Many aspects of our lives have moved online in today’s computer-focused world. That’s why it’s so important to take as many steps as possible to ensure you’re well protected from hackers. Luckily, we’re here to keep you as safe as possible from hackers and ensure all your digital experiences go smoothly with our trustworthy IT Managed services.
Work With IT Managed Services Who Share Your Values
When you work with a business on something as important as cybersecurity, you’ll want to make sure you’re working with folks who share your values. A large, faceless corporation only interested in profits will never be as helpful as a business that operates at the community level and is dedicated to ensuring good outcomes for clients.
If you hired a security firm to guard your physical business location, you’d want to be sure they were passionate and dedicated about keeping you safe. That’s just one reason it’s so important to work with folks with the dedication to keep you safe.
Keep Your System Up to Date
Aging computer systems can cause a lot of problems. They’re slow, error-prone, and difficult to maintain. They can also significantly impact cyber security, with weaker security measures leaving you open to attack.
Be sure to update your operating systems and software regularly. It can be easy to get into the habit of putting off necessary updates. But simply taking a few minutes whenever you get a notification to update your system is a great way to keep everything running smoothly, and it will help you stay safe too! Our associates will keep an eye on your systems and ensure they’re all up to date.
Practice Good Password Safety
It can be challenging to keep passwords up to date. With all kinds of platforms and websites requiring different passwords, and many demanding the inclusion of capital letters, numbers, and symbols and requiring regular changes, it can be tough to keep on top of it all. But taking the easy route out and using basic or easily guessable passwords is just asking for trouble.
Using 1234 or your birthdate as a password leaves your accounts vulnerable to hackers and could cause severe damage to your reputation or lose you huge amounts of revenue. Using password management software can help you use a variety of safe passwords to keep your platforms safe, and it’s also worth regularly checking to see if your passwords have been compromised so you can ensure your security. We’ll help you ensure all your passwords are safe and secure with our expertise.
Steer Clear of Suspect Websites
Another key way computers are exposed to hackers is by visiting suspect websites. Some sites hold a seemingly legitimate address but are in fact dedicated to taking control of your computer. They could be a hacked website, which was once legitimate, or one that takes advantage of a common typo in a popular web address.
When you work with us, we’ll ensure you’re equipped with up-to-date endpoint protection software like anti-virus, meaning you’ll be protected from any web-dwelling malware. Remember, we’re always on hand to help our clients with these issues.
Never Allow Others to Remotely Control Your Computer
An increasingly common hacker tactic is trying to take control of your computer remotely. This could be done through means of several programs that allow them to control your mouse from anywhere on the planet. While this is certainly a scary prospect, the good news is it’s almost impossible for hackers to take control if you don’t allow them access.
If someone calls claiming to be from Microsoft, a bank, or any other big, well-known organization and asks you to sign into a remote viewing application, you can be sure you’re talking with someone with malicious intent. Don’t allow strangers remote access and hang up immediately if a cold caller asks you to sign in to TeamViewer or another remote access program. Working with us, you’ll have an established hotline for our associates during business hours, meaning you’ll never have to deal with technicians of dubious reputation.
Be Extra Careful with Emails
If you’ve been using computers and the internet for some time, you’ve likely received a message from a “Nigerian prince” or some other obvious scam over the years. But not all attempted email scans are so obvious. Email scammers are becoming ever more ingenious and varied in trying to scam website visitors. Spoofed addresses, hidden viruses, and even hijacked accounts from friends and relatives can all be used to trick others.
That’s why it’s so important to be careful when checking your emails, especially when opening attachments. It’s always a good idea to be suspicious of any email for an unknown sender or even unexpected attachments from someone you do know. Be wary if someone you know abruptly sends a folder demanding you open it, or using unusual language, as their account could have been hacked and is now the puppet of cybercriminals. We’ll keep your anti-virus and firewall software up-to-date to protect you from email hackers.
Address Any Issues as Quickly as Possible
You can take all the steps in the world, but there’s no getting around it; there’s always a possibility that a mistake will be made, and there will be a security breach on your system. If that does happen, it’s important to address it as quickly as possible, giving you the best chance to protect your data and reputation.
Contact support immediately if you think there’s been a security breach or notice something suspicious. Our IT managed services can help you secure your devices and address the security breach, minimizing harm and potentially eliminating the problem. Don’t delay! If you think you’re being hacked, every second counts, and the sooner you access help from an experienced pro, the better chance you’ll have of solving the issue. Our associates are just a phone call away and will be happy to help.
To stay one step ahead of hackers and other digital threats, you’ll need an experienced business to help you. Call Edafio today for all your cybersecurity needs.
