Category Archives: Network Security
Mac Malware
In the past, few viruses have targeted Apple operating systems — but this is gradually changing. The increased popularity of Apple smart devices has led some cybercriminals to exploit a traditionally ignored audience. IT admins needs to educate their users …
Ten things administrators should never do
Being a system administrator is a great job if you love juggling conflicting priorities, managing infinite to-do lists, annoying users and facing ever-changing technologies. In a busy environment, there are corners you can cut and those you really shouldn’t. There …
The Four Main Benefits of Automatic Patch Management
Imagine having fully patched, fully protected computers without the days of planning, hours of downtime and the onerous job of applying them by hand. Imagine a place where you could automate the download and installation of patches across an entire …
The Perils of Public Wireless Networks
We access Wi-Fi hotspots both for work and for play — but how much thought do we give security? Are administrators — and their users — fully aware of the risks of surfing openly on a public wireless network? This …
Why you Need to run a Vulnerability Assessment
The old saying, “prevention is better than cure”, is as true today as it ever was – and it definitely applies to information security. But to protect against actual and potential network vulnerabilities, you first need to know what they …
10 Free Tools for Network Administrators
Are you an administrator who wishes to reduce and facilitate your daily workload? If so, this video’s for you: It contains a list of free software tools that will be of tremendous assistance to the typical SMB (small and medium-size …
Are you being sniffed?
Packet sniffing is the hacker’s technology of choice to probe networks. In this video, we explain how you can be watched or ‘sniffed’ and, more importantly, how to protect your network against this security threat. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbSJT6a0JVo
5 Security Mistakes SMBs Make and Their Simple Solutions
What are the top five security errors that small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) commonly make? And how can you avoid them? Watch this video for some simple but solid advice and practical tips to increase your organization’s network security. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqwEdOnAFEw
Top 10 Vulnerable Applications on Your Network
If software is not kept updated across your IT estate, then your security could be at risk. This video identifies the Top 10 most targeted applications — and suggests how you can strengthen security and reliability despite the ever-increasing number …
