Is your practice protected against disasters?
As your solution provider, it is our responsibility to make sure that
you are protected from un-wanted intruders. We would like to offer you
the opportunity to contact us with any concerns you may have in
reference to your current network security configuration.
Network and data security is a vital component of any network
infrastructure regardless of size. As the amount of computers remaining
online due to high speed internet connections has increased, the amount
of security risks threatening those computers has increased as well.
External intruders, viruses, spyware, and spam are critical external
threats to network security. In addition to these external threats, data
loss can cripple necessary business functions if a backup is not
available.
External Intruders (also known as hackers or crackers) present a large
threat to a network. If an external intruder is able to access network
resources, a myriad of security risks are possible, including data
theft, data loss, and disruption of network activity.
One of the best methods to prevent external intruders from accessing a
network is to deploy a hardware firewall which sits between the
connection to the Internet and the internal network. Another good
practice is to continually update computers and servers with critical
and security updates from Microsoft.
Viruses, Spyware, and Adware (also known as malware) is a common threat
to networks. The best defense against malware is deploying a
comprehensive anti-malware solution such as Symantec Anti-Virus. In
addition, it is recommended that users avoid visiting Web sites that
advertise free services, such as the download of screen savers and
games.
Spam, while annoying, can also contain payloads of viruses, spyware, and
adware. A comprehensive anti-malware solution can prevent the malware
from infecting a network; however a robust spam filter could disregard
any unwanted e-mails and prevent users from having the opportunity to
open potentially hazardous e-mail.
Sixty percent of businesses find that when they attempt to restore data
from a backup, the data does not exist or does not function properly.
Performing a nightly backup is highly recommended in order to ensure a
backup is accessible in case of data loss. Consider storing backup tapes
at an off-site location or on-line with a service such as ibackup.com.
Be sure to test backups on a quarterly basis to make sure the backup
functions properly. In addition, make sure that your server, router,
cable modem, and critical network hardware is connected to a battery
backup, or UPS (uninterruptible power supply).
Microwize recognizes that these security risks are omnipresent, and
we’re here to help! If you feel that your network is at risk, or simply
would like to discuss how you can improve network security, feel free to
contact Mark via phone: 201-488-8100 ext. 102 or by e-mail at: markd@microwize.com.
For more
information or to upgrade, call our practice consultants at
800-955-0321.
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