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Explaining the Data Broker Loophole
In recent years, there has been much debate about how companies collect, sell, and use personal data. Many businesses make extra money by selling data

Why Do Businesses Have Such a Hard Time Identifying Threats?
Cybersecurity is intensely important, so a business owner would think implementing every security feature and defense would be a good idea. However, as research has

How to Use Patience for Productivity
Spoiler alert: a business that lacks productivity is unlikely to see any amount of success. One of the best ways to ensure your productivity is

Get More Out of Your Business with Enterprise Software
Nowadays, software is super important for running a business. It helps with everything from managing schedules and paying employees to making and selling products. Basically,

The Latest Moral We Can Learn from Disney: Manage Permissions Better
The Disney brand has long cultivated an image of magic and wonder. However, this image has yet to materialize any magical effects in reality. For

Even the NSA Recommends Rebooting Your Devices, But Not for the Reason You Suspect
Rebooting your device presents several benefits. If you ever experience an issue with your device, rebooting it will likely improve it. Heck, even the National

What’s a Compressed File, and How Do I Use Them?
A compressed file (also known as a zip file) is a handy way to accomplish various tasks, although many people may not know what they

Do You Understand the 3-2-1 Backup Rule?
There’s no getting around the fact that data backup and disaster recovery are paramount to the survival of any business. Thankfully, the 3-2-1 rule makes

Did You Trade Your Data for a DVD Rental?
In June of this year, publisher Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, best known for its book series of the same name, filed for Chapter

This NIST-Supported Cybersecurity Framework has Robust Benefits
A well-structured framework is essential for establishing effective, consistent policies and strategies. This applies to many areas—including network security. Today, we’re diving into the National

Of Vice and Vulnerability, Episode 1: Ransomware
Let’s have a little fun today. Today’s blog post is written in the format of a daytime soap opera. Please make sure you read all

Four Signs You Have a Phishing Attack on Your Hands
There’s never been a more dangerous time to run a business. Okay, maybe that’s not necessarily true, but hear me out. With digital technology taking