When putting together an IT network, many of us know that a firewall is a “must have”. But what exactly is a firewall? What does it do? How does it protect a network? And does it keep you safe from all kinds of online crime? You see, having a firewall is only part of...
Lots of good things come in threes. The Pyramids at Giza. Goals in a hat trick. Books in Lord of the Rings. Examples in this list… no wait… But there are also three crucial considerations when securing your network. Whether you’re a microbusiness or a multinational...
Sourcing a firewall for your business is rarely as simple as heading to a supplier and saying “I’ll have that one please.” With myriad options on the market and countless product data sheets available online, choosing a business firewall can feel like a bit of a...
What do you think is the most effective and potentially devastating way for a criminal to launch a cyber attack on a business? Directly hacking through the firewall? Waiting for someone to happen across the attacker’s malware online? Maybe injecting code into their...
It’s an unavoidable security reality: portable devices like laptops, smartphones, and tablets require a bit more security consideration than static devices that “live” on site. But their sheer lose-ability and steal-ability is just one issue. We also have to think...