In the ever-evolving landscape of network security, the challenges faced by Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and technical managers are multifaceted, and the need for robust security measures becomes paramount. Amidst this backdrop, network segmentation remains a pivotal strategy. This article delves into the intricacies of network segmentation, its significance, and a roadmap to its successful implementation.
The field of endpoint management has undergone a remarkable transformation over the years, driven by the rapid evolution of technology and changing work dynamics. IT professionals have always played a pivotal role in ensuring the security and functionality of their organization's network. However, as the number of endpoints has proliferated, so too has the complexity of their responsibilities.
Cybersecurity isn’t just at the top of the discussion queue within the IT channel. Businesses and governments worldwide have turned a sharp eye toward rising cyber threats and cybersecurity statistics. Many have learned the hard way that small businesses are frequent targets of cyberattacks. The idea of “targeting a victim” itself has come into question, and more realize that widespread, indiscriminate attacks are the status quo.
Our Summer 2023 Release delivers over 30 major updates across the platform, including significant improvements to our core remote monitoring and endpoint management solution. Overall, this release is a major step forward for our remote monitoring and endpoint management solution. It includes a wide range of new features and enhancements that will help our customers improve the security, performance, and manageability of their endpoints. Here is a quick overview video.
A zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2023-5129) in the WebP image library is being actively exploited, putting major browsers and scores of additional apps at risk.
In today's fast-paced digital world, automation stands as a beacon of efficiency and innovation. The adoption of an automation mindset is not merely a trend, but a paradigm shift in how we approach IT processes. This post provides insights into the critical role of IT automation, highlights potential challenges, offers preparation tips before embarking on the automation journey, presents a systematic plan and wraps up with key takeaways.
A firewall stands as a digital gatekeeper, meticulously sifting through network traffic and deciding what may pass. This protective shield, fundamental to cybersecurity, is integral in the Linux world. The Linux kernel itself is effectively a de facto packet switching firewall, crafted as it is around the principles of packet filtering at the most fundamental operating system level, thus exemplifying the pivotal role of firewalls in system security.
Since the early 2010s, software delivery methods have largely evolved. While on-premises tooling defined the first wave of customizable software, the market saturation of cloud-based counterparts offers new forms of software solutions. Navigating the complexities of on-prem, cloud, and hybrid setups demands a deep understanding of each offering’s efficiencies and requirements. Learn more about on-premise vs cloud software in our comparison below.
Employees have already staked a claim on the future of remote work. With 98% of millennial employees wanting to work from home at least some of the time, reported benefits range from lower stress to enhanced productivity and motivation. As a team leader, however, the complexities of managing a remote workforce can seem daunting. This is where technology can help your hybrid and remote teams unleash new forms of collaboration unrestrained by office walls.
IT automation is quickly becoming one of the most critical aspects of a modern IT operations environment as it reduces the cost of performing routine IT tasks while also increasing the productivity of individual team members. IT automation can be defined as the process of utilizing software and other systems to automate manual processes and easily repeatable tasks related to managing and supporting remote endpoints.
