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Understanding Linux Logs: Overview with Examples

Logging and program output are woven into the entire Linux system fabric. In Linux land, logs serve as a vital source of information about security incidents, application activities, and system events. Effectively managing your logs is crucial for troubleshooting and ensuring compliance. This article explores the importance of logging and the main types of logs before covering some helpful command line tools and other tips to help you manage Linux logs.

Driving Efficiency with N-central's Server Management Services

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, managed service providers (MSPs) require reliable server management solutions to ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability. At N-able, we specialize in delivering comprehensive server management services tailored specifically for MSPs. With a dedicated team of experienced professionals and cutting-edge technologies, we are committed to maximizing the efficiency of your N-central server.

The Guide to MSP Network Monitoring for Multi-Client Visibility

Managed Service Providers (MSPs) are entrusted with the important task of orchestrating complex networks, ensuring uninterrupted service, and safeguarding the delicate balance between digital innovation and operational stability. In this article, we’ll be delving into the importance of MSP Network Monitoring and the pivotal role that MSPs play in maintaining the intricate web of connections that power our interconnected world.

Understanding IT Strategic Planning: Overview with Examples

Just as proactivity is a necessary virtue for a great IT team, the capacity for IT strategic planning is also essential. A good strategic plan will be an IT roadmap that clearly directs your organization’s IT goals and strategies for the next few years. Strategic planning should also align your service goals with the organization’s broader goals to ensure business continuity and effective disaster prevention and recovery.

The Power of Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP)

As someone deeply immersed in the cybersecurity field for over 20 years, I have witnessed firsthand the impact of the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ analysis on technology vendors, service providers, and their customers. Throughout my career, I have held various roles, including Global Head of Security Engineering at Warner Bros. Discovery, CTO and Co-Founder of Trapezoid, Inc., and currently, Field CISO Americas at SentinelOne.

Information Technology (IT): Fundamentals & Core Concepts

Simply defined, Information Technology (IT) is the use of computers and related technology, such as software, cloud-based applications, and networks to communicate or transmit data, build organizational infrastructure, and secure information. Anything a business or organization uses an endpoint device for could technically be classified as IT.

4 Reasons MSPs Should Be Using Cybersecurity Frameworks

Cybercriminals have become increasingly sophisticated, employing aggressive and ever-changing techniques to breach small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). These attacks are on the rise, posing a significant threat to organizations that lack robust cybersecurity measures. Hackers are relentless in their efforts to exploit vulnerabilities in SMBs’ systems, often due to their comparatively weaker security infrastructure.

6 Best Practices for N-central Patch Setup Wizard

What’s this I hear you cry, “Not another blog about Patch Management, what’s there left to say?”; well a lot, actually. I recently just passed my eighth work anniversary with N-able, and over those eight years I’ve spent more time talking to partners and prospects about Patch Management than any other topic.

August MSP Growth Habit: Mastering the Art of Managing Time

This month’s MSP Growth Habit focuses on mastering the art of time management in order to help you grow your MSP and become more profitable. In speaking with MSPs over the years, there are three common concerns I hear when it comes to addressing their lack of revenue growth and profitability: Or my absolute favorite: This is the saddest statement of the three because you should never be too busy that your MSP has no interest in securing new clients or new business.