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Why SMBs should choose SASE Over SSL VPN CybersecurityEducationSecurity

Why SMBs should choose SASE Over SSL VPN

Ransomware is one of the most disruptive threats facing businesses today. In 2024, Microsoft reported that the average cost of a cyberattack for small and medium-sized businesses was $254,445. Such attacks can permanently damage companies, sometimes even forcing them to close. For businesses with employees working from home, on the road, or across multiple offices, secure remote access is a major challenge. For years, SSL VPNs (Secure Sockets Layer Virtual Private Networks) were the standard solution. However, the security they provide is no longer sufficient for today’s complex, cloud-first environments. It’s estimated that 30% of ransomware attacks are linked to…
Kyla Burdick
November 5, 2025
Backup and Disaster Recovery: Protect Your Data, Protect Your Business BackupBackup Disaster RecoveryEducation

Backup and Disaster Recovery: Protect Your Data, Protect Your Business

In an era where data powers every part of business, from customer information to daily operations, the ability to access and secure that data is critical to success—and survival. Yet too often, organizations underestimate the importance of a solid backup and disaster recovery (BDR) strategy — until an unexpected incident brings operations to a halt. From a ransomware attack to hardware failure, or a simple human error, disruptions can strike any business at any time. A reliable BDR plan helps ensure you're prepared to recover quickly, minimize potential impact, and keep your business moving forward.   What Is Backup and…
Kyla Burdick
October 1, 2025
Time Is Running Out: Upgrade to Windows 11 Before It’s Too Late AnnouncementsBackup

Time Is Running Out: Upgrade to Windows 11 Before It’s Too Late

The countdown has begun. Microsoft is officially ending support for Windows 10, and businesses that haven’t upgraded to Windows 11 are facing a critical decision point. If you’re still running Windows 10, now is the time to act—before security risks, performance issues, and compliance gaps catch up with you. Why This Matters When support ends, Windows 10 will no longer receive security updates, bug fixes, or technical support. That means every device still running it becomes a potential vulnerability—one that cybercriminals are eager to exploit. But the risks go beyond security. Outdated systems can slow down your team, disrupt workflows,…
Kyla Burdick
September 16, 2025
Your Business Needs a Data Breach Response Plan CybersecurityManaged ServicesSecurity

Your Business Needs a Data Breach Response Plan

In today’s digital economy, data breaches are a growing threat to businesses of all sizes. An adverse event could come in the form of a cyberattack, insider theft, or accidental exposure, and the consequences may lead to financial loss, reputation damage, and/or legal action. That’s why the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) urges every business to have a Data Breach Response Plan in place before an incident occurs.   The First 24 Hours Matter According to the FTC, the first step after discovering a breach is to secure your operations by fixing vulnerabilities, temporarily taking affected systems offline, and preventing further…
Kyla Burdick
July 23, 2025
Why You Need an IT Budget Business ProductivityOffice 365Tech Tip

Why You Need an IT Budget

Ever find yourself staring at an unexpected bill for remediation labor, or realizing your critical server is on its last legs with no replacement plan in sight? If so, you're not alone! Many businesses, especially small to medium-sized ones, view IT spending as a reactive expense – something you pay for when it breaks. But what if I told you that shifting your perspective from reactive spending to proactive budgeting could be one of the smartest moves you make for your business's long-term health? Today, I want to chat about why having a dedicated IT budget isn't just a good…
Kyla Burdick
May 28, 2025
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A Step-by-Step Guide to an Effective Digital Estate Planning Business ProductivitySecurityTech Tip

A Step-by-Step Guide to an Effective Digital Estate Planning

In our previous blog, we began talking about the digital assets of a business—what they are, why they are vital to the business, and how to protect them. We have also mentioned how important it is to protect them even after you, the business owner, have passed away, through effective digital estate planning. A digital estate plan will give authorized people access to business accounts, and all other restricted aspects of the business when you are no longer around or have become incapacitated. But how does one create an effective digital estate plan? It’s not something that you do every…
Kelle White
August 16, 2023
digital estate planning
Protecting Your Business through Digital Estate Planning Business ProductivitySecurityTech Tip

Protecting Your Business through Digital Estate Planning

Keeping your business protected is very important. But you should ask yourself if you have all areas covered. Security cameras and restricted entry areas are vital for protecting the physical location. To protect employees, implement all their necessary rights and privileges, and so on. All this is important, but one thing to prioritize as a business owner is protecting your digital assets through digital estate planning. What Are Digital Assets? Digital assets comprise everything in your business that is, well, digital. These include data, software, applications, and intellectual property. If you are like most businesses today, your daily operations rely…
Kelle White
August 9, 2023
Backup Solution - 3 Reasons to Invest in a Backup Solution
3 Reasons to Invest in a Strong, Trusted Backup Solution Backup

3 Reasons to Invest in a Strong, Trusted Backup Solution

A backup solution is like an insurance policy for your business. Data loss is a serious – and often devastating – problem for organizations. A good backup solution in place means less worry and hassle for you and your business… and it is protection against costly threats in the future that might otherwise harm your reputation, impair your ability to function, or put you out of business altogether. Here are three reasons you should consider a backup solution. Backed up data is safe from ransomware threats Ransomware and other types of cyberattacks are increasingly common – and small to medium…
OXEN Technology
March 11, 2019
Confessions of an IT Professional Series
Confessions of an IT Professional – Part 2 – Data Backups Security

Confessions of an IT Professional – Part 2 – Data Backups

This week's article is the second in a series by OXEN's own Terry Allen, one of our technical engineers based in Joplin, MO. Part 1 is here. This post originally appeared on Bloggin' IT with Terry Allen and is reprinted with permission. I’ll admit that I bang the security drum a lot. Those of you that know me will admit that I avoid risk. I look for it and work to manage and reduce it as much as reasonably possible. I don’t like risk. Life has taught me that our world is full of it. Often risks are ignored until…
OXEN Technology
December 10, 2018