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Why more healthcare providers are using EMRs

Electronic medical records (EMR) are digitized versions of patients’ information. Using EMRs can significantly reduce transcription costs and the need for a large storage space to house paper records. EMRs also reduce the frequency of errors due to illegible handwriting or incomplete documentation. By transitioning from paper to digital records, healthcare providers can improve overall… Continue reading Why more healthcare providers are using EMRs

Protecting your Android phone from malware

As a smartphone user, you should be just as concerned about your phone’s security from malware as you are about its physical safety. Malware and other forms of cyberthreats are becoming more and more common in smartphones and ignoring them can lead to disaster. Mobile malware MO Mobile malware can be just as harmful to… Continue reading Protecting your Android phone from malware

Preventing malware from infecting your Android device

Just because you don’t hear much about cyberthreats involving smartphones doesn’t mean they don’t exist. At a time when phones are being used for an increasing variety of business and everyday tasks, ignoring the possibility of a mobile cyberattack could be disastrous. Mobile malware MO Mobile malware can be just as harmful to a business’s… Continue reading Preventing malware from infecting your Android device

What you need to know about Android malware

Smartphones are like palm-sized computers, so you should protect them the way you do your laptop and desktop. While you don’t need to install bulky security software to protect against cyberthreats, there are some effective steps to keep cybercriminals at bay: Mobile malware MO Mobile malware can be just as harmful to a business’s network… Continue reading What you need to know about Android malware

The benefits of hyperconverged infrastructure

Hyperconvergence isn’t something only large enterprises can benefit from — businesses of all sizes should consider this infrastructure strategy. Read on to learn more about what hyperconvergence can do for your company. What are hyperconverged infrastructures? In a traditional IT environment, networking, server, and storage hardware need to be purchased separately and configured to work… Continue reading The benefits of hyperconverged infrastructure

What hyperconverged infrastructure can do for SMBs

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Thorough IT infrastructure builds tend to be cost-prohibitive and consequently, difficult to justify for many businesses. Hyperconvergence is a great alternative to traditional IT builds, both in terms of cost and robustness. What are hyperconverged infrastructures? In a traditional IT environment, networking, server, and storage hardware need to be purchased separately and configured to work… Continue reading What hyperconverged infrastructure can do for SMBs

Why hyperconvergence could be the solution your business needs

For many small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), resources can be scarce and, very often, IT takes a back seat. Hyperconverged IT infrastructures are a great way to keep your IT updated without the heavy expenses normally associated with it. What are hyperconverged infrastructures? In a traditional IT environment, networking, server, and storage hardware need to… Continue reading Why hyperconvergence could be the solution your business needs

Simple tips to prevent Mac ransomware

High-profile ransomware cases include the WannaCry and Petya outbreaks in 2017, which infected hundreds of thousands of Windows PCs around the world. However, Mac computers can get ransomware too. If you have a Mac, it’s important that you follow the security best practices below. What is Mac ransomware? Ransomware is a type of malicious program… Continue reading Simple tips to prevent Mac ransomware

Mac security 101: Ransomware

Whenever a new strain of ransomware is discovered, Mac users are barely affected by the news. But there are rare occasions where ransomware specifically targets Mac computers. Being aware of and knowing how to defend against these threats is crucial if your business mostly relies on Mac devices. Here’s what you need to know about… Continue reading Mac security 101: Ransomware

How to defend against Mac ransomware

Although a majority of ransomware attacks usually target Windows computers, this doesn’t mean Mac users are completely safe. Ransomware attacks for Macs are a rarity, but they do occur. So how can you prevent ransomware from infecting your Mac? We’ve compiled some helpful security tips for you. What is Mac ransomware? Ransomware is a type… Continue reading How to defend against Mac ransomware