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Practical protection against ransomware, phishing, email fraud and account takeover — sized for small teams.

Cybersecurity20 Common Security Holes Sitting Right in Front of YouThe most common small business security holes: shared passwords, no MFA, ex-employees with access, untested backups and more. Each with a 5-minute check and the fix.30 min readCybersecurityCyber Insurance Requirements Checklist for Small BusinessesThe security controls cyber insurers commonly require, the application questions you'll face, why claims get denied, and how to prepare before you apply or renew.25 min readCybersecurityIT Security for CPA Firms: FTC Safeguards Rule and WISP GuideWhat the FTC Safeguards Rule, its 2024 breach notification rule, and IRS Pub 4557 and 5708 require of CPA and tax firms, plus a WISP walkthrough and tax-season checklist.24 min readCybersecurityMDM vs BYOD: Why Unmanaged Personal Phones Are a Bad IdeaStaff using personal phones for work with no management? Here's what MDM is, how Intune app protection works for BYOD, what IT can and can't see, and a rollout plan.30 min readCybersecurityMulti-Factor Authentication (MFA) Guide for Small BusinessesMFA methods ranked from SMS to passkeys, how MFA fatigue attacks work, Entra security defaults vs Conditional Access, and a rollout plan for a 20-person office.25 min readCybersecurityPhishing and Business Email Compromise: A Small Business GuideHow phishing and business email compromise (BEC) wire and invoice fraud work, the real warning signs, Microsoft 365 defenses, and payment checks that stop losses.25 min readCybersecurityRansomware Protection for Small Business: A Practical GuideHow ransomware really gets into small offices and practices, the layered defenses that stop it, what to do in the first hour if you're hit, and whether to pay.26 min read

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