MSPs and cybersecurity
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MSPs and cybersecurity News
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November 10, 2020
10
Nov'20
MSP software vendor ConnectWise buys Perch, StratoZen
ConnectWise will build out its MSP security offerings by integrating Perch Security and StratoZen technology. The company also revealed plans to streamline product development.
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November 06, 2020
06
Nov'20
Predicting 7 MSP trends in technology for 2021
MSPs, cloud consultancies and other channel partners can expect to find business in familiar technology sectors as well as in emerging fields in the coming year.
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October 21, 2020
21
Oct'20
MSPs grapple with managed cybersecurity services challenges
At ConnectWise's IT Nation Secure event, speakers addressed the real-world cybersecurity issues facing managed service providers and small business customers.
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October 08, 2020
08
Oct'20
SolarWinds MSP provides return-to-office best practices
Executives from IT management software firm SolarWinds MSP offered best practices for supporting clients' return-to-office transitions. Get tips on how to facilitate the journey.
MSPs and cybersecurity Get Started
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Security awareness training best practices for MSPs
Human error is the root of many IT security catastrophes. Use these security awareness best practices to craft programs that users will actually learn from. Continue Reading
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Data breach response: How to plan and recover
Download a planning guide from CompTIA to ensure your company and your customers are prepared and can respond when a ransomware attack or data breach strikes. Continue Reading
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How self-sovereign identity principles suit the modern world
There are several core self-sovereign identity principles to consider before the concept can benefit the enterprise. Learn about the implications of SSI advancements in this Q&A. Continue Reading
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8 Reasons Identity and Access Management Is Important
Identity and access management tools and processes can provide organizations with numerous benefits: such as better data security, regulatory compliance and resource access. Continue Reading
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How the U.S. election may affect managed services providers
Dave Sobel breaks down the tech issues MSPs need to be aware of following the federal and state elections, such as right to repair in Massachusetts and California's Prop 22. Continue Reading
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How Louisiana MSP registration aims to curb cyberattacks
Louisiana's MSP registration, which will take effect Feb. 1, 2021, has sparked many debates about regulating the managed services industry. At last week's IT Nation Secure virtual conference, ... Continue Reading
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The need for independent cybersecurity solutions testing
Rohit Dhamankar suggests implementing standardized testing of cybersecurity providers, like MSSPs and MDRs, to help companies better understand the services they're getting from each. Continue Reading
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Beware paying ransomware: How MSPs should protect companies
Dave Sobel and Joseph Brunsman discuss how paying ransomware attackers could have businesses run afoul of OFAC and what MSPs and solutions providers can do to help. Continue Reading
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CompTIA's lobbying efforts and how MSPs could self-regulate
CompTIA's Todd Thibodeaux talks with Dave Sobel about the current lobbying efforts by the MSP industry and how it could start self-regulating before more states follow Louisiana's lead. Continue Reading
Problem Solve MSPs and cybersecurity Issues
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3 key phishing prevention strategies for MSPs
MSPs need a solid phishing prevention strategy for protecting clients against evolving threats. Learn about the key pieces of anti-phishing arsenals: tools, policies and training. Continue Reading
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Application rationalization strategy opens MSP opportunities
The rapid adoption of new technologies can lead to a slew of problems. Learn why MSPs should help clients develop an application rationalization strategy to cope with these issues. Continue Reading
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4 tips for proper cyber hygiene during the remote workforce era
IT services firms have a responsibility to secure their clients' remote workforces. Here are four tips for maintaining cyber hygiene in the cloud, using AWS as an example. Continue Reading