What Are Next-Generation Firewalls?

With the increase of modern threats such as malware, Trojans, computer viruses, targeted attacks, application-layer attacks and much more, companies’ network infrastructure – with multiple separate devices and software which safeguard their network – are getting more complex, difficult to manage, and less effective in terms of performance and budget. In order to reduce complexity … Continued

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What is WAN Optimization?

In order to understand the implications of WAN optimization, it’s important to first understand the two types of networks that commonly exist. A LAN, or local area network, is a common sight in homes and businesses. These allow a series of computers, connected by network cables to a central switch, to share files, printers and … Continued

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Is Your USB Drive a Security Threat?

Unassuming and roughly the size of your thumb, USB drives are a convenient and portable way to save and exchange information. They are durable and have many times the storage capacity of CDs, making them ideal for data storage, data backup and file transfer. Removable and interchangeable between computers, USB drives have become a mainstay … Continued

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How to Actively Manage your Network

If you work in a small business, you know that employees usually wear several hats. With most small and medium sized businesses without a dedicated IT support department, that leaves one question: who is running your office network? Many business owners get a network going, either by setting it up themselves or hiring someone to … Continued

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What is a Phishing Email?

While the internet has given us many amazing things, it has also brought about its fair share of malicious ones. As a leading IT support firm in San Diego, we know that hackers and scammers are constantly trying to obtain the personal information of individuals and businesses. One of the most popular and easy to … Continued

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The Value of Investing in Cyber Security

Cyber security will always be an ongoing concern and challenge. The pendulum swings from creating security protocols and measures back to those who successfully find a way to breach them. Cyber security breaches can affect national defense, businesses, public markets and individuals whose personal data can be compromised. While the threat of cyber security has … Continued

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