What Are Data Centers and How Do They Work? [Infographic]
Wondering exactly what data centers are? You’re not alone. It’s a common question and if you’re not in the industry or are just starting out, information you find online about data centers and servers can seem like it’s written in a different language. Before you view the infographic, it’s helpful to remember these key points: Data centers house servers. Servers collect, process, and store data so that it can be accessed remotely. All data centers have 6 main components: Storage Recovery and backup Power Cooling Physical protection Security Explaining data centers and what they do can be complex, but this …
Avoiding the 5 Common IT Security Mistakes Businesses Make
Businesses that don’t prioritize security online are making a big mistake that could cost them customers and leak sensitive information. Hackers and cyber threats lurk everywhere, and a business’ responsibility to protect and maintain their customers’ sensitive information can’t afford to risk that information getting into the wrong hands. Think of the public outcry after hackers stole credit card information from major retailers in the past, like Target and TJ Maxx. You don’t want something similar happening to your business! Here are 5 common IT security mistakes businesses make and how you can avoid them. 1. Leaving staff out of …
Apple Shuts Down First Viable Ransomware for Mac OS X
Mac owners have long touted the impermeability to online threats as one reason for choosing Apple over Microsoft. However, even the seemingly airtight Mac OS X operating system is vulnerable to specifically-crafted, sophisticated ransomware that is designed to get past Apple’s security parameters. That happened last week, when Palo Alto researchers found that ransomware targeted at the Mac OS X operating system, called KeRanger, was fully operational and functional for the first time ever. Apple immediately took action, revoking the abused security certificate that the KeRanger attackers used and updating it’s built-in anti-malware system, XProtect, with a new signature in …
When Do I Need Dedicated Server Hosting?
If your business is serious and is planning growth, you need dedicated server hosting. With VPS or shared hosting, your account is only one of many on the same server. Your resources are depleted and your security is fragmented. You’re unable to respond to high volumes of website traffic, rendering your marketing and advertising campaigns useless. However, with dedicated server hosting, you don’t share resources or space with anyone else. The server is dedicated to your account only, freeing up what would otherwise be shared with other businesses. You can fully secure your data. You can handle high volumes of traffic. …
