Ransomware is one of the most dangerous and disruptive types of cyber threats we face today. Not only is it disruptive and costly for businesses, but it also causes massive disruption to the backbone of society. Here’s what happens and how to prevent ransomware in Microsoft 365 cloud.
Windows Server Hardening Checklist
What is server hardening? There are many different ways for a hacker to attack a Windows server, from unpatched system vulnerabilities to misconfigured settings, unnecessary protocols, or vulnerable applications. The process of getting these vulnerabilities closed off or patched (or at least most of them) is server hardening Continue reading
MSP Voice Episode 8: Kevin Bissinger
In the 8th episode of MSP Voice, we are joined by Kevin Bissinger from Dentek Systems, Inc.
Dentek Systems, Inc. (DSI) was founded in Richardson, Texas circa 2002 as a turnkey Information Technology and Audio/Video solutions provider. They offer an array of services and support for new and existing small to mid-size companies. Continue reading
iSCSI vs NAS: Full Comparison
Choosing between NAS or iSCSI SAN is one of the cornerstones of modern data centers. The times when NAS was ridiculously slow to be used as a backend storage are gone. Now the choice is not so easy, so we are going to explain the main differences between NAS and iSCSI storage. Continue reading
Switching from Freeware to Trial in MSP360 Backup for macOS & Linux
Learn how to switch from the freeware license to a trial one in MSP360 Backup for macOS & Linux.
Introducing MSP360 Backup 2.5 for macOS & Linux
MSP360 Backup for macOS & Linux receives another major update that brings enhanced scheduling, retention policy as well as the ability to backup and restore plans.
Exchange Online vs. Exchange On-Premises
For any enterprise, connectivity and communication are of high importance. As a renowned name in the IT arena, Microsoft’s Exchange has remained a leading choice for businesses looking for a complete messaging platform. Continue reading
RDS vs Redshift vs DynamoDB vs SimpleDB: AWS Database Services
Cloud database platforms are considered to be some of the best solutions in the world of cloud computing. While there are many reasons why they are exceedingly popular, high accessibility and security, plus dynamic flexibility are some of the principal benefits that come with cloud database systems. You don’t even have to worry about maintenance, hardware, or patching. Continue reading
Cloud Certifications Guide: AWS vs. Azure and More
Where can you find cloud certifications? If you choose to get a cloud certification, should you obtain one from a certain cloud vendor -- such as AWS or Azure -- or should you pursue a general-purpose cloud certification? Which categories of cloud computing certifications are available currently? Keep reading for an overview of the main cloud computing certifications available today. Continue reading
OS Hardening vs. Data Protection. You Need Both Cybersecurity Features
Unsecured OS provides the same level of security as opened gates (and lack of walls) in the castle. Being the king, you would definitely want walls as high as mountains, ditch deep enough to drown in and some hungry crocodiles in that ditch. And, yep, the gates being closed. In this article, we are discussing the ways to harden the operating system and offer you a system hardening checklist. Don't forget to make notes and audit your systems. Continue reading
MSP Voice Episode 7: Jeff Huber from Five Nines Tech
In this episode of MSP Voice, we are joined by Jeff Huber from Five Nines Tech, California. Jeff has been in the industry for over 30 years since he was 19. He says that despite the lack of entrepreneurial spirit he decided to take over the Five Nines Tech, he was managing for a while. Learn more in the 7th episode of MSP Voice!
MSP360 Backup Supports S3 One Zone-IA Storage Class
The latest release of MSP360 Backup supports Amazon's latest S3 storage class — One Zone-IA.