26 Jun

The Importance of Regular Data Backups for Your Business’s Cybersecurity

In today's digital age, businesses rely heavily on technology to store and manage their valuable data. However, the rise in cyber threats and data breaches highlights the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures. One such measure that often gets overlooked but is of paramount importance is regular data backups. In this article, we will delve into the significance of regular data backups for your business's cybersecurity and explore the best practices to ensure the integrity and resilience of your [...]

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21 Jun

Securing Your Remote Workforce Against Cybersecurity Threats

In today's interconnected world, where businesses increasingly leverage the benefits of a remote workforce, cybersecurity has never been more critical. With cyber threats proliferating at an alarming rate, organizations must prioritize protecting their digital perimeters, especially given the vulnerabilities associated with remote work environments. Understanding the Cybersecurity Threat Landscape for Remote Workforces Cyber threats have evolved dramatically over the years. Hackers are no longer just trying to breach your organization's physical boundaries, they're attempting to exploit the weakest link in your [...]

By Justin Henretta Compliance, General IT, Security, Training Authentication measures, Cyberattack, Cybersecurity threats, End-to-End Encryption, Multi-factor Authentication, Remote workforce, Secure environment, Security awareness training, Threat detection solutions, Virtual Private Network 0 Comments Read more...

18 Apr

FTC Safeguards Rule – What is it and how can an MSP help?

FTC Safeguard Rule: Who It Affects and How an MSP Can Help FTC Safeguard Rule: Who It Affects and How an MSP Can Help The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Safeguard Rule is a set of guidelines that businesses must follow to protect their customers' personal information. The rule applies to a wide range of industries, including healthcare, financial services, retail, and telecommunications. Who Does the FTC Safeguard Rule Affect? The FTC Safeguard Rule applies to businesses that collect, maintain, or store personal information [...]

By Justin Henretta Compliance, General IT, Security cybersecurity, FTC Safeguard, Managed Services Provider, MSP, Security 0 Comments Read more...

18 Apr

Partnering with an MSP for Cybersecurity in Orange County

Partnering with an MSP for Cybersecurity in Orange County When it comes to securing your business against cyber threats, partnering with a trusted service provider is essential. Skyward Technical Solutions is an Orange County based MSP that can help ensure your business is protected from all angles. Here are just a few ways that Skyward can help you maintain a secure IT infrastructure: Cybersecurity Assessments: Skyward can perform a comprehensive cybersecurity assessment to identify any vulnerabilities in your IT infrastructure and [...]

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07 Apr

What is Phishing and Spoofing and how can you protect yourself?

What is Phishing and Spoofing and how can you protect yourself? As an IT service and support company based in Orange County, Skyward Technical Solutions is committed to helping end-users protect themselves against cyber threats. One of the most common types of cyberattacks is phishing and spoofing. In this blog post, we will explain what phishing and spoofing are and provide some tips on how to identify and prevent them. Phishing Phishing is a type of cyberattack where an attacker sends a [...]

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22 Mar

Multi Factor Authentication is Essential for Your Business

Hackers are always looking for vulnerabilities to exploit, and it's becoming increasingly challenging to keep sensitive information safe. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a cybersecurity solution that can significantly enhance a business's security posture. In this article, we'll explore why multi-factor authentication is essential for your business's security, and how it can help protect against potential cyber threats. Stronger Password Protection MFA is a security protocol that requires users to provide two or more forms of identification to access an account. This type [...]

By Adam Sherman General IT 2fa, authentication, cybersecurity, Managed Services, mfa, Multi-Factor Authentication and Security, password 0 Comments Read more...

13 Jan

10 Common Situations Requiring Support From the IT Help Desk

10 Common Situations Requiring Support From the IT Help Desk When companies focus on customer and employee IT help desk assistance, they can enhance revenues by 4 to 8 percent? Our world is constantly changing technology! An IT help desk is the first place employees and clients can get help. The help desk comes to the rescue when employees and customers require assistance with any IT issues encountered. As an IT support firm, we are accustomed to resolving common IT help desk problems and offering [...]

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09 Jan

How IT Services Help California Business Owners Succeed

Projections show that the global IT services market will reach a size of $2.56 trillion by 2030. If you own a California business, you probably already know that there's a lot of work involved. Trying to keep on top of everything isn't easy, so sometimes you might benefit from outsourcing work. One of the hardest things to manage within a business is IT systems, so this is likely one of the elements you want to have taken care of by an [...]

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29 Apr

Debunking the Most Common Myths About Managed Services Providers

Debunking the most common myths about MSP's In this guide, we will be debunking common myths about MSP's. The global managed services market reached $215.14 billion in 2020. The market could grow by a CAGR of 12.7% by 2028. More businesses are recognizing the benefits of hiring managed services providers. Despite this growth, there's still a lot of hearsay about the IT industry. Here are nine common myths you'll want to avoid. After reading this guide, you'll know the truth about managed IT [...]

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15 Apr

What Questions Should I Ask Before Hiring a Managed IT Company?

Great technology is paramount if you want to run your business operations in the smoothest and most effective ways. But as the owner of a small or medium-sized company, you might find it hard to handle your ever-changing and demanding IT requirements. That's why you should consider working with a managed IT company. A quick Google search for "managed IT services" will show you right away that there are countless outsourced IT companies out there. So, how can you pick [...]

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