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Small Business – Data Security

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In an ever changing technology environment, too many small businesses are just not keeping up with these changes and putting their businesses at risk. This could be because of lack of time, lack of understanding or the lack of knowledge.
 
Below is a useful article small business owners need to read to ensure their business is protected from cyber threats.
 
The key points from the article to safeguard your business are;
  • Be proactive: Understand the risks and security gaps before they hit.
  • Invest time and money into security and backup: Implement comprehensive security software across all devices and ensure regular backups are scheduled.
  • Keep up to date: Ensure all devices, operating systems, software and applications are up to date with the latest versions.
  • Involve staff: Educate staff on best practices - ensure staff report scam emails and exercising caution when working on unsecured networks (i.e. at home or traveling for business).
  • Use strong passwords: Select unique passwords and change them every three months, and never re-use passwords.
  • Consider insurance: Cyber insurance policies can cover small businesses for financial losses resulting from cyber attacks.
https://www.smh.com.au/business/small-business/data-security-what-small-business-owners-need-to-know-20180919-p504sp.htm

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