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SOC (Security Operations Center) & NOC (Network Operations Center): What’s the Difference?
As businesses grow, so do the complexities of managing and securing their networks. Two crucial components that play a role in this process are the Network Operations Center (NOC) and the Security Operations Center (SOC). What is a NOC (Network Operations Center)? ...
How Are Assets “Compromised”? 3 Key Violations
The terms "security events," "indicators," "incidents," and "breaches" are often thrown around in discussions about cybersecurity. But what exactly do they mean for your organization? At their core, these terms revolve around one central question: Has one of your...
2024 Cyber Threat Update: Navigating the Global Cybersecurity Landscape
In 2024, organizations face an array of cybersecurity challenges that extend far beyond their own networks. These challenges are deeply intertwined with geopolitical events and technological advancements, shaping the strategies and tactics of cyber actors worldwide. ...
Managed IT Services: Cost vs. Value
Managed IT services costs vary depending on the IT provider’s experience and breadth of services. While some IT firms may advertise offerings at a surprisingly low rate, it’s essential your business consider the IT consultant’s ability to align the technology…
What to Do If Your Business Gets Hit with a Malware Attack
A business falls victim to a malware attack every 14 seconds. (Source: 2019 ACR) A malware attack is the injection of malicious software into your network. Typically, malware gets into a network due to human error such as an employee accidentally clicking on a...
How To Prepare Your Business For a Cyberattack
A proactive approach to IT security can save your organization from disaster. Cybercriminals rely on creating chaos. A security incident response plan is the best way to reduce the potential impact on your...
How to Protect Your Business from Social Engineering Attacks
Employee IT security awareness training is no longer a nice-to-have; it’s mandatory. Modern IT security requires business leaders to do more than select the right security tools for their business. When protecting your company’s data, your employees are your most...
Client Spotlight: Rainier Scholars
Want to see how we can help your company too? Check out our IT consulting services. Transcript Monica Parker: What makes me most proud to come to work is to watch our scholars and families in action. These are young kids who...
8 Steps to a More Secure Business [Infographic]
Use the eight steps outlined here to help your company start taking a multi-layered approach to securing its data.
All About Business Reviews [Video]
If you’ve outsourced your IT in the past, you may be familiar with business reviews that cover little more than ticket stats. See how Aldridge does things differently.
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IT Services That Can Be Outsourced
Outsourcing IT services has become a strategic move for organizations seeking to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and gain access to specialized expertise. Outsourcing IT services can help you focus on core business activities while leaving complex technology tasks...
Don’t Take the Bait: Are You Smarter Than a Phisher?
Malicious actors are constantly devising new ways to exploit unsuspecting individuals and organizations. One of the oldest yet most prevalent forms of cybercrime is phishing. What is Phishing? Phishing attacks are cleverly designed to impersonate trusted entities or...
The True Cost of Downtime for a Business
Downtime is the dreaded enemy of productivity and profit. When systems fail, operations stop, and customers are left frustrated. However, the true cost of downtime goes far beyond financial losses. The True Cost of Downtime for a Business The Financial Toll Let's...
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[Webinar] Microsoft 365 Copilot | AI Made Easy
Learn about Microsoft’s new integrated AI tool, Copilot. You’ll learn how to get Copilot, what it can do, and how to implement it the right way. We’ve been experimenting with Copilot within our own business – we’ll share our own experience working with Copilot and the...
How Are Assets “Compromised”? 3 Key Violations
The terms "security events," "indicators," "incidents," and "breaches" are often thrown around in discussions about cybersecurity. But what exactly do they mean for your organization? At their core, these terms revolve around one central question: Has one of your...
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IT Services That Can Be Outsourced
Outsourcing IT services has become a strategic move for organizations seeking to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and gain access to specialized expertise. Outsourcing IT services can help you focus on core business activities while leaving complex technology tasks...
Don’t Take the Bait: Are You Smarter Than a Phisher?
Malicious actors are constantly devising new ways to exploit unsuspecting individuals and organizations. One of the oldest yet most prevalent forms of cybercrime is phishing. What is Phishing? Phishing attacks are cleverly designed to impersonate trusted entities or...
The True Cost of Downtime for a Business
Downtime is the dreaded enemy of productivity and profit. When systems fail, operations stop, and customers are left frustrated. However, the true cost of downtime goes far beyond financial losses. The True Cost of Downtime for a Business The Financial Toll Let's...