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Managing, Controlling and Securing Information

The information needs of companies have greatly expanded over the last two decades. Today, any company not taking advantage of computers is doomed to fail. Also, companies that have mismanaged their information have also failed. These resources will help you manage and select the right computer and networking technologies that will insure your company's survival in the digital age we now live in.
The Ultimate Malware Protection Guide
New malware is being written every day. It targets home computers as well as the computers in your business. How do you protect yourself against this ever evolving threat from malware? Find out here.
Business Software 101
Computers and software give your employees a set of tools to help them move, manage and store information in an efficient and secure manner. Here are the three different types of software that you will need in your business.
Essential Disaster Recovery Planning
Disaster recovery planning is the process of creating a document that details how your business will recover from a catastrophic event. All businesses need a disaster recovery plan, but few businesses take the time to write a detailed and all encompassing plan. There are many different types and kinds of catastrophic events. We are going t…
Information Technology - Definition and History
There are a lot ideas and definitions about what information technology (IT) is and what it isn't. Here is a short discussion about IT that stresses the more traditional definition.
Security Mistakes IT People Make and How to Fix Them
If you have a network of computers in your business, this is a must read article. It is even more important if your network is also connected to the Internet. Many things must be done to protect your information assets and that the task may seem overwhelming. This article will give you a place to start.
Recover/Protect Stolen Laptops
With the advent of the laptop came portability that we never even dreamed possible. Unfortunately, with portable hardware came portable data. That means when a laptop is stolen so is the company's data. Here is a way to not only protect the data on the stolen laptop, but a way to help you recover it too.
Basic Physical Security
Securing your hardware, software and data is the most important aspect of information technology. Here is a short list of basic physical security practices for you to safeguard your business' IT assets.
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