It happens around the globe at this time of year. People make resolutions to eat better and exercise more, or to live a better life in general. Here at M&H Consulting we suggest a resolution list that will help the health and security of your data and computer systems for the new year. While our list may not slim your waistline or lower the scale, it can decrease your stress factor when it comes to safeguarding both your business and personal information on one or more of the devices you own. So here it goes, our list of best security resolutions for the New Year.
Set Up a Password Manager
Sure, you always mean to change those passwords or at least strengthen them but it somehow gets lost in the day-to-day events at work. A password manager can help you choose a secure password for each separate account – and you probably have a lot of them! The password manager can also help you when you fail to remember usernames and passwords.
Back it Up
The IT department or consultant is always telling you to get in the regular habit of doing this, but, yet again, it can be overlooked unless it becomes a priority. Make it one this coming year. A disaster could hit at any time and you will need a way to access your information.
Set Up a VPN
A virtual private network can help keep your business data secure. VPNs create an encrypted connection between your device and a secure server, which then allows you to browse and use the internet normally through an encrypted channel that protects you from eavesdroppers.
Create a Disaster Recovery Plan
What happens if your company floods, catches fire, or loses power unexpectedly? It is vital to plan for disasters so that you have a plan when you can not access your computers or data.
Employee Education
Your company is only as strong as the security practices that your employees use. Train your employees to be the best line of defense against security attacks and to be aware of red flags so they are not duped into opening a virus or malware attachment.
Check back with M&H Consulting as we stay on top of recent breaches and will keep you up-to-date. Call M&H Consulting at 1-(866)-964-8324.
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