As we step into 2025, the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, bringing new challenges and opportunities. Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated, and no organization—big or small—is immune. However, with the right strategies in place, you can turn potential threats into manageable risks. Here’s what you need to know and do to stay ahead: 1.Regurarly Update…
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Kick Off 2025 with a Secure IT Reset: A Fresh Start for Your Business
The start of a new year is the perfect time to reflect, reassess, and renew—and your IT systems deserve the same treatment. Cybersecurity is an ongoing journey, but the beginning of 2025 offers a unique opportunity to tighten your defenses and prepare for the year ahead. Here’s how to give your IT infrastructure the reset…
End Of Year Data Backups-Why They are a Must not a Maybe
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to review your data backup strategy and ensure your business is prepared for the unexpected. In today’s digital world, data is the backbone of operations. Losing it—whether due to ransomware, hardware failure, or human error—can disrupt business, damage your reputation, and hurt your bottom line.…
Holiday Shopping Cybersecurity Checklist
As Black Friday and Cyber Monday approach, the excitement of snagging great deals can be overshadowed by cybersecurity risks. With a surge in online shopping, it’s crucial to protect yourself from potential threats. To help you shop safely this holiday season, here’s a checklist to ensure your personal and payment information stays secure while you…
Secure Your Home Office: Best Practices for Work-from-Home Security
As remote work becomes more common, it’s essential to keep your home office both productive and secure. Whether you’re a full-time remote employee or occasionally working from home, following a few best practices can help ensure the safety of your data, your company’s information, and your work experience. Here are some tips to help you…
Is Your Website Putting Users at Risk?
In today’s digital landscape, security is paramount, especially when handling sensitive information. One of the most essential tools in securing a website is an SSL certificate, a feature that encrypts data and ensures user privacy. If your website’s URL doesn’t start with “https,” here’s why you should consider implementing SSL today. What is SSL? SSL,…
Are Your Passwords Strong Enough to Keep Hackers Out
In today’s digital landscape, the strength of your passwords can make all the difference between protecting your business and leaving it exposed to cyberattacks. Weak or predictable passwords are one of the easiest ways for hackers to gain access to your systems, compromising sensitive data and causing significant disruptions. So, how can you be sure…
Phishing 101-Don’t Get Hooked!
In today’s digital age, cyber threats are more sophisticated than ever. Among these, phishing remains one of the most common and dangerous attacks. At Twin State Technical Services, we take cybersecurity seriously, and part of our proactive approach includes using KnowBe4, an industry-leading platform for phishing protection and security awareness training. Whether you’re an individual…
Protect Yourself from Scam Websites: A Comprehensive Guide
Items to consider when determining the legitimacy of a website 1. Domain name: Scammers often create domain names that are intentionally similar to well-known websites, using misspellings or variations. For example, they might replace letters with similar-looking numbers (e.g., “g00gle.com” instead of “google.com”). Always double-check the domain name for any inconsistencies or unusual variations. 2.…
2023 Business Technology Trends
Today, every business is a technology business. Whether you are in retail, manufacturing, or healthcare, your company relies on a wealth of data, applications, and devices to spur growth and keep operations running. However, many businesses do not have internal IT talent. Instead, they rely on outsourced IT providers to deliver digital transformation and efficiency.…