October 2, 2013
Did you know that cyber-criminals are increasingly targeting small and mid-sized businesses? They perceive these types of businesses to be less secure in terms of their network, making it easier to hack into and steal your important data. With these simple steps from ITS Inc., which provides IBM certified consulting services, any business can begin making their network much more secure.
1. Use Antivirus Software
One of the most important aspects of network security is the type of security software that you use. Your software should at the very least be antivirus, and having antispyware in addition is beneficial. There are many different products on the market, so be sure to do your research prior to choosing a system.
2. Encrypt Your Wireless Network
A major area where businesses fail to adequately protect their network is in the wireless access points. You should encrypt these points – otherwise some areas of your wireless network may be completely open to outside entry. WPA2 encryption is the best method, as other methods are broken into more frequently.
3. Educate Employees
You should also be sure to keep your employees educated about proper network security. One simple tool that can greatly increase security is tightening password strength, or requiring employees to change passwords every few months. If your employees are knowledgeable about company security regulations and processes, you will eliminate the potential for mistakes that can make your network vulnerable.
4. Disable Outside Access
Another way to easily increase network security is to disable outside access to your router. This means that no one outside your network will be able to access the company’s network. In addition, you should update the default password on your router to make it more difficult to crack.
5. Hire a Consultant
Finally, the best way to ensure that your network is secure is to hire IBM certified consulting services such as ITS Inc. At ITS Inc., we can consult with your company to determine where your security measures can be improved and how to implement those changes. IBM certified consulting services have the benefit of a greater knowledge base about the best solutions in the industry. Contact ITS Inc. today to learn more about our IBM certified consulting services.
Thanks for reading,
Rob Connary, President - COO
