Business Cyber Security

Every business that uses the Internet is responsible for creating a culture of security that will enhance business and consumer confidence.

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The threat of hackers and cyber-criminals is very real, for Fortune 500 companies and small businesses alike. That means that business owners must accept that a strong cyber-defense system is a must in the modern business world. The good news is that there are lots of security firms out there willing to help.

While breaches at big corporations like Target and HomeDepot made headlines with their security fails , small business are still very much targets for hackers. SSmall businesses fall into hackers' cybersecurity "sweet spot": They have more digital assets to target than an individual consumer has, but less security than a larger enterprise.

There are a few different basic types of security software on the market, offering varying levels of protection. Antivirus software is the most common, and will defend against most types of malware. TrendMicro seems to be the best antivirus software year after year. ( Kaspersky Coupons are available at PowerCoupons.com) Firewalls either hardware or software are an added layer of protection by preventing an unauthorized user from accessing a computer or network. Also a data backup solution is very important, so any information compromised or lost during a breach can easily be recovered from an alternate location.