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What Is Fiber Optic Internet for Business?
By Stella Morrison | May 21, 2021

Fiber optic internet offers very fast download speeds, but is it worth the price?

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Mobile Hotspot or Satellite Internet: Which Is Right for Your Business?
By Jeff Hale | May 21, 2021

Satellite internet is getting better every year, but it still might not be as fast or as flexible as a mobile hotspot for your business needs.

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Business DSL vs. Cable Internet
By Stella Morrison | May 21, 2021

What's the difference between business DSL and cable internet, and which one is the right choice for your business?

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What Is the Best Internet Speed for Your Business?
By Stella Morrison | May 21, 2021

This is one area where it's better to get exactly what you need.

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What Is a Business VPN?
By Nicole Fallon | May 05, 2021

A virtual private network (VPN) can help your business encrypt employees' web traffic and allow them to connect to your secure company network from anywhere.

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How Do Paid and Free VPNs for Business Differ?
By Sean Peek | May 05, 2021

VPN services are increasingly popular in the era of remote work, but not all VPNs are secure. Here's what you need to know about free vs. paid VPN services.

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How Does VPN Encryption Work?
By Sean Peek | May 05, 2021

Understanding how VPN encryption works will help you find the right solution for your business.

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What Is Remote Access VPN?
By Sean Peek | May 05, 2021

Remote access VPNs have become hugely popular during the coronavirus pandemic, as they allow remote employees to connect to their company networks securely.

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What Your Business Needs to Know About VPN Logs
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | May 05, 2021

Not all VPN platforms are created equal, so make sure you know what to look for to keep your business and data safe.

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Cloud VPN: Definition, Types, Benefits and More
By Nicole Fallon | May 05, 2021

Cloud VPNs are an increasingly popular choice for businesses that want to encrypt sensitive company data for their remote workforce.

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What Type of VPN Is Best for Your Business?
By Sean Peek | May 05, 2021

Understanding the different types of VPNs can ensure your company data's is more secure.

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What Is Secure Remote Access?
By Nicole Fallon | April 30, 2021

Secure remote access allows employees and IT personnel to safely connect to and manage another user's desktop from a different location.

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How Much Should You Spend on Small Business Security Systems?
By Max Freedman | February 17, 2021

Learn how much you can expect to spend on video surveillance, computer security systems, intrusion alarms and electronic access systems.

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Unify Customer Data for Better Marketing, CX and Fraud Prevention
By David Fletcher | January 27, 2021

Learn how unified data gives you a single view of your customers for your marketing and fraud control teams.

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Credit Card Processing Scams (and Other Things to Look Out For)
By Adam Uzialko | January 11, 2021

Don't get caught in one of these common credit card processing scams.

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5 Reasons to Consider Real-Time Monitoring
By Skye Schooley | January 06, 2021

Learn what real-time monitoring is and how it can benefit your business.

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What Type of Employee Monitoring System Do You Need?
By Simone Johnson | December 03, 2020

Find out about the different types of employee monitoring tools you can use to keep your employees stay on task.

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How to Use Telemedicine and Stay HIPAA Compliant
By Adam Uzialko | November 10, 2020

Telemedicine is revolutionizing the way healthcare is performed, especially in rural areas and for patients with limited mobility. Security and HIPAA compliance, however, remain critical.

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Remote PC Security – Is It Safe?
By Andrew Martins | November 06, 2020

Accessing a work computer over the internet is a common way to work from home with little disruption. With entire computer systems in the balance, though, keeping everything secure is paramount.

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Consider Making These Data-Driven E-Commerce Upgrades Now to Futureproof Your Business
By David Fletcher | October 22, 2020

To keep up with new technology and rising customer expectations, it's critical that businesses upgrade and update the way their online store uses data.

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The Cost of Cybersecurity and How to Budget for It
By Andrew Rinaldi | October 15, 2020

Cybersecurity is important for businesses small and large. Here's what you need to secure your network and devices, and how much to budget for it.

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M-Commerce Is Booming. So Is M-Commerce Fraud
By Rafael Lourenco | June 23, 2020

As mobile commerce continues to boom, so, too, does m-commerce fraud. For businesses, the solution is to create a multilayered defense.

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What Is Website Security? Security Tips to Protect Your Website From Hackers
By Thanh Pham | June 19, 2020

Even as new and more effective security features and functions for websites emerge regularly, hackers are also always reinventing themselves to navigate around these security features.

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COVID-19's Complicated Impact on E-Commerce: How to Deal With the Fallout and Adapt to the New Normal
By Rafael Lourenco | June 04, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic is changing customer expectations and e-commerce fraud prevention. Here are steps that businesses can take to cope with the ongoing wave of change.

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Is Your CNP Fraud-Detection System Confused by Consumer Behavior Now? That Could Damage Your Business
By Rafael Lourenco | May 19, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed how consumers behave. These changes could be causing a spike in good orders mistaken for fraud, creating irreparable damage for businesses.