“Your IT Security team should not go alone in today’s distributed, multi-cloud environment.”

Glenn Baruck, Chicago Voice & Data

Hybrid and remote work scenarios combined with the ongoing increase in cyberattacks continue to push security professionals and resources to their limits. The reality taking hold is that most IT security pros need help in implementing a more holistic approach to their organization’s security and require assistance from AI and outside partners.

This article composed by Rich Korn for securitymagazine.com takes a closer look at the current journey for security professionals. In addition, Korn provides guidance for getting your security staff the help they need to keep your business protected in this new environment.

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“Who has access to your facility and how and when they can enter and exit is critical to protecting your people and assets.”

Glenn Baruck, DigiTek Security

With increased hybrid work scenarios, access to work and residential spaces has become a more complex challenge for business owners and building managers. Schedules are now more varied, as people come and go more frequently at different times and days of the week. Having an up-to-date access control system is only part of the equation. Developing an access control policy is fundamental to creating and implementing an effective access control system. It plays a vital role in the safety of your people and the protection of your assets.

In this recent piece for business.com, author Erik Sherman covers the basics of developing an access control policy that will go a long way to helping you keep everyone and everything safe.

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“Securing your information and protecting your privacy is not something you should leave to out-of-date resources or second-hand advice.”

Glenn Baruck, DigiTek Security

When it comes to securing your information and protecting your privacy, there is a lot of information out there. People often do their own “research” and, like many things, end up garnering information from second- or third-hand sources like “tech-savvy” friends or something they saw on TV. While some of this advice can be helpful, much of it is often outdated or may even provide a false sense of security, leading to disaster.

Thankfully, some resources and experts can get us back on track with good info to help us better secure our information. This piece by Sean Gallagher (former Ars Technica’s IT and National Security Editor and currently Senior Threat Researcher at SophosLabs) can help you sift through what is folklore and fact when it comes to securing your information and protecting your privacy.

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“Phishing, smishing, fake websites and more! The bad guys are ready, are you?”

Glenn Baruck, The eDot Family of Companies

Happy Thanksgiving! Even though the tryptophan from your Thanksgiving turkey feast has set in, now is not the time to sleep on holiday shopping scams! If you’re like many of us, your holiday shopping is just beginning. That said, beware; the scammers have been preparing for this season well before you even thought about your shopping list! There is a lot to look out for, and this informative piece from news.trendmicro.com will give you a fighting chance this season against the bad guys.

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“Techies rejoice! Here are some of the hottest tech deals this year from a tech expert!”

Glenn Baruck, The eDot Family of Companies

From laptops and modems to earbuds, mobile phones and more, it’s that time of year again! If you’re shopping for a techie or an upgrade gift for yourself, Wade Tyler Millward for CRN.com highlights his best Black Friday tech deals so you can get a jump on your holiday shopping!

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“If you are a 2-in-1 user thinking about an upgrade to maximize Windows 11 or you’re interested in moving to one of these fast and flexible machines, this article is for you!”

Glenn Baruck, The eDot Family of Companies

Microsoft recently announced the introduction of 5 new Surface devices, built hand in hand with Windows 11. According to Microsoft Chief Product Officer Panos Panay, these machines advance the 2-in-1 category and provide amazing experiences across many Microsoft applications. Check out this article by Wade Tyler Millward for CRN.com for the need to know about these hot new releases!

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