Kirby, Pezzack And Associates Inc. - Computer Security Basics

Security Basics ...

Why bother?

Securing your systems and your data can be tougher than it sounds, but it's vital - the biggest single asset many companies have is their data. If that sounds inflated, consider this: what would you do if you came in tomorrow and ALL your company's data was gone?

Sources of threats

Threats to your data security come from two directions: outside your office, and inside your office. As such, you need to pay attention to both sides of the dividing line to protect yourself and to protect your staff.

Am I at risk?

It might sound a little paranoid, but the reality today is that ALL companies are at risk to some degree. The key is to manage that risk so you can operate securely without breaking the bank.

What can I do?

A few of the areas you should pay attention in terms of securing your systems and your data are:

	Physical Security
	Electronic Security
	Backups, Backups, Backups
	Viruses, Spam, Spyware/Adware, Phishing

Please click one of the above links to learn more.

Note that these pages are not intended to be a comprehensive tutorial on network / data security, but rather a general outline. Kirby, Pezzack And Associates Inc. can not be held liable for any outcome from the use or misuse of this information. For a full security review or to request security products or services, please call us as soon as possible.

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