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Should your team use ChatGPT at work? A simple AI policy for small businesses
A plain-language starting point for deciding what your team can and can't do with AI tools, and how to write it down.
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ArticleBackups aren't the same as recovery
Having backup files isn't the same as being able to recover from a disaster. Here's the difference, and how to close the gap.
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ArticleCMMC in plain English for small defense contractors
CMMC can sound like alphabet soup. Here is what Level 1 and Level 2 actually require, and where a small contractor should start.
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ArticleWhat your cyber insurance company will ask you, and how to get ready
Cyber insurance applications ask detailed questions about your controls. Here is what to expect and how to answer accurately.
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ArticleCybersecurity Awareness Month: four things every small business should do this October
Four practical steps, no budget required, that meaningfully reduce your risk this month and every month after.
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ArticleHow to get started in cybersecurity
Breaking into cybersecurity doesn't require a four-year degree. Here are realistic entry paths, starter certifications, and how to build skills that show up on a resume.
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ArticleHIPAA security risk assessments, in plain English
The HIPAA Security Rule requires a risk assessment. Here is what it covers, how often to do it, and where small practices usually fall short.
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ArticleHow to spot a fake invoice before you pay it
Fake invoices cost businesses real money every week. Here are the warning signs to check before you approve a payment.
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ArticleMulti-factor authentication, explained in plain English
A plain-language look at multi-factor authentication: what it is, which types are strongest, and where to turn it on first.
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ArticleWhy missed calls cost more than you think
When a customer can't reach you, they usually call the next business instead. Here's how missed-call text-back can close that gap.
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ArticleThe first hour of a ransomware attack: what to do and what not to do
The decisions made in the first hour of a ransomware attack affect how fast, and how well, you recover.
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ArticleIs your business ready to automate? Six questions to ask first
Automation works best when you know what you're fixing. These six questions help you find the right place to start.
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