Security Success: 4 Easy Ways To Take Your IT Security Into Your Own Hands

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As a business owner cyber security should be a top priority. The following tips can easily be implemented to help better secure the IT structure at your organization.

IT security is more important now than ever before. Everyday, technology threats are reported from various sources, many of which have been major breaches that resulted in millions of identities being stolen. As a business owner, security in all aspects should be a top priority. The following tips can easily be implemented to help better secure the IT structure at your company:

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Firewall Implementation

Implementing is one of the most basic necessities everyone needs to consider when trying to increase IT security. Nearly every personal computer comes with a firewall already installed, however, it might not be enough. Consider purchasing anti-virus software and using that firewall instead. You'll have more protection from various types of malicious hackers, and the software normally allows users to run statistical reports that could be useful.

Only Use Plain Text Email

HTML email, while attractive, can contain a variety of malicious links and other content that could cause a great deal of harm to your computer. On a company-wide level, enforce a policy that allows users to only use text based email messages. The written content will still be visible and easy to ready, and you'll be protecting yourself from any hidden content that could accidentally get through your security protocols.

Use A Different Web Browser

Some web browsers, like Opera and older versions of Internet Explorer, are more prone to virus and spam attacks. This is because they haven't implemented security features that are essential to blocking hackers or notifying users when they're visiting a potentially dangerous website. Switch to a secure browser, like Firefox or Chrome, and make sure you update them on a regular basis.

Backup Your Data

One of the fundamental items that needs to be addressed is data backup. Regardless of the level of IT security you've implemented at your company, your data needs to be backed up at all times. Online data backup is very complex and should be handled by someone with the proper education. This type of education will give you the training necessary to properly secure and store data in a compliant manner with the proper technical safeguards. For those interested in data security you may consider a masters degree in information assurance.

IT security should not be taken lightly. Beyond securing your data and implementing a firewall, offer routine Internet security classes annually to keep your staff informed and up to date with the latest protocols.

By  Emma Sturgis	Embed
Emma is a freelance writer currently living in Boston. When not writing, she enjoys baking and indoor rock climbing. Find her on Google +.