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Why Are Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Services Important to a Business?

February 11th, 2023 by admin

Disaster recovery and business continuity services are important to a business because they help protect the organization against unexpected disruptions, such as natural disasters, power outages, cyber-attacks, and more. By having comprehensive disaster...

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Posted in: Managed IT Services, Security, Solutions

It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

October 20th, 2021 by admin

With an abundance of new and existing technologies available, it's become clear that the cybersecurity industry has no shortage of tools. Unfortunately, the same can't be said for the availability of skilled experts who can effectively use those tools...

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Posted in: IT, Security, ICX

Cybersecurity Threats Schools are Facing in 2021

September 1st, 2021 by admin

Classrooms have never been more connected, and because of that, they've never been more vulnerable to internet-powered threats. Many students are issued laptops or tablets instead of textbooks, while teachers and administrators rely on dozens of apps...

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Back to Basics: Service Desk Support FAQs

August 11th, 2021 by admin

Our talented Service Desk support team are the backbone of the I.T. Managed Services solutions we deliver every day. They can troubleshoot and fix a variety of simple or complex problems with your device so your work day can continue being productive....

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Smart Effective SaaS Business Backup Solutions

July 28th, 2021 by admin

You may recall that in January 2021 we posted a blog called 'Think Your SaaS Data is Automatically Secured? Think Again.' In that post we made the case for having a strong backup solution for any of your cloud-hosted business applications, even Microsoft...

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Where Physical Security and Cybersecurity Intersect for Your Business

June 23rd, 2021 by admin

We wanted to share a great webinar that took place recently which was hosted by two partners of ICX. Bates Security focuses on physical security including fire, burglar, access control and camera systems and Heron Managed Services is a fellow IT managed...

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Find ICX on the Jacksonville Business Journal Again in June with Two New Articles

June 2nd, 2021 by admin

If you've recovered from the excitement after our first two articles on the Jacksonville Business Journal that published online in May, hold onto your hats because we have two NEW articles just published for June! This month we covered: How to unlock...

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Posted in: Managed IT Services, Security, Solutions

ICX Articles Featured on the Jacksonville Business Journal!

May 12th, 2021 by admin

While we love blogging to share knowledge and news, we are thrilled to contribute some articles over the next few months to the Jacksonville Business Journal to reach a wider audience. Under the Thought Leadership section of the Jax Business Journal website,...

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Posted in: Managed IT Services, Security, Solutions

Why Endpoint Detection and Response Is Not Enough

April 14th, 2021 by admin

A war cannot be won on one front with a single arsenal–you need a well-trained army, navy, and air force. Likewise, fending off criminal hackers requires a diverse pool of technologies, trained security experts, and tried and tested practices...

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How to Rollback from Ransomware to Recover Fast

January 13th, 2021 by admin

Not be alarmist, but ransomware wreaked havoc in 2020. It may be even worse this year. The average ransom payment jumped 31% to $233,817 in the third quarter from the second quarter, according to a report from Coveware. Average ransom payment? Up to...

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Think Your Cloud Data is Automatically Secured? Think again.

January 6th, 2021 by admin

This is a news flash for all Microsoft 365 users. Microsoft 365 is not automatically protected. But it's hosted, in the 'cloud,' it must be secure, right? As organizations increasingly move data into cloud-based applications, many believe that traditional...

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Ramp Up Your Data Security Protocols Before the Holidays

November 18th, 2020 by admin

While the world is excited to focus on the cheer and goodwill that accompanies the holiday season, cybersecurity criminals will use the good mood to wreak havoc. And the fact is, this year, more than ever before, Santa must go digital, so online shopping...

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The Unsung Hero in the Fight Against Ransomware

November 11th, 2020 by admin

In 2019, ransomware attacks impacted 89 college, universities, and school districts, 113 state, and municipal governments and agencies, and 764 healthcare providers - and those are heavily protected organizations! There are countless tools that managed...

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The Cyber Breach Liability Conundrum

October 28th, 2020 by admin

Cybersecurity is a business decision. Just like you would ensure your equipment or buy worker’s comp to protect your employees, cyber liability insurance is a critical piece of your business protection and continuity strategy. Cyber liability insurance...

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Cybersecurity Mindfulness for Your Business

September 30th, 2020 by admin

Cybersecurity is important. On that point, we all agree. But maintaining focus on your cybersecurity protocols throughout doing business is where most companies fail. On average, Websites are attacked 94 times per day. Taking your attention off cybersecurity...

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The Evolution of IT Managed Services

September 16th, 2020 by admin

At the outset of enterprise computing, information technology services and management were focused on a break/fix basis, meaning computer systems were only managed by an expert when they did not work, necessitating a technician to come out to fix it....

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The Top 5 Cyberattacks of August 2020

September 9th, 2020 by admin

We talk about cybersecurity all the time because it's the #1 concern of our clients. That's why we partner with smart cybersecurity solution firms like Arctic Wolf to deploy the best tools available for our clients. Our Arctic Wolf offerings for managed...

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The Case for Two-Factor Authentication

September 1st, 2020 by admin

We always recommend our client partners setup and maintain 2-factor authentication for their organizations. And the basis of that strong recommendation is simple, and it's the only fool-proof secure way to ensure passwords are not compromised. Two-factor...

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Adapting to Deliver Service Throughout COVID-19

August 5th, 2020 by admin

While the world has grappled with how to stop the spread of COVID-19, essential workers like managed service providers have also had to adapt our business practices to protect our employees rapidly, their families, and our community. In addition to...

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Free Webinar with Datto | Your Secret Weapon Against Cybercrime

July 1st, 2020 by admin

We are excited to announce we have partnered with Datto to bring you an info-packed webinar on July 28 that 10 am EST called Your Secret Weapon Against Cybercrime. Hosts Desraie Thomas, Channel Development Manager from Datto, and COO Justin Kane from...

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How to Stop Inside Security Threats

May 11th, 2020 by admin

While most businesses are focused on external security threats, there are two kinds of internal threats that deserve equal consideration and mitigation. Both accidental and intentional threats come in a lot of shapes and sizes, but there are some simple...

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7 Important Security Measures for Working Remotely

April 15th, 2020 by admin

Working remotely has suddenly become a necessity, but personal devices and unsecured internet connections can leave employees vulnerable to a variety of cyber threats. Fortunately, there are a few simple steps you can take to safeguard you and your customer's...

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Alert | Cybercrime Increase Due to COVID-19

March 25th, 2020 by admin

We are closely monitoring the impacts to our customers of COVID-19. One that has come to our attention is that cybercrime has dramatically increased over the last few days, and hackers are using COVID-19 to disguise emails to gain access to company...

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Posted in: Security, ICX, Support

Network Threat Assessments for Today’s Aggressive and Evolving Threat Landscape

February 19th, 2020 by admin

Today’s workplaces have changed – workers are mobile and they want around-the-clock access to networks from a myriad of devices of their choosing from locations around the world. This evolution has changed the way businesses need to think about...

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Posted in: Security

Cybersecurity Managed Detection and Response Explained

January 27th, 2020 by admin

Comprehensive cybersecurity sounds like an impossible-to-achieve oxymoron in today’s highly digital and vulnerable world. But it’s not. We partner with Arctic Wolf to provide comprehensive managed detection and response for your business with 24x7...

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Posted in: Security

Office 365 'Password Expiring' Phishing Scam

January 8th, 2020 by admin

This is an important alert for all our Microsoft Office 365 users. This scam originally came up last summer but it has been making the rounds again so we wanted to bring it back up. If you have received an email with a subject line something like, "Office...

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Posted in: Security

Holiday Scams and Malware Alert

December 18th, 2019 by admin

The Department of Homeland Security’s Cyber Infrastructure (CISA) division released an alert on currently circulating online browsing/shopping scams and malware campaigns you should be aware of. The alert warns about fake ads or shipping notifications,...

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5-Minute Cybersecurity Training Guide for Your Employees

November 26th, 2019 by admin

Teaching your employees how to be cyber-conscious and take precautions is an important part of your company's overall security awareness training. That's why we felt it was important to share this e-book from our partner Arctic Wolf that breaks down...

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The Immediate Impacts of Failing to Upgrade to Windows 10 Now!

November 13th, 2019 by admin

For those of you on the fence about when to upgrade your operating systems off Windows 7 to Windows 10, this blog is for you! There are many additional consequences, aside from security, that will impact your day-to-day use of your computers if you do...

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Prevent Ransomware Attacks with Access Controls and Good PAM Practices

October 23rd, 2019 by admin

Modern businesses are all struggling with the growing threat of ransomware attacks. We deal with them all the time here at ICX, often spotting them and stopping them before our clients even become aware they are happening. The consensus on the best...

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Posted in: Security

How a Real Phishing Attack Can Happen

October 9th, 2019 by admin

We recently dealt with a very sneaky phishing attack and wanted to share it so you don’t fall victim to this too! A client looked up what they thought was the customer service team for the software they were having issues with. However, what they found...

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The Real Costs of Data Breaches

September 18th, 2019 by admin

As time marches on, cyberattacks grow more sophisticated, more malicious, and more widespread. And with advanced cybercriminals finding new ways into organizations, businesses of every size risk being attacked. So, today’s companies need to understand...

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8 Metrics to Help Quantify Your Businesses' Cyber Risk

September 11th, 2019 by admin

Cybersecurity is an important topic for our clients, but it encompasses a lot of different things. Managing cyber risk entails dealing with sprawling networks, endpoints ranging from work PCs to personal smartphones, and cybercriminals using increasingly...

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Posted in: Security

Patch Management 101

August 21st, 2019 by admin

One of the important services we provide clients here at ICX is patch management. But what does that even mean? A patch is a change to a computer program that is designed to update, fix, or improve it by securing vulnerable areas. Patches aim to: Fix...

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Posted in: Security, Solutions, Support

Spoofing is Sneaky - Learn How to Avoid a Spoofing Attack

August 7th, 2019 by admin

Spoofing is a sneaky type of online fraud that tricks users and networks into believing that information is real when it’s actually fake. Typically, a cybercriminal will pose as a known, trusted person in your network (office typically) and they will...

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The Real Value of IT Managed Services to CEOs

July 3rd, 2019 by admin

The value of ‘managed’ or ‘outsourced IT services’ are many, but it comes down to risk vs. reward. Businesses are always trying to cut overhead while gaining revenue. It’s that delicate balance between output and earnings...

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Posted in: IT, Managed IT Services, Security, Solutions

Is the IT Security Gap a Threat to SMBs? [CHART]

December 8th, 2016 by admin

Now that it’s officially December, it’s time to sit down and really think about what 2017 will bring. Over the past year we’ve seen higher adoption of virtualization, web applications and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) environments. As these and similar...

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