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8 Crucial password best practices to implement in your law firm

Passwords have become a regular part of our daily lives. We use them to access a variety of programs and apps for personal and work use. While some people may find the task of creating and updating passwords a bit tiresome, it is an essential practice, particularly for organizations that deal with sensitive client information.

Here are the leading causes of downtime you should know

Downtime, or the period when a system, network, or service is unavailable or inaccessible, can lead to financial losses, decreased productivity, a tarnished reputation, and dissatisfied customers. But for small- or medium-sized businesses, its repercussions can be particularly devastating, as these companies often lack the robust IT infrastructure and dedicated teams that larger enterprises have.

The Shocking Facts About The New FTC Safeguards Rule That Affect Nearly EVERY Small Business Operating Today

As former President Ronald Regan once said, the scariest words you’ll ever hear are “We’re from the government, and we’re here to help.”

In this case, the government is trying to help by forcing nearly all businesses to implement and maintain a strong cyber security program to protect the customer information these companies host – definitely not a bad thing, and all businesses should take this seriously without the government mandating it.

Top reasons to move your law firm to the cloud

News of cloud breaches has made headlines in recent years, causing many to question the cloud’s reliability. But despite these reports, the cloud continues to offer unparalleled advantages to businesses across various industries, including the legal sector.

Cybercriminals Pose As Facebook And Instagram Support: How To Protect Your Private Information From Being Stolen On Social Media

Another day, another scam! A new wave of social media scams has emerged, targeting unsuspecting Facebook and Instagram users. Whether you use your page for personal or business use, this new con could affect you. In this article, you'll discover what this scam is, how to detect if hackers are targeting you, and how to avoid falling for it and potentially leaking your private information.

Facebook Owes You Money!

How To Apply For Your Share Of Facebook’s Recent $725 Million Privacy Lawsuit

Here’s a shocker: Facebook is being forced to pay a whopping $725 million in a settlement following a number of lawsuits claiming they violated users’ privacy. This is in addition to another class action lawsuit for $650 million for storing and collecting the biometric data of nearly 1.3 million Illinois residents without their knowledge or consent.