Network Security- What is at Risk?
October 14th, 2013 by admin

Why Is It Necessary?
- Easy Access - Lack of security on your part is a problem that can spread to other innocent users if someone were to literally take control of one of your computers. (Yes, that is very possible) One malicious person can use any machine to launch a host of problems for you and for other innocent third parties through your machine.
- Privacy Piracy - Obviously, we hear about protecting your personal information all of the time. When you have client information on your systems you are entrusted to secure that information with great regard. If their records are compromised, you’ve just compromised a trust between you and your client, with potential serious outcomes.
- Time Crunching - The process of finding and eliminating a virus, worm or other malware from your system takes significant time, experience and often-major financial resources. It is very common to have to have your system completely rebuilt or your machines replaced. Restoring data from backup memory may or may not include everything up to that date. Successful recovery from such an attack can take days, weeks, and months of valuable time.
- Preventing Loss - A few basic things to prevent a major or minor event from occurring and to speed up recover would be the following:
- Produce a Network Diagram - A network diagram represents your hardware (PCs, servers, switches, routers, printers, etc.) and all of the connections between them. The diagram must also include key information regarding the model and configuration for each piece of hardware (e.g., name, IP address, function, etc.). For network, list the speed / protocol for each link.
- Comprehension - Assess and evaluate everything that happens on your network. Know exactly who uses your network? What kinds of hardware and software are being used? Be aware of what types of security policies, measures and technology are already in place. Get professional advise to improve.
What is Protocol?
Just like a fire-plan in a building, make sure that the staff understands the process and procedures to follow if there are any breaks in security. What is the protocol? Ensure that required staff or private consultant receive appropriate training. Be willing to seek outside IT support that can provide professional knowledge to protect your network. Network security is a part of our daily life now. If everyone is doing their part to protect their own systems, it creates a safety barrier that will slow the predatory behavior of malicious network criminals.Posted in: Business Solutions, Communications, Computers, Data Network & Internet Access, Ethernet, Fixed Wireless, Home Office Solutions, I.T. Services, IT Solutions, Security, Technology, Telecommunications, VoIP, Web/Tech