Internet Security
Internet Security is an expansive topic with far-reaching implications for individuals, organizations, and families. Security incidents impact productivity and can expose your
private information to criminals or the competition.
Using good anti-virus & anti-spyware software with current definitions and keeping your Operating System and Application Software up-to-date is only the beginning.
A proactive security plan includes content filtering, password security, access controls, monitoring user activity for policy compliance, and disaster planning (backup & recovery).
Special attention needs to be given to Wireless Security if you allow wireless devices on your network.
Home Networks:
For individuals and small home networks, there are some excellent free security programs available for personal use. Enabling Microsoft
"Automatic Updates" will help protect you against software exploits. Every home network with broadband internet access should be protected by a
Router. An inexpensive router provides you with a hardware firewall, access controls, and a private network
that resides behind the device. The router fields anonymous internet requests instead of your PC. Routers provide additional functionality including the ability to
share internet access and wireless networking. Parental controls and internet activity monitoring tools are available to protect your children from inappropriate content.
Business Networks:
If you have five or more computers, managing security can be a bit more challenging. Managed Anti-Virus & Anti-Spyware solutions such as Symantec Anti-Virus Corporate Edition make it easier to
ensure all your computers have the protection they need. Microsoft Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) allows you to centrally manage Microsoft Updates to keep
all of your computers up-to-date. For a business network, the gateway needs special attention: The appropriate router & firewall should be selected based on the unique needs of
the organization including remote access requirements. A Microsoft Domain, deployed through Windows Server, provides group policy and access control enforcement. A number of
tools are available to control and monitor employee interent access via content filtering and detailed reporting. A disaster plan including backup & recovery is essential.
Minkatec Engineers are security experts and can help you choose and deploy the right tools to protect your interests. We take the mystery out of securing your network. Contact us
to see how we can simplify your security plan.
Good security starts with protecting your computer(s) and private information from a broad range of threats including
Minkatec Engineers are security experts and can help you choose and deploy the right tools to protect your interests. We take the mystery out of securing your network. Contact us
to see how we can simplify your security plan.