Passwords have been a staple of online security for decades, but relying on them alone is no longer enough. Cybersecurity experts now emphasize the importance of adding layers of protection to defend against today’s more advanced threats.
Why your security strategy must go beyond passwords
Cybersecurity experts at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) now warn that passwords are fundamentally vulnerable and should be avoided whenever possible.
Not sure what an IT MSP really does? Here’s a plain-language guide to how they support your office, and why the right one can help make or break your workday.
Key Takeaways:
MSPs help run your IT, so you don’t have to. They handle things like day-to-day tech support, system updates, and device management.
When VMware, a leading virtualization provider, changed hands and its licensing model grew more complex, many IT teams began asking the same question: What are the alternatives? But switching to a new virtualization platform isn’t as simple as choosing different software.
Cybersecurity isn’t what it used to be. With artificial intelligence (AI) entering the battlefield, cybercriminals are automating threats and customizing scams like never before. Discover how AI is transforming cybercrime, and how defenders can prepare for this escalating digital arms race.
Whether you’re at a coffee shop or your home office, your laptop should seamlessly keep pace with your workflow. Here’s an updated look at what makes a laptop remote-work ready in 2025, without drowning you in tech jargon.
Performance
A laptop’s processor (CPU) and memory (RAM) determine how effectively a machine handles tasks.