Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is an IT authentication technique that requires a user to present at least two factors that prove their identity. Why MFA Isn’t Optional Anymore: Protecting Your Business in 2025 As
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is an IT authentication technique that requires a user to present at least two factors that prove their identity. Why MFA Isn’t Optional Anymore: Protecting Your Business in 2025 As
Exclusive Webinar Now AvailableIf your storage systems are creating delays that impact productivity, it's time for an upgrade. This month, Sierra Experts partnered with IBM Technical Specialist Demetrius Bell Jr. to deliver an
What Manufacturing Companies Need to Know About DDoS AttacksAnd How Sierra Experts Protects Your BusinessCyber threats can halt business operations in minutes, and for manufacturing companies, where interconnected systems and IoT devices are
At Sierra Experts, we’re all about keeping things straightforward, like explaining tech so even your five-year-old nephew could get it. Today, we’re diving into data storage, the unsung hero of your digital world.
Making smart storage decisions has never been more critical for your business. As workloads become more complex and data volumes explode, the right enterprise storage strategy can be the difference between operational excellence
Phishing email attacks remain one of the most common cybersecurity threats facing businesses and individuals alike. These deceptive emails attempt to trick recipients into revealing sensitive information or installing malware by masquerading as
In today's digital landscape, ransomware attacks have become a significant threat to businesses worldwide. Between 2018 and 2023, 73% of companies experienced ransomware attacks*, highlighting the urgency for enhanced cybersecurity measures. Read on
The evolving cyber threat landscape poses increasing challenges to organizations of all sizes, with sophisticated attacks exploiting vulnerabilities in digital infrastructure and targeting sensitive data. Common cybersecurity attacks include phishing, ransomware, malware, DOS
Before jumping into the benefits of networking services, let's first talk about what a network is. A network is a group of computers or devices connected to share resources. Once they are linked
Technology is advancing at record rates, and with that comes advancements in cybersecurity threats. These threats can come in the form of phishing attacks, ransomware, malware, and viruses. These threats don't just hit
Cybersecurity threats are continuing to evolve, leaving everyone vulnerable. According to Security Magazine, there are over 2,200 cyberattacks each day. That equates to nearly one cyberattack every 39 seconds. And with worldwide cybercrime
Disaster recovery is a pivotal strategy for companies to swiftly restore access and functionality to their IT infrastructure following a catastrophe. While it aligns with an organization’s broader business continuity plan, disaster recovery
A recent alert from the FBI warns individuals of potential threats while using free public charging stations. Apparently, hijackers have infected public chargers with various malware; malware is a software that can give
Sierra Experts is an IT managed service and support provider headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA. Hera at Sierra, we provide a comprehensive range of cyber security services in remote monitoring and management of computing
Here are five biggest cybersecurity mistakes that can bring serious damage to your business. We curated this list from our experience managing cybersecurity for businesses and professionals. 1. Only focus on breaches that
Electronic data has become one of the most important aspects of any type of work in the digital age; without it, work would stop, and money would disappear. That is why data backup
Official or not, technology lovers celebrate Computer Security Day on November 30th. The day serves as an important reminder to focus on strengthening the security of our electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets,
These ten personal cybersecurity tips are aiming to help our readers become more cyber aware. We developed these security tips from our experience managing cybersecurity for businesses and professionals.1. Keep Your Software Up
If you're involved in the day-to-day operations of running a business, you’ve heard the buzzword, “ransomware.” You may be fully educated on the subject or maybe you’ve just heard the term thrown around,
According to a recent article from Tripwire, 93% of U.S. adults expressed concerns related to summer traveling and vacations. However, only FOUR PERCENT, claimed they had worries about their cybersecurity and/or devices being
If you’ve been paying attention over the past month, you’re probably already aware that Microsoft announced the official end date of extended support for the Windows 7 operating system:January 14th, 2020If not, this
Technology made a huge breakthrough in 1936 when the first computer was invented. However, it wasn’t until years later in 1969 that the first-ever computer-to-computer link was established. This development was what ultimately
Whether you’re in a relationship or 100% single, you’re at risk of being targeted by a scammer this upcoming holiday. In fact, according to ScamWatch.gov, nearly $25 million was lost from “dating and romance”
With less than 2 weeks left in 2018, it’s time to reflect on the year. What was good? What was bad? And what was downright ugly? From company buyouts to losses of some
Microsoft offers various Office 365 plans for businesses and enterprises of all sizes, so you can increase productivity and collaboration within your organization. Whether you’re a small 20-person startup or a large corporation with thousands
According to an article from The Balance, “Manufacturing is an essential component of gross domestic product. In 2016, it was $2.25 trillion. That drove 11.7% of U.S. economic output. Manufactured goods comprise half of U.S. exports.” Not
Whether you’re checking your work email or scrolling through your Twitter timeline, chances are you use the internet for large quantities of your day. Most of us spend our entire work day on
We can’t stress enough how important it is to keep up with updating, enhancing, and monitoring your business’ technologies. We also know that implementing an IT strategy and new tech can sometimes be
Not sure what all the acronyms and complicated lingo that you see in the IT industry means? You're not alone! We put together a list of 25 tech terms and phrases with simple definitions, use-case
Forbes posted an article detailing that cloud computing is projected to increase from $67B in 2015 to $162B in 2020. With an increase in sales and revenue comes an increasing need for qualified
Two-factor isn’t new, and it definitely isn’t going away anytime soon. Two-factor authentication (2FA), also called multi-factor authentication, has seen a rise in adoption as cybercrime also increases. Social media platforms have even
In the age of the cloud, it’s become easy to find software to solve any problem. Further, it’s generally really easy to setup and begin using cloud applications without any help. Making this
There is a lot of advice floating around the internet about picking passwords. A quick search will yield thousands of articles about the dangerous prominence of weak passwords. Most websites have password requirements
By now, everyone knows not to click suspect emails, and use passwords like ‘12345’ right? Actually, ‘12345’ is still the most commonly used password, followed directly by ‘password’. Malware prevention efforts seem to
For those systems administrators who love the familiarity of the Windows Graphical User Interface (GUI), we’re sorry. Folks have been predicting the end of the Windows GUI since 2011, but now it seems
What are you doing to make sure that your network is secure? How do you know that it’s enough? New strains of malware are popping up constantly. The headlines are only getting worse,
Cyber Security is always a treat waiting around the corner, and Sierra wants you to be aware of the risks your business could face. Educating the public about the threats that could be