used with permission from FTC.gov by Lesley Fair Engage, connect, protect was the theme of a series of Small Business Security Roundtables the FTC sponsored last summer. We listened to businesses talk about the challenges they face in securing sensitive information and fending off cyber threats. We also heard that they want concrete advice from

used with permission from SBA.gov by Anita Campbell Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more — social media can be pretty overwhelming at times. But hold on! Success in social media may not be nearly as complicated as you think. In fact, here’s a simple formula any small business owner or entrepreneur can follow to become a

used with permission from HP Tech@Work Is my password still enough, or do I need more? Without question, security is critical these days. Whether it’s device, online, or mobile security, the need for protection is obvious, and the risk can’t be ignored. For years, that protection has centered on a login… and a password. But

used with permission from Norton by Symantec Virtual private networks, or VPNs, allow people to use public Wi-Fi hotspots safely by encoding, or encrypting, the data sent or received during the user’s online session. This shields users’ privacy and anonymity by protecting their personal information. Many VPN providers also safeguard their customers’ anonymity by offering

In our increasingly Internet-connected world, all businesses now need to ensure their sensitive data and networks are secure. Human error is the biggest weakness that cyber attacks exploit, which means every person in the workplace has a role to play in security. Here are some tips for safe habits that any employee can start practicing