There are four basic steps you can take to help protect your network:
- Use a firewall to control access to your network, block intruders from finding the data on your private network, and control what your employees can access outside of your network.
- Use strong passwords which have at least eight characters; use a combination of lower and upper case letters, numbers and symbols; and are changed at least every 90 days.
- Turn on wireless security features that are not automatically enabled by manufacturers (because it makes the network easier to set up).
- Close unnecessary network ports by using a combination of dedicated firewalls, host-based firewalls or Internet Protocol Security filters.
If you require assistance with any of the above, contact me at mrivers@kootenayit.com.
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