Cybercrime is on the rise
Did you know that, on average, hackers infiltrate a company somewhere in the world every 39 seconds? It is therefore essential to properly protect your IT infrastructure.
No matter the size of your business, the investment required to install and configure a firewall will always be less expensive than suffering a cyberattack and dealing with its potential consequences.
But what exactly is a firewall, and how does it work?
Think of the firewall as the fortified entrance to your castleโyour computer system. Anyone who wants to enter or leave must pass through the drawbridge and past the guards. Itโs the same for your digital data. The firewall is there to analyze the flow of data traveling from the internet to your corporate network and vice versa.
As soon as the firewall detects suspicious packets, it denies them access to your corporate network.
HelpIT can install, configure, and maintain your firewall to ensure the security of your IT system.
What kinds of attacks does my firewall protect me against?
Depending on the security level you chooseโand especially on the importance of the data you need to protectโHelpIT can configure your firewall to block all kinds of attacks, such as:
- Back Door: Operating systems (Windows) and your software (business or otherwise) all have security vulnerabilities or bugs that are generally fixed through updates, but until the update or patch is available, the risk remains. With a firewall, you can significantly reduce this risk.
- Misuse of a Remote Connection: Many companies rely on remote work by giving employees access to their computers or company data via a remote connection. With a firewall, HelpIT can set up a secure VPN between the company and your employeeโs remote work location; this ensures that data transmitted between the company and the employee is completely secure.
- Fraudulent Emails: Whether itโs phishing, spamming, or junk mail, these emails that target the inboxes of one or more employees are, in most cases, merely a nuisance, but in some cases, they may contain viruses or Trojan horses that could infect the computer system.
I already have antivirus software on my computersโwhy should I install a firewall?
The firewall, on the other hand, acts as the gatekeeper for your computer network. No data will leave or enter without its approval!
What equipment should I choose?
We recommend installing Zyxel firewallsโ30 years of expertise, 700,000 businesses, reliable hardware, and top-notch warranty and customer service!
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