Will Your Data Be Safe When It Travels To Dallas, Denver And Dayton?

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(NAPSA)—As the economy slowly recovers, small and midsized businesses (SMBs) are expected to loosen some existing Defender, a free feature in someof the more recent versions of Microsoft Windows, helps stop spyware before it infiltrates a However, when employees travel to destinations such as trade shows and conferences, their computer data may travel with them, making it vulnerable to theft and loss. Fortunately, new technology is helping to ensure that when your data leaves theoffice, it doesnt get lost or mugged on the way. To stay safe, consider these six technologies that can help keep your digital files secure, wherever your employees take them: Automatic backup—Hard drives do fail from time to time. Safeguarding against the inevitable ensures that precious time and money won't be spent re-creating lost information after a crash. Some of the most recent operating systems offer the capability to set up a file backup system. Encryption—Protect against data loss or outright theft. One option developed with feedback from SMBs, Microsoft’s latest Storing data in the “cloud”— The buzz phrase “cloud computing” commonly refers to the practice of “renting” software applications over the Internet. While the details may be more complex, SMBs that choose to use a cloud-based solution—suchas a business productivity online suite (BPOS) that combines e-mail, instant messaging and collaboration tools—can purchase a subscription to a set of online applications that streamline communication and come with comprehensive security built in. By storing data in the cloud and not on laptops, SMBs need not be as concerned if a device or machine restraints on travel. operating system, Windows 7 Pro- fessional, has an Encrypting File System (EFS) that provides a powerful encryption technology for files and folders to protect con- computer. New technology helps ensure that when your data leaves the office, it doesn’t get lost or mugged on the way. fidential information such as financial or customerdata. Virtual private networks— Ensure employee access to company files and systems remotely without the threat of security breaches. Well-known providers, including McAfee and Microsoft, regularly update their software with security patches to protect against new hackerthreats. Anti-virus and anti-spyware protection—Block spyware before it infiltrates and slows down employee computers. Windows goes missing. Password protection for login and individual files— These enable employees to secure their entire computer, or implement a more robust security policy by assigning passwords to individualfiles. These technologies can offer you peace of mind and the security you need to effectively grow your business, now and in the future.