Entries by Hunter Smith

Protecting Your Business: How to Recognize and Report Phishing Attacks

Phishing attacks remain a significant cyber threat for businesses. As scammers evolve, it’s essential for companies to know how to recognize and report phishing attempts. Excel Office Services is here to help you secure sensitive data and maintain safe operations. 1. Recognizing Phishing Attacks Phishing emails often impersonate legitimate organizations to trick users into revealing […]

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How Managed IT Services Can Help Small Businesses Avoid Cybersecurity Threats

Cybersecurity threats are a major concern for businesses today, and small businesses are particularly vulnerable. Many small business owners believe they aren’t big enough to be targets, but this assumption can lead to serious security issues. Cybercriminals know that small businesses often have fewer resources to invest in cybersecurity, making them easy prey. So, how […]

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Managed IT and Print Services for Data Security and Compliance: Essential for Law Firms

In today’s digital world, law firms handle an immense amount of sensitive information, from client contracts to confidential case files. Ensuring this data is secure and compliant with regulatory standards isn’t just a good practice—it’s a legal obligation. Managed IT and print services offer the solutions law firms need to protect their most valuable assets. […]

What Are Managed Services and Why Your Business Needs Them

In dynamic business hubs like Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Venice, and the South Bay, maintaining a competitive edge requires efficient and reliable technology. However, managing IT infrastructure in-house can be both costly and time-consuming. This is where Managed Services come into play. But what exactly are Managed Services, and why should your business consider them? […]

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Lessons from the Los Angeles County Superior Court Ransomware Attack

In the increasingly digital landscape of modern business, cybersecurity has emerged as a paramount concern for all sectors. However, recent events have underscored its critical importance for the legal sector, particularly for law firms. One such event is the recent ransomware attack on the Los Angeles County Superior Court, the largest trial court in the […]

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The Importance of Managed IT for Business Vulnerability: Spotlight on CrowdStrike’s Recent Outage

In our interconnected world, businesses heavily rely on technology for operations, data management, and communication. This dependency, while advantageous, also makes them vulnerable to various IT threats like cybersecurity attacks, system failures, and data breaches, leading to significant operational downtime and financial loss. A recent example of this vulnerability is the global IT outage on […]

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Are You Prepared for the Next Cyberattack?

Cybersecurity threats are becoming more prevalent and sophisticated. With a cyberattack occurring every 39 seconds, it’s crucial for businesses to stay ahead of potential threats. Local businesses turn to Excel Office Services for proactive protection and peace of mind. The Growing Threat: According to Exploding Topics, there are approximately 2,000 cyberattacks each day. This staggering […]

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The Future of Remote Work and IT Support

Remote work is now a staple in the business world. As more companies embrace flexible working, the demand for robust IT support has never been greater. Excel Office Services (EOS) is here to help businesses thrive in this new landscape with top-notch IT solutions. The Rise of Remote Work Remote work skyrocketed due to the […]

What is Pen Testing and Why Your Business Needs It

In today’s digital age, regular assessment of your network is essential to gauge your cybersecurity effectiveness. Network penetration testing (pen testing) involves experts attempting to hack into your network to identify potential vulnerabilities that malicious actors could exploit. Pen testing simulates real-world cyberattacks to assess your security measures and prioritize vulnerabilities by risk level. It […]

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10 Password Best Practices

With the business world heavily reliant on digitalization in this day and age, the use of technology in your organization is unavoidable. Although technology can undeniably give your business an advantage in increasingly competitive markets, there are many troublesome areas to keep an eye on. This is why interest in cybersecurity has risen in recent […]