AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) encryption is the current cryptographic standard used and promoted by the US government for securing sensitive data. It is used widely in cybersecurity, protecting IT infrastructures, and securing communications. This guide explains what AES encryption is, how it works, and where it is used. It also explains its importance in cybersecurity and in securing valuable data.

RMM vs MDM software, which one is the best for you? Flexible working arrangements have become the norm for organizations. While this has significantly improved business productivity, IT departments and managed service providers (MSPs) must now keep track of a variety of endpoint devices, including mobile devices. In fact, mobile devices are rapidly becoming integral to business operations.

Recently I've been working with an MSP on a couple of their use cases. One of the services they're designing for their customers is that of cost optimization on their IT infrastructure. On top of the in-house services and tools they had, they needed a tool to help them identify and quantify this underutilization. This is something SquaredUp is very well suited to do – and so we got to work!

How are your sales negotiation skills? Do you have a structured negotiation process in place that your MSP follows religiously to help you successfully close more deals? For any sales executive, I don’t think I’m out of line to say that sales negotiations can be a nerve-wrecking experience, as there are so many emotions at play and different paths of execution that can be used. But the end goal is always the same: Get that contract signed as soon as you can.

Managed service providers (MSPs) are currently facing a critical challenge: efficiently managing and monitoring a diverse array of endpoints for multiple clients. At the core of effective network management is the seamless tracking of customer endpoints. The availability of device templates at the administrative level within Site24x7 is an advantage for many MSPs.

Imagine trying to navigate a new city without a map—you wouldn’t know where to go, how to get there, or what obstacles might be in your way. As a network administrator, understanding network topology is just as vital for navigating and maintaining a stable network. Without a detailed knowledge of the pathways of your network infrastructure, troubleshooting and network management become unnecessarily complex.

TLS (transport layer security) is the secure communication protocol used by much of the internet. Everything from the encrypted connection your web browser uses to connect to websites, to the secure connections used by your banking apps, TLS is the industry standard, and the reason you’re able to confidently transfer sensitive information online.

PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) is software that encrypts data. It’s widely used, and has become the standard for email and file encryption, making it an important component of cybersecurity. This article explains what PGP Encryption is in detail, its purpose, and its real-world applications, as well as how and when you should use it.

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