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December 10, 2025
By neteffect technologies
Cyber Security

How AI Is Revolutionizing Cybersecurity: Strengthening Data Execution Control (DEC)

Summary of Keypoints: Cybersecurity threats are becoming more advanced, more automated, and harder to detect. Attackers today frequently target system memory, exploit vulnerabilities, and use sophisticated methods to bypass traditional defenses. While foundational protections like Data Execution Control (DEC) remain essential, artificial intelligence (AI) is dramatically changing what effective cybersecurity looks like. AI is enabling […]

September 18, 2025
By neteffect technologies
Cyber Security

Top 5 Cybersecurity Mistakes Charlotte Small Businesses Make in 2025

Summary of Keypoints: Charlotte’s small business community is thriving, from innovative tech startups in South End to established manufacturing companies throughout the region. However, this growth comes with an unwelcome companion: increased cybersecurity threats. 46% of all cyber breaches impact businesses with fewer than 1,000 employees, making small and medium-sized businesses prime targets for cybercriminals. […]

Your Best Defense Against Phishing Attacks

Summary of Keypoints: Your employees receive hundreds of emails daily, and it only takes one successful phishing attack to compromise your entire organization. While technology provides essential protection, your people remain both your greatest vulnerability and your most powerful defense against cybercriminals. The Real Cost of a Single Click Imagine this scenario: Your finance manager […]

Preparing for Cyber Security Audits: 3 Things to Know Today

Organizations face increasing threats and strict regulatory requirements in today’s digital landscape. A thorough cyber security audit helps uncover potential weaknesses and associated risks to ensure your organization meets all necessary protocols. So what do you need to know when preparing for cyber security audits? There are three crucial things to know before getting a […]

January 16, 2023
By neteffect technologies
Best Practices, Cyber Security, Network Security

What is Cybersecurity Compliance and Why Is It Important?

No matter what industry your business is in, chances are you are required to meet certain cybersecurity regulations. Cybersecurity compliance means abiding by a set of rules that an organization or institution has developed to protect digital information. Cybersecurity compliance can determine where and how data is stored, accessed, and transferred to enhance security and […]

5 Types of Firewalls Explained

Firewalls are a critical security measure for internal networks. These “gatekeepers” help stop hackers and malicious attacks from entering the network while allowing only approved or legitimate traffic in. As the primary defense against attacks, firewalls help safeguard internal networks from the rest of the internet. A firewall can be hardware- or software-based, and different […]

June 13, 2022
By neteffect technologies
Best Practices, Cyber Security, Network Security

5 Easy Cybersecurity Solutions for Small Businesses

Small businesses are often targeted in cyberattacks because they typically don’t have as many resources as large businesses to safeguard their data. However, cybersecurity is just as important for small companies as it is for large enterprises. Fortunately, you don’t have to spend a fortune to implement effective cybersecurity solutions for your business. Many changes […]

May 10, 2022
By neteffect technologies
Best Practices, Cyber Security, Network Security

Let’s Take a Look at 5 Common Security Risks for Businesses

Cybersecurity has become more relevant than ever for businesses of all sizes. Since a single cyberattack can cost tens of thousands—if not hundreds of thousands—of dollars in damages, they have the potential to bankrupt small or medium-sized businesses. Understanding the most common risks companies face when it comes to cybersecurity is essential for controlling and […]

5 Simple Ways to Protect Your Business From Cyberattacks

Cyberattacks are becoming increasingly common, and small and medium-sized businesses tend to be more at risk. In fact, over 40% of small businesses experienced a cyberattack in 2020. As a smaller company, you may not have robust data security measures in place or not have as many resources as a larger company to protect your […]

October 16, 2019
By neteffect technologies
Best Practices, Cyber Security, Food for thought, Managed IT Services, Managed Service Providers

Not All IT Firms Are Equal

When searching for an IT company to help develop your business, you become inundated with options. It might feel impossible to decide which one to choose, especially if you don’t know what to look for. With 66 percent of small businesses relying on mobile devices to manage operations and the same percentage knowing they would […]