We are thrilled to announce that PC Matic has been named a winner in two distinct categories at the 14th Annual Global InfoSec Awards, hosted by Cyber Defense Magazine (CDM) during the RSAC Conference 2026. This year, PC Matic was recognized for excellence in: Redefining Cybersecurity Standards The Global InfoSec Awards are among the most […]
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If you use a torrent client, you probably already know that a Virtual Private Network (VPN) is essential for protecting your privacy. A VPN hides your real IP address and encrypts your internet traffic, keeping your online activity secure from prying eyes. But what happens if your VPN connection drops unexpectedly? Even a momentary blip
What is VPN Interface Binding? A Simple Guide for Secure Torrenting Read More »
Do you use the popular “Save image as Type” Google Chrome extension? If so, we have an important scam alert. More than one million users found that Google has disabled this extension in their browser due to it containing malware. The extension has also been completely removed from the Chrome Web Store. What was “Save
Scam Alert: Is your “Safe” Chrome Extension Stealing from You? Read More »
A recent TIME article highlighted a sobering reality: cybersecurity threats are growing at an overwhelming pace, fueled by advanced AI and a corporate culture that often prioritizes employee convenience over security. With the average cost of a data breach now reaching $4.44 million, businesses can no longer afford to treat security as a “check-the-box” compliance
Why Your Business Needs a “Default Deny” Strategy in the AI Era Read More »
As an MSP, you know the “Public Sector” dance all too well: tight budgets, ancient legacy systems, and a threat landscape that targets 911 dispatch centers and water utilities with the same ferocity as a Fortune 500 company. For years, we’ve relied on reactive tools (AV and EDR) to catch the “bad guys.” But if
Why Application Allowlisting is the “Secret Sauce” for Scaling Your Public Sector MSP Read More »
If you’ve looked into “Zero Trust” lately, you’ve probably walked away feeling a bit overwhelmed. Most of the advice out there is written for massive federal agencies or Fortune 500 companies with unlimited budgets and armies of security analysts. For the rest of us—the schools, local governments, and small businesses—the message is usually: “Wait until
Zero Trust Isn’t Just for the Tech Giants: A Practical Guide for Smaller Orgs Read More »
As we move through 2026, the stakes for cybersecurity have never been higher. According to recent data shared by Whittlesey via the CBIA, the average cost of a data breach now exceeds $4 million, with even small organizations facing hits upwards of $100,000. Because of this, insurers have moved from being “passive observers” to “active
Beyond Antivirus: Why Allowlisting is the Key to Better Insurance Coverage Read More »
You need to download a piece of software, check your bank balance, or track a package. You type what you need into Google, hit enter, and click the very first link that pops up. It’s a reflex. We are trained to trust that the top result is the right result. But if that top link
Why You Should Stop Clicking on “Sponsored” Google Results Read More »
When we think about keeping our kids safe online, we usually focus on screen time limits, blocking inappropriate content, and preventing cyberbullying. But there is a silent, financially devastating threat that often slips right under the radar: child identity theft. It is a common misconception that identity thieves only target adults with high credit limits
Why Cybercriminals Are Targeting Your Child’s Social Security Number Read More »
Tax season is stressful enough on its own. Between tracking down W-2s, crunching the numbers, and hoping for a decent refund, it is completely valid to feel overwhelmed. Unfortunately, while you are busy gathering your financial documents, cybercriminals are busy plotting how to steal them. The reality is that tax season is essentially the Super
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