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Why is security important?

The value of our information is increasing

In recent years information has become increasingly important to business operations. Arguments have even been made that the "information age" has elevated information to the level of currency. We can see evidence of this in an act as simple as a credit card transaction over the internet. When we buy online, we are able to use information (e.g. our credit card number and expiration date) to make a purchase. As you can see, this information is very valuable as it can be exchanged for goods and services. A situation has developed in which this information must be kept secure and secret because of its value. This concept can be applied far and wide across the spectrum of business communication to illustrate the increasing importance of information and why we need to keep it secure.

Computer security threats are increasing

Statistics show that computer security threats and attacks are rising dramatically. As the use of computers pervades our society, we must create ways to secure our information in much the same way we have secured our material assets in the past. For example, a jeweler would not think of leaving his store unlocked overnight. If he did so, none of the people passing by would know that the door was not locked and so a break-in may be unlikely. However, the jeweler still finds it prudent to "lock up". Sadly, many computer systems today are left "unlocked", leaving them vulnerable for opportunistic attackers to come in and gain access to a businesses' valuable information and resources.

What can be done to minimize security risks?

Newmind understands that computer security is a process not a product. Our technology consultants work with our clients and partners to implement a process of computer security in their organizations. We address key issues with regard to security so that our clients can minimize their risk and maximize the value that they receive from their computer systems. Here are some of the areas of computer security that Newmind addresses with its clients.

• Network Security
  • Firewalls
  • Internet proxy and filter technologies
  • Intrusion detection
  • Penetration testing
  • VPN encryption
  • Wireless network security
  
  
• Workstation Security
  • Virus protection
  • Ad-ware and Spyware scanning and protection
  • E-mail Security
  
  
• Web Security
  • Secure Credit Card Processing
  • SSL encryption
  • Authentication strategies
  • Server Hardening
  
  
• Procedural Security
  • Employee Security Training
  • Password Security Best Practices
  • Anti-Social Engineering Policies

Newmind is committed to enabling our clients and partners to minimize their security risks. You need answers to your security questions. We want to provide you with those answers as well as offer solutions to meet your needs. We address security issues with a comprehensive approach to ensure that your data remains safe yet readily available to those who need it. We hope that you choose to put our skills to work for the benefit of your business.

Contact Newmind today for a free consultation.