Security systems are improving every day. Tools that were used a couple years ago can be obsolete now, but new processes come along that help us stay safe in the current landscape. One of these new tools that everyone who wants a secure IT system should be using is two-factor authentication (2FA).
What is 2FA?
Two factor authentication is a process that adds a secondary login whenever you want to access something important.

Most tech support scams start with a fake pop-up ad on your computer, or a phone call from a “technician” telling you there’s a problem. If you aren't careful, you could end up getting ripped off—and find your computer infected with malware. To stay safe, Las Vegas managed IT service providers recommend knowing the warning signs.

Las Vegas is the number-one worst city in America for ransomware attacks, according to a report by Malwarebytes. The FBI urges victims of ransomware attacks to report all infections, large or small. But if your business has been targeted, you might not be legally required to make a report.

Managed application services comprised a $2 billion market in 2017, and that is set to grow to $5.5 billion within the next four years, according to Fox 5 Las Vegas. Just as managed IT services can free up your internal IT resources to focus on mission-critical initiatives, a Managed Application Service Provider (MASP) can reduce the operating costs of your business.

Lost, stolen or unsecured devices are involved in 18% of data breaches, according to a recent eWeek survey. But financial services companies face an even bigger threat to the security of confidential data: employees using consumer software in the workplace.

Although most managed IT support providers offer remote support, they don't all provide the same levels of service. When choosing managed IT services in Las Vegas, here are the key differentiators to help you find the best remote support service.

1. “Hands-free” support.