How Secure is Your E-Media Disposal Process? It would be wonderful if you could delete or erase all of the sensitive data that resides on old company computers and ensure it was gone for good. But you can’t. In fact, not only does that sensitive data stay on your computer, but it’s easier to recover than you would think. MIT, for example, was able to recover 92.4%, almost all, of the sensitive information contained on disposed of hard drives; including …
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Understanding your risks is your first step to better identity security for you and your customers. Your small business is unique. You might think that, due to the smaller size of your business, it isn’t exposed to the same security risks as a Fortune 500 company. Unfortunately, a smaller company doesn’t equate to a smaller risk. In 2010, Symantec performed a business security survey on small businesses with fewer than 100 employees. It found that 75% of small business owners …
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It’s an established security practice that shredding documents is the best way to destroy confidential paperwork and materials. But did you know that how you shred your documents is equally important? While you may think the paper shredder you bought from the local office supply store is keeping you secure, it might not be cutting it…literally. Here are some key points to consider when evaluating shredding equipment: •Type of cut. Home office shredders typically shred documents in vertical strips. This …
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We’ve heard common questions and concerns regarding document shredding, and whether or not it’s a necessity for businesses today. We’ve summarized our responses to those common questions below to debunk those myths. Four common document shredding myths: 1.No one looks through my trash so why would I shred? You might be surprised to learn that combing through trash or dumpster diving is a routine activity for many thieves, and it is considered so profitable, it’s been a tactic for some …
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