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Why Traditional Firewalls Can’t Keep Up with Modern Threats

The online security threat landscape has changed exponentially over the years. Not only are data breaches an everyday occurrence now, breaches can take months to identify. And if that isn’t scary enough for you, consider that the average cost of a serious data breach costs businesses roughly $4 million.

The Difference Between Managed Services and Break/Fix

When it comes to IT support, there are two main schools of thought. You wait for things to break, and then subsequently fix them – a service model known as “break/fix”. With managed services, you employ the services of a managed service provider who watches over your IT infrastructure for you. They actively maintain and […]

The “WannaCrypt” Global Cyberattack

On Tuesday, May 12th, we were introduced to unprecedented global cyberattacks known as “WannaCrypt” or “WannaCry”. This prolific ransomware attacked and infected tens of thousands of Windows-based servers and workstations, critically impacting financial firms, transportation infrastructure, and even the British National Health Service. Protection under RWA’s Managed Service Contract Our clients receive regular security updates […]

New Features in Windows 10 Creators Update

The latest major upgrade for Windows 10 is now available for installation. Aside from the usual performance and ease-of-use improvements, there’s a collection of new features targeted at tablet and pen users, as well as three everyday enhancements we’d like to highlight. Pictured: Microsoft Wallet improvements Night Light At the end of the day, your […]

Insecure Security Cameras

Software development is an iterative process. Dozens or even hundreds of times a day, a developer will re-compile their code, upload it to a test device, test, and iterate through this process in order to add features and remove bugs from the software.  They’ll usually have a preset development password and automated processes that allow […]