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CMMC

CMMC

CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) is like a cyber-security karate belt system for government contractors. Just like how you need a certain belt color to show...

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Data Retention

Data Retention

Think of data retention as your company’s digital vault where all of your data, email, and other digital assets are stored and protected. Retention will archive all of your...

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DKIM

DKIM

DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail). Imagine sending a message in a bottle across the sea, but you want to make sure the person who receives it knows it's really from you and...

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DMARC

DMARC

DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting and Conformance) is like a digital bouncer making sure only legit emails from your business get into your customers' or...

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Phishing

Phishing

Phishing attacks are like the digital version of a bait and switch - instead of getting a yummy fish, you get a nasty virus. It's like a sneaky scammer who sends you an email or...

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SaaS (Software as a Service)

SaaS (Software as a Service)

SaaS (Software as a Service) is like having a genie who grants your software wishes without all the messy lamp-rubbing. Instead of buying and installing software on your...

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Spear Phishing

Spear Phishing

Spear Phishing attacks are like a digital game of darts, but instead of aiming for a bullseye, the attacker is aiming for your personal information. It's like a sneaky...

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SPF

SPF

SPF (Sender Policy Framework). Have you ever received a sketchy-looking email that you just knew wasn't from your boss, but from a sneaky cyber-criminal trying to steal your...

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SSO (Single Sign On)

SSO (Single Sign On)

SSO (Single Sign-On) is like having a VIP pass to a bunch of different parties. Instead of having to remember a different password for every party you want to attend, SSO lets...

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Windows Autopilot

Windows Autopilot

Picture this: you just got a brand-new computer, but instead of having to set it up like a puzzle with a million pieces, Windows Autopilot is like having a personal IT genie who...

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