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MSSP vs MSP: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters for Your Business?
Many business owners assume all IT providers are the same. They’re not. Understanding the difference between an MSP (Managed Service Provider) and an MSSP (Managed Security Service Provider) can determine whether your company stays productive — or becomes the next ransomware headline. If you're a small or mid-sized business in West Virginia, this difference matters more than ever. What Is an MSP? An MSP (Managed Service Provider) focuses on managing and maintaining your IT
Tom Tardy
14 hours ago3 min read


Why Asking ChatGPT to “Create an Image of Everything It Knows About You” Is a Dangerous Trend
Artificial intelligence has reached a point where it feels personal. Tools like ChatGPT can write in your voice, summarize conversations, generate images, and even reflect back insights that feel tailored to you. That sense of personalization has sparked a new trend: “Ask ChatGPT to create an image or profile of everything it knows about you.” At first glance, it seems harmless — even entertaining. But from a security, privacy, and risk perspective , this trend is deeply pro
Tom Tardy
Feb 34 min read


Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) & Identity Security: Securing the New Business Perimeter
Passwords alone are no longer enough. As businesses move to cloud platforms, remote work, and SaaS applications, identity has become the new security perimeter . Attackers no longer need to break in—they just log in. This makes Identity Security and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) critical controls for protecting modern organizations. What Is Identity Security? Identity Security is the practice of protecting user identities and access to systems, data, and applications.
Tom Tardy
Jan 303 min read
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