The month of April is infamous for computer related attacks, data breaches and malware distribution.  April 1st (April fool's day) in particular has a history as being a time when cybercriminals' release viruses as jokes to spread chaos.  While April 1st has passed it is important to remember that malware attacks are not limited to a single day and a vulnerable system is vulnerable all year long.

Computer viruses and malware may seem like a relatively modern concern but malicious software has existed since the early days of computer hardware.  In recent years the media has played a large role in public awareness of malware with more frequent reports on the latest cyber threats.  An even greater element to the increased awareness is that computers now permeate every aspect of modern life.  With the increased awareness we offer a glimpse at some historical malware that set the framework for the threats of today.

Social media and social network website can be a great tool to promote your services or exchange contact information but there is a dark side to their services.  The growth in popularity of social media websites such as Facebook and MySpace has opened up new areas of revenue for marketers but has also opened the doors for malware distribution.   IT administrators now have to face the very real threat that social media websites can put their businesses at risk.

Security and preparation for data loss caused from security breaches is one of the most important concerns of modern businesses.   Over half of the average small and medium business (SMb) IT departments' time is spent with menial backup and routine administrative tasks.  Through the utilization of a virtualization solution your business can reduce the time it takes to complete everyday tasks, backup critical data and boost overall network security.