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From the ControlAltProtect Team
Threat intel, security tips, compliance guidance, and company updates, written for business leaders rather than security specialists.
The Difference Between Shutdown and Restart
A standard shutdown doesn't always finish your pending updates. A restart does. Here's why that small habit shift is one of the cheapest security wins available.
The Race to Defeat Hackers
A tough day at Daytona for ControlAltProtect-sponsored driver Mason Maggio is a reminder of why business owners need to plan for the things they can't see coming.
Stay Off The Cartooning Bandwagon
Turning your photo into an AI cartoon for social media looks harmless. From a security and privacy standpoint it's anything but. Here's what's actually happening with your data.
The Rise of AI-Powered Threats
Hackers have a new co-pilot, and it's the same one your team is learning to love. Here's how AI is reshaping phishing, automation, and detection evasion.
Is Your Team On Board with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?
MFA is non-negotiable, but adoption depends on rollout. Here are seven practical ways to turn employee skepticism about MFA into buy-in.
WISP Compliance Reminder for CPAs
The IRS has tightened WISP requirements for tax professionals. Here's what a Written Information Security Plan actually requires, and why a template won't cut it.