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[ Categories ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories "Categories") [ Tags ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags "Tags") [ Categories: All Categories ](https://www.datalyst.net/javascript:void(0); "Categories") Search...Suggested keywords [ x ](https://www.datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ![Newsletter](https://www.datalyst.net/media/com_easyblog/images/avatars/category.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content) ## [Newsletter](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ](https://www.datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ](https://www.datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content?format=feed&type=rss) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Get More Out of Your Business’ Technology](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/get-more-out-of-your-business-technology) Saturday, 29 June 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![Get More Out of Your Business’ Technology](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/July_2024_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_LEAD_MoreTech_690282736_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/get-more-out-of-your-business-technology "Get More Out of Your Business’ Technology") Every business is looking to technology to enhance their ability to support their operations and provide a better customer experience. Maximizing the value you get from your technology involves a combination of optimizing usage, staying updated, and using the tools and resources you’ve chosen efficiently. Here are some strategies: Tags: [Best Practices](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Technology](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Business](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/business) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/get-more-out-of-your-business-technology#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/get-more-out-of-your-business-technology) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [What Do Firewalls Really Do?](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/what-do-firewalls-really-do) Thursday, 23 May 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![What Do Firewalls Really Do?](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/June_2024_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_Firewall_162356706_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/what-do-firewalls-really-do "What Do Firewalls Really Do?") Firewalls are a mainstay of network security. At its core, the firewall acts as a barrier between a trusted internal network and untrusted external networks, such as the Internet. Its primary function is to monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. Think of the firewall as a gatekeeper scrutinizing every packet of data that attempts to pass through. Let’s take a look at the different types of firewalls and some of their key functions. Tags: [Data](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Technology](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Network Security](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/network-security) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/what-do-firewalls-really-do#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/what-do-firewalls-really-do) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [What Does Great IT Support Look Like?](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/what-does-great-it-support-look-like) Saturday, 25 May 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![What Does Great IT Support Look Like?](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/June_2024_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_ITSupport_176084957_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/what-does-great-it-support-look-like "What Does Great IT Support Look Like?") Technology is a major pain point for just about all businesses, whether you’re a small mom-and-pop store or a medium-sized (and quickly growing) name in your community. You’ll always have the technology to upkeep, from computers and servers to software solutions or point-of-sale registers. This month, we want to discuss how managed IT solutions can help you maximize your resources by offering a simple, easy, and cost-effective alternative to hiring multiple in-house technicians. Tags: [Best Practices](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [IT Services](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-services) [IT Support](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-support-1) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/what-does-great-it-support-look-like#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/what-does-great-it-support-look-like) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [You Don’t Have a Business Continuity Plan without Backup](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/you-don-t-have-a-business-continuity-plan-without-backup) Tuesday, 28 May 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![You Don’t Have a Business Continuity Plan without Backup](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/June_2024_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_BackupBC_194303658_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/you-don-t-have-a-business-continuity-plan-without-backup "You Don’t Have a Business Continuity Plan without Backup") Every organization faces operational challenges at some point. Numerous factors can lead to downtime, making a comprehensive data backup plan essential. This month's newsletter dives into the concept of business continuity and underscores the pivotal role of data backup within it. Tags: [Backup](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/backup) [Disaster Recovery](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/disaster-recovery) [Workplace Strategy](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/workplace-strategy) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/you-don-t-have-a-business-continuity-plan-without-backup#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/you-don-t-have-a-business-continuity-plan-without-backup) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [How You Can Protect Yourself from the Aftershocks of Microsoft’s Security Issues](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/how-you-can-protect-yourself-from-the-aftershocks-of-microsoft-s-security-issues) Thursday, 30 May 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![How You Can Protect Yourself from the Aftershocks of Microsoft’s Security Issues](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/June_2024_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_LEAD_SecurityIssues_279800484_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/how-you-can-protect-yourself-from-the-aftershocks-of-microsoft-s-security-issues "How You Can Protect Yourself from the Aftershocks of Microsoft’s Security Issues") Microsoft's cybersecurity vulnerabilities have been making headlines recently. These lapses in security are causing concern for customers worldwide. The impact of these vulnerabilities is far-reaching. It affects network security and increases the risk of data breaches, causing somewhat of a ripple effect. 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