FTC Small Business Online Resources by Carolyn Schrader Small businesses have an online resource center, provided by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that focuses on cybersecurity tips and advice. The FTC has two primary focuses 1) protect consumers and 2) promote competition. Strong cybersecurity measures adhered to by small businesses can help do both. The FTC collaborated with the U. S. Department of Commerce National Institute of Standards (NIST), U. S. Small Busin

Tips Small Businesses on Printer Security By Carolyn Schrader A new printer comes with so many fabulous features. It is like a mini-computer into itself. And there lies a problem. Like a mini-computer or Internet of Things device, it can be hacked. And hackers are finding printers an attractive option for penetrating computer networks. In one study of over 200 companies, more than half had a data breach linked to a printer security gap. Some security experts believe that prin