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25 May 2023 — 6 min read
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25 May 2023 — 6 min read
Maximizing data protection for Microsoft 365: Why MSPs need third-party backup support
Maximizing data protection has become more critical than ever for businesses, and securing common attack vectors like email is essential — which means MSPs need a third-party Microsoft 365 backup solution they can rely on. Here’s everything MSPs need to know about how to use third-party backup services for better client support and security.
24 May 2023 — 2 min read
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24 May 2023 — 2 min read
AV-TEST: Acronis Cyber Protect again earns perfect score in macOS evaluation
AV-TEST, a well-known independent evaluator of antivirus and security solutions, has released the results of this year’s first evaluation of business security products for macOS. Once again, Acronis Cyber Protect demonstrated why it’s a leading macOS security solution with a perfect score.
22 May 2023 — 2 min read
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22 May 2023 — 2 min read
Supercharge your MSP business with M365 protection: Join our exclusive webinar
As one of the world’s most popular productivity suites, Microsoft 365 is a prime target for cybercriminals — and its baked-in security features are often not sufficient to protect business-critical data. Learn how you can differentiate your MSP business with M365-specific protection services.
15 May 2023 — 6 min read
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15 May 2023 — 6 min read
Essential components for robust ransomware protection in the modern age
SMBs are facing new, more sophisticated attacks on business continuity and critical data as ransomware continues to surge. No one can hire enough quality cybersecurity and IT operations talent and the adversarial ChatGPT is here, enabling cybercriminals to write perfect phishing emails. But managed service providers can help by developing anti-ransomware services using an MSP-optimized cyber protection platform.
15 May 2023 — 4 min read
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15 May 2023 — 4 min read
Can your SMB clients afford ransomware protection?
There was a time when SMBs were not a priority target for cybercriminals. But today, with cybercriminals using AI, ML and automation, the move to remote work and the growth of endpoints, cybercriminals are targeting SMBs either directly or through supply-chain attacks. Sadly, SMBs have neither the budget nor staff to handle cybersecurity inhouse. But MSPs can help by offering SMBs data protection services that are affordable.
12 May 2023 — 2 min read
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12 May 2023 — 2 min read
Protect your Microsoft and Google data against ransomware and other modern cyberthreats: A must-see webinar
Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace are some of the world’s most popular productivity suites — which makes them prime targets for cybercriminals. And despite being major players in the tech industry, neither company offers sufficient security for business-critical data. If you’re fully relying on their protection, you’re one cyberattack away from disaster.
11 May 2023 — 5 min read
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11 May 2023 — 5 min read
How to protect your business’s Microsoft 365 data
As small to midmarket businesses increasingly rely on Microsoft 365 to digitize their operations, the responsibility of protecting that data falls on their IT operations (ITOps) professionals. These employees must take action to protect their business against cyberthreats or any incidents leading to data loss. One best practice in this regard is the use of dedicated M365 third-party backup tools.
11 May 2023 — 7 min read
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11 May 2023 — 7 min read
Third-party backup services are critical for Microsoft 365
In the event of a ransomware attack, Microsoft can bulk-restore your mailbox going back two weeks, but you will lose all work in the interim and cannot restore individual resources lost due to accidental deletion. It is therefore essential that businesses consider implementing a third-party M365 backup tool to provide additional data protection layers and to back up data to secure off-site locations.
10 May 2023 — 3 min read
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10 May 2023 — 3 min read
Best practices for verifying and validating your backups
Many IT teams and companies think they’re successfully backing up their data and applications, only to have unpleasant surprises in the case of a malware attack, outage or other event. To overcome these challenges, you need to make sure you’re verifying that your backups are working exactly how you think they should.
08 May 2023 — 3 min read
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08 May 2023 — 3 min read
Three exceptional Acronis women recognized on CRN’s 2023 Women of the Channel list
Every year, the CRN Women of the Channel list recognizes extraordinary women making strides in their industries through thought leadership, strategic vision and channel advocacy that directly impacts the growth of the channel. Acronis is honored to have three women chosen for this award, and want to applaud them for helping Acronis achieve the strong relationships with our partners we proudly hold.
05 May 2023 — 3 min read
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05 May 2023 — 3 min read
AVLab: Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office scores best remediation time, 100% detection rate in independent evaluation
AVLab, an AMTSO member and independent testing laboratory based in Poland, evaluated Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office in their March 2023 test series. We’re pleased to announce that our solution landed in the top three tested products with regards to the "pre-launch score" — measuring malware detection rates before execution — and took the top spot in remediation speed with a time of only four seconds.
03 May 2023 — 7 min read
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03 May 2023 — 7 min read
What is endpoint detection and response (EDR)?
Learn about the importance of endpoint detection and response (EDR) in modern cybersecurity. Discover how EDR tools work, what they can do for your business, and why they are essential for protecting against cyberattacks. Read on to find out everything you need to know about EDR.
03 May 2023 — 7 min read
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03 May 2023 — 7 min read
EDR vs MDR vs XDR: Everything you need to know
Get clarity on EDR, MDR, and XDR and find out which one is the best fit for your business. Our comprehensive guide breaks down the pros and cons of each solution and provides expert insights to help you make an informed decision. Don't miss out on this essential read for every business owner and IT professional.