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September 10, 2026 — 9 min read
Acronis denial-of-wallet protection: Managing runaway AI usage before costs spike
September 10, 2026 — 9 min read
Acronis denial-of-wallet protection: Managing runaway AI usage before costs spike
Learn how denial-of-wallet attacks exploit GenAI usage to drive up costs through excessive AI consumption, and why MSPs must monitor and control AI spending. Your AI may be working exactly as intended, while quietly driving up costs.
September 27, 2023 — 14 min read
Data Rescue Software for Mac, PC, and Linux
September 27, 2023 — 14 min read
Data Rescue Software for Mac, PC, and Linux
According to the independent IT-security watchdog group AVTest, more than 390,000 new malware threats are reported every single day.
September 05, 2023 — 20 min read
How to Backup Your Computer?
September 05, 2023 — 20 min read
How to Backup Your Computer?
Simply put, it's your insurance policy if your data is ever lost or damaged due to hardware or software failure, malware or ransomware, natural disaster or user error – or any other scenario you can conjure.
August 28, 2023 — 19 min read
How to Transfer Data from Android to iPhone - Step By Step Guide
August 28, 2023 — 19 min read
How to Transfer Data from Android to iPhone - Step By Step Guide
Out of all the data on your smartphone, your contact list or phonebook is probably the most important.
August 07, 2023 — 11 min read
Exploit Prevention for Businesses: The Ultimate Guide
August 07, 2023 — 11 min read
Exploit Prevention for Businesses: The Ultimate Guide
Secure your business from cyber threats with our comprehensive guide. Discover essential strategies and best practices to safeguard your organization against malicious exploits. Stay ahead of cybercriminals and protect your valuable data with expert insights and practical tips. Boost your security defenses and ensure peace of mind for your business today
July 28, 2023 — 11 min read
The importance of data replication: Securing Your Data Against Loss and Corruption
July 28, 2023 — 11 min read
The importance of data replication: Securing Your Data Against Loss and Corruption
Secure your data with replication tools: protect your data against loss using the best methods and data replication tools. Expert tips for #DataReplication
July 17, 2023 — 13 min read
What is a business continuity plan?
July 17, 2023 — 13 min read
What is a business continuity plan?
A Business Continuity Plan (BCP) is an executive-sponsored, executive-approved document that provides a roadmap for how an organization will restart operations in the event of an unforeseen natural or human-made disaster, such as a hurricane, a fire, or a data breach.
July 17, 2023 — 17 min read
The Best Hard Drive Recovery Software for Windows and Mac
July 17, 2023 — 17 min read
The Best Hard Drive Recovery Software for Windows and Mac
What is hard drive recovery software and how it works? learn how to recover accidentally deleted files after you have already emptied the recycle bin.
July 06, 2023 — 14 min read
Exploring computer system imaging — A comprehensive guide
July 06, 2023 — 14 min read
Exploring computer system imaging — A comprehensive guide
Learn about what is computer system imaging, what kinds of computer imaging there are, and what they are best used for. Explore the pros and cons of each method.
June 21, 2023 — 10 min read
Data backup and recovery best practices for the manufacturing industry
June 21, 2023 — 10 min read
Data backup and recovery best practices for the manufacturing industry
In manufacturing, unplanned downtime can lead to lost sales, delayed shipments, wasted capacity and unhappy customers. To minimize these risks, manufacturers need comprehensive data backup and recovery strategies and solutions. An Acronis blog takes a closer look at these areas and describes best practices any manufacturer can follow to protect their data and maximize systems uptime.
May 16, 2023 — 11 min read
What is a Managed Service Provider (MSP)?
May 16, 2023 — 11 min read
What is a Managed Service Provider (MSP)?
Managed service providers (MSP) are businesses that offer multiple, managed, information technology (IT) services to other businesses. MSPs today largely deliver their services remotely, over a network, although they may maintain other revenue streams that require onsite support.
May 16, 2023 — 11 min read
Using telnet to Test Open Ports
May 16, 2023 — 11 min read
Using telnet to Test Open Ports
When it comes to checking if a network port is opened or closed on a remote computer, there's no easier way than to use telnet. Ports left open for no reason are a security risk that malicious programs and viruses can exploit.
May 15, 2023 — 4 min read
Can your SMB clients afford ransomware protection?
May 15, 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.