Internet security is vital to the health of every small business, but often gets overlooked. When protecting client networks, ANC subscribes to a layered defense model. Think of a castle with sentries posted on the wall, a moat, and drawbridge…you start to get the picture.

We recommend a variety of security measures including, but not limited to:

Firewalls
ANC partners with SonicWall, a leading provider of firewalls for small and medium-sized businesses to protect our customers’ networks. Use these stateful deep packet inspection firewall products with an la carte firmware upgrade and you have an unbeatable security value.

Already have a firewall? See our monitoring section on this page.

Antivirus
ANC recommends Computer Associates’ eTrust Antivirus for this vital function, but, even more important than the product used, is its configuration and ongoing updates. We can make sure your software of choice is properly configured so you get the maximum value and protection.

Spyware/Malware
A quickly emerging threat to corporate networks is posed by spyware or malware. These tiny programs can tract your Internet movements, log your keystrokes, and generally disrupt computer function. Adware also falls into this category. ANC has the experience necessary to quickly remove these programs while leaving legitimate software intact.

Monitoring
Would you have a security system for your office or home, and not monitor it? Of course not! The same principle applies to your firewall. As threats emerge, the better security vendors issue upgrades to their systems to keep you and your systems safe. Having these upgrades applied promptly and correctly - especially if your firewall comes with Intrusion Prevention, combined with regular inspection of the firewall reports and logs – provides a high level of security for a nominal cost.

Internal Security
Ever been worried that an ex-employee has some of your valuable info? Are you certain that Fred in Sales can’t access your financial information? Unfortunately, many small businesses learn the hard way that their internal security is lacking. We leverage your current hardware and/or software to make sure that your employees only see what they are authorized to see on your internal network and when they use the internet.

Don’t leave security to chance. Contact us today for a Risk Assessment and Threat Analysis.

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