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IT S TIME TO UNPLUG

Our team at PGH Networks is an eclectic group of individuals like golf enthusiasts, co-ed ice hockey players, reptile collectors, and even a beekeeper! But there is one similarity among us…the love for technology. We all agree that technology makes our lives easier (especially when you know how to u

Compliance

CYBER INSURANCE | WHAT IT IS AND WHY YOU NEED IT

WHY IS CYBERSECURITY INSURANCE NECESSARY? “Cybercrime is a lucrative business, with relatively low risks compared to other forms of crime. Cybercriminals are rarely caught and convicted because they are virtually invisible. As criminals further monetize their business, allowing anyone to buy pre-pac

Business & Tech Insights

2021 WAS AN EXCITING YEAR FOR US

A LETTER FROM LEADERSHIP 2021 has been another interesting year for businesses of all different shapes and sizes. Many businesses that we ve worked with for many years have recently had to review their technology strategies to support some of the requirements the COVID Pandemic has brought to light.

Business Communication

What is a Hosted Phone System?

Understanding Hosted Phones Systems and How They Can Help Your Business What is a Hosted Phone System? The average American might not put much thought into making a phone call. It is as simple as unlocking the security screen on your smartphone or picking up an analog receiver if you re old school p

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2021

Learn About Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2021 With PGH Networks Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2021 October is Cybersecurity Month in the United States. Cybersecurity Month was first designated in 2004 as an awareness campaign launched to collaborate between the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Business & Tech Insights

What is a VPN and Why You May Need One

What is a VPN Why You May Need One A VPN is an encrypted connection that safeguards your devices and personal data from network threats. This FCC recommended tool is one of the best options out there to up your web security. What Does VPN Stand For? VPN stands for virtual private network, and the [

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Microsoft Discovers Malicious Email Attack From NOBELIUM

Microsoft Discovers Malicious Email Attack from NOBELIUM Early this year, the Microsoft threat intelligence center began tracking a sophisticated and malicious email phishing campaign targeting many individual users and businesses. The perpetrator, NOBELIUM, has gotten better and better at sidestepp

Cybersecurity

Business Cyber Security Basics and Foundations

Jeramy Kopacko, security consultant and solutions architect at Sophos, weighs in on Center for Internet Security controls that are crucial components to an effective cyber security strategy. This post is in follow-up to Jeramy s March guest post on Proactive Cyber Security Measures. We just witnesse