The question is, "Why do I need to purchase a security suite for my business PCs if I run a free anti-virus program on my home PC and never have any infections?"- Free anti-virus programs only address one aspect of computer security. They DO NOT manage your firewall, filter spam, or alert you to a suspicious website you might be trying to access.
- What's on your work computer? Sensitive correspondence? Financial records? Customer credit card numbers -- the dissemination of which might be traced back to you?
- If a virus wiped clean every hard drive in your office, how long and at what cost would it take you to restore the missing data?
Clearly, these are the worst-case scenarios, but unfortunately, they're not unheard of. Read more from this article for a long list of sorrows that can befall a compromised PC.
A properly configured security suite actively checks the files on your system for virus-like behavior, identifying threats and quarantining suspicious files before they inflict any damage. The firewall component seals your office network away from the rest of the Internet, ensuring that only authorized traffic, both inbound and outbound, makes it through. Finally, a consolidated suite provides a single, comprehensive portal for administering all facets of system security instead of having to administereach application separately, as you would have to do with a patchwork system of free applications.
The good news about a security suite is that it doesn't have to be expensive! In fact, considering the alternative, many of them are downright cheap. There is a wide range of options from which to choose depending on your needs, your budget, and your plans for future growth. Contact your local CMIT Solutions office for more detals and information. We can help you figure out the best solution for you by assessing your office and keeping in mind your budget.
It is in your best interest to not wait for a security breach to find out how much a free anti-virus program really costs.
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