EDR, MDR, XDR—What’s the Difference and Which One Do You Actually Need?
The cybersecurity world is full of buzzwords, and few are more confusing than EDR, MDR, and XDR. While they sound similar, these solutions offer very different levels of protection—and knowing which one your business needs can make a major difference. EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) focuses on monitoring endpoints like laptops and servers for suspicious behavior. […]
The Hidden Risk in Your Cyber Insurance: Non-Compliance
Cyber insurance is a vital safety net when your business faces a cyberattack. However, many organizations have overlooked the fine print and are unaware that failing to meet policy requirements can lead to a portion or all claims denied, leaving them vulnerable when they need support the most. Recent data (2023–2024) shows that a substantial […]
Your Cloud Data Isn’t Backed Up (Unless You’ve Done This)
If you’re using Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, or another cloud platform, you might assume your data is backed up. After all, it’s “in the cloud,” right? Not so fast. The Myth of Built-In Backups Cloud platforms like Microsoft and Google offer high availability—not full backup and recovery. That means they’ll keep your services running, but: […]
When Employees Become the Risk: How to Prevent Insider Threats
Most business owners worry about outside threats—hackers, ransomware, phishing scams. But what if the real danger is already inside your organization? That’s the reality of insider threats—risks that come from employees, contractors, or vendors who already have access to your systems and data. These threats are harder to spot, easier to underestimate, and often far […]
The Hand-demic: AI’s Worst Skill, Hands Down
Artificial intelligence can compose music, write code, generate photorealistic images, and probably invent a new language by lunchtime. But ask it to draw a hand and AI gets awkward quick. It’s trying. Bless its little neural network. Why Hands Are So Hard for AI Hands are complicated. They’ve got 27 bones, tons of joints, and more […]
How to Scale Your Business IT Without the Headaches
Growth is good—until your tech starts holding you back. As your company adds new employees, clients, and complexity, your IT setup can quickly go from “good enough” to “growing pain.” At Sixwatch, we specialize in managed IT services for growing businesses, and we’ve seen it all: new hires waiting days for equipment and logins, forgotten […]
7 Essential Cybersecurity Steps to Protect Your Small Business
Cybersecurity is more crucial than ever, especially for small businesses increasingly targeted by cyber threats. With limited resources, SMBs can face devastating impacts from even a single security incident. To safeguard your business effectively, implement these essential cybersecurity measures: Strengthen Your Passwords: Weak or reused passwords are easy targets for hackers. Adopt robust password policies […]
Protecting Your Digital Identity: The Vital Need for Entra ID Backups
In today’s digital landscape, identity is the new security perimeter. Businesses rely heavily on identity management solutions like Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) to control access to critical systems, applications, and data. However, many organizations operate under the false assumption that their Entra ID is fully protected by Microsoft—leaving them vulnerable to data […]
Small Business Security 101: How Entra ID Keeps Your Data Safe
Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) is Microsoft’s identity and access management system, ensuring secure logins and protecting business data. It controls who can access Microsoft 365, cloud applications, and sensitive company information. Originally launched as Azure Active Directory in 2013, it was rebranded to Entra ID in July 2023. For small businesses, Entra ID is […]
Improved cybersecurity, but challenges remain for LTC facilities.
In 2025, LTC facilities show improved regulatory compliance with frameworks like HIPAA, heightened use of MFA and encryption, and better incident response planning, including cyber insurance, backups, and drills. Advanced security tools, such as next-generation firewalls and endpoint detection, have further strengthened defenses. However, many still rely on outdated IT infrastructure lacking modern features, leaving […]