Proper managed AntiVirus services are incredibly important. Your AntiVirus service is what protects your data from getting hacked, stolen, or lost. While you can be as careful as possible, there is always a risk of getting a virus when on the internet. It's important to utilize Office 365 Security features and protect your company's data. 

1) What Exactly Do I Have?

You should understand all components of your AntiVirus and what exactly it is protecting you from and how. AntiVirus services have many components to them including how it protects your web browser and then how it protects your software and hardware. Understanding how this all works can be a very complicated, lengthy process, so if you do not currently have a partner, search for one to help you understand your AntiVirus service as much as possible and make sure it's of quality. If you do have a partner, it is still important to know what they have implemented and where and how you're protected. So ask the Managed Antivirus questions you have to find the answers you need!

2) Do I Actually Have to Update It?

Keeping your AntiVirus software up to date to address all network and Office 365 security concerns is difficult. There are always new viruses being created and that means your software needs to be constantly updated which may make it seem like a never ending process. While you know this is needed and should be done, it can be difficult to make the time for it to get done. But not updating your AntiVirus service can be one of the riskiest positions you can put your business in. Those security updates are made for a reason and often because there's been a new virus detected that could potentially compromise your data or even your hard drive.

3) It Could Be Better

It's incredibly important to understand what type of managed AntiVirus Protection your company needs. While you don't need the same amount of protection as Sony, you probably need more protection than your home computer because of the sensitive information you may have for work. Knowing what protection you have and what you should have is crucial to a well managed AntiVirus service. There have been plenty of horror stories of businesses, including Sony's security breach and the Target security breach, where they knew their security needed to be better, but didn't properly update it. 

4) Balance the Price and Protection

The toughest thing you may run into is balancing good protection and staying within your budget. The biggest mistake you can make is sacrifice your security for a cheaper price. But with a great IT management partner, you can save money on your managed AntiVirus service along with other provided services for all your IT needs. There's no reason not to be confident in your Office 365 cloud security.

Don't make these mistakes, keep your data safe! Get a free managed AntiVirus consultation to know how you're security is and how to improve it! 

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