Endpoint security is the practice of safeguarding endpoints from unauthorized access and digital threats that can expose data or compromise the performance of the endpoint device. An endpoint refers to any device that receives a signal. In the context of business PC management, endpoints specifically refer to the devices that workers use every day to be productive, from desktops to laptops to tablets and smartphones. Endpoints can also refer to any Internet of Things (IoT) device including sensors and digital signage. However, this article will focus primarily on the business PC use case. A co
Endpoint protection is essential to take advantage of the enhanced productivity that endpoint devices offer, especially when connecting to digital resources outside the corporate network. Endpoint security solutions also help protect against malware and countless digital threats that could lead to lost productivity, excessive downtime, data breaches, and loss of reputation. Endpoint security is becoming even more of a priority as global disruptions require businesses to support a remote workforce on short notice. More workers are using endpoints and personal devices outside the firewall to con
When it comes to securing business computer hardware, many IT administrators think primarily of software-based solutions, such as antimalware and antivirus software. However, cyberattacks are moving down the system stack. Software security alone is no longer enough to protect PCs. Protection must be rooted in the hardware itself.
From global enterprises to government institutions to small businesses, computer hardware security is absolutely critical for all organizations, across all industries. A business that experiences a security attack can suffer lasting damage. To start, cryptomining attacks (or cryptojacking) can slow down performance and waste resources. Ransomware attacks hit both a company's wallet as well as its reputation. Intellectual property and other mission-critical data can be stolen, setting businesses back years. Finally, there's the cost of user downtime, which adds up quickly when employees are una