Network is a word that’s commonly seen in the office environment in many different ways. In particular, you’re likely to hear about network security, network maintenance, social networking, and switches, but what does it all mean?
In this week’s tech term, we’re going to address what a network is and how it works to tie your business together.
Defining a Network
A computer network can be many things, but it’s generally a group of computers or hardware devices that are connected. These devices share information and communicate, allowing resources to be shared between them.
Networks are used for different purposes, but the most commonly found one is for a collaborative office environment. A network can accomplish all of the following:
- Files to be shared among users.
- Users to share access to additional hardware devices, like a printer.
- Software solutions to be shared among the network’s users.
- Information to be accessed by any user with security permissions.
- Simplified communications through internal tools like email and instant messaging.
The Biggest Network Out There
Perhaps the most well-known and accessible network out there is the World Wide Web. The Internet is the largest network out there, and it shows what can be done with enough computing power and enough connected devices.
Keeping Your Environment Safe
No matter how you use a network, whether it’s the Internet or your business’s internal environment, network security is a key point that needs to be addressed. CISA notes that networks face large and diverse cyber threats, ranging from basic intrusion attempts to highly sophisticated attacks designed to steal data or disrupt critical operations.
Thankfully, keeping your network secure doesn’t have to be challenging. A quality IT provider like WheelHouse IT can make it much easier to manage IT security for your organization. It all starts by thinking about security in a proactive way rather than waiting for something to go wrong.
We offer several solutions that can help you secure your business, including methods to keep your employees well-informed of basic security best practices, regular password updates, infrastructure updates, software implementation like firewalls and antivirus, and implementing a VPN.
Build a Stronger Business Network With WheelHouse IT
Your business network is the connective tissue that keeps your people, data, and systems working together. Whether you’re looking to better understand your current setup or take meaningful steps to secure it, having the right IT partner makes all the difference.
WheelHouse IT helps businesses in South Florida and New York build and maintain reliable, secure networks. Reach out to our team today to get started.
Florida: (954) 474-2204 | New York: (516) 536-5006
