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Imagine this: you walk into the office, turn on your computer, and instead of your familiar desktop, you’re greeted by a message demanding thousands of dollars to get your data back. This isn’t a sci-fi plot—it’s the reality of ransomware, one of the fastest-growing threats to businesses today. Ransomware attacks encrypt your company’s files, holding […]

In a digital-first world, even a few minutes of downtime can cost your business dearly. Whether it’s a server crash, internet failure, or a lagging application, the consequences can ripple across productivity, sales, and customer trust. Many companies still operate reactively—waiting for something to break before fixing it. But in today’s fast-paced, tech-dependent environment, reactive […]

When most business owners think of cybersecurity, their minds jump to antivirus software, firewalls, and phishing emails. But a more insidious danger often goes unnoticed: firmware attacks. Firmware—the low-level software embedded in devices like routers, printers, and motherboards—is a prime target for cybercriminals. Unlike traditional malware that can be removed with antivirus tools, firmware attacks […]

When people think of “downtime,” they often picture a simple inconvenience—an email that won’t send or a website that loads slowly. But in reality, IT downtime can be catastrophic, costing businesses thousands (or even millions) in lost productivity, missed opportunities, and reputational damage. What Causes IT Downtime? Downtime isn’t always caused by major disasters. More […]

Cybersecurity threats evolve daily, but ransomware continues to dominate the headlines—and for good reason. These attacks are no longer limited to massive corporations; small and medium-sized businesses are increasingly becoming targets due to weaker defenses and valuable data. At Benson Communications, we’ve seen firsthand how devastating ransomware can be—and more importantly, how preventable its worst […]

When you think about tech issues that hold your business back, cybersecurity and hardware failures probably top the list. But there’s one silent killer of productivity that often gets ignored: a slow or unreliable network. Whether it’s dropped Zoom calls, sluggish file transfers, or frustrated employees waiting for cloud apps to load, slow networks are […]