# Datalyst Blog Datalyst delivers expert managed IT services in Providence, RI. Optimize performance, secure your systems, and grow with us. Contact us today! [ Categories ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories "Categories") [ Tags ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags "Tags") [ Categories: All Categories ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/javascript:void(0); "Categories") Search...Suggested keywords [ x ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [What You Need to Do If You Think You’ve Been Breached](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/what-you-need-to-do-if-you-think-you-ve-been-breached) Monday, 13 May 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![What You Need to Do If You Think You’ve Been Breached](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2024/05-13-24/b2ap3_large_Hacked_302252893_400.jpg) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/what-you-need-to-do-if-you-think-you-ve-been-breached "What You Need to Do If You Think You’ve Been Breached") Today, cybersecurity is everyone's business. It's not just the IT department's job anymore. When a hack happens, it can feel like a personal violation. It's scary, confusing, and you might not know what to do next. Tags: [Security](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Best Practices](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Hackers](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/hackers) [0 Comments](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/what-you-need-to-do-if-you-think-you-ve-been-breached#comments) [ Continue reading](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/what-you-need-to-do-if-you-think-you-ve-been-breached) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [How to Reduce the Risks of Phishing Attacks](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/how-to-reduce-the-risks-of-phishing-attacks) Friday, 10 May 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![How to Reduce the Risks of Phishing Attacks](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2024/05-10-24/b2ap3_large_Phishing_502430095_400.jpg) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/how-to-reduce-the-risks-of-phishing-attacks "How to Reduce the Risks of Phishing Attacks") Phishing is a pervasive threat nowadays, with businesses of any size or industry serving as prime targets. Understanding phishing and implementing effective prevention strategies is crucial for your entire team. Let's explore how to reduce the effectiveness of phishing schemes against your business—in other words, how to prevent phishing from having an impact. Tags: [Security](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Best Practices](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Phishing](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [0 Comments](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/how-to-reduce-the-risks-of-phishing-attacks#comments) [ Continue reading](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/how-to-reduce-the-risks-of-phishing-attacks) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [2024 to be the Worst Year So Far for Cybercrime in New England](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/2024-to-be-the-worst-year-so-far-for-cybercrime-in-new-england) Thursday, 09 May 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![2024 to be the Worst Year So Far for Cybercrime in New England](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1306/b2ap3_large_651466774_cybersecurity_400.jpg) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/2024-to-be-the-worst-year-so-far-for-cybercrime-in-new-england "2024 to be the Worst Year So Far for Cybercrime in New England") ## …And We’re Not Even Halfway Through It Yet In 2022, cybercriminals reportedly stole $300 million from citizens and entities throughout New England. When I first read that number, which the FBI provided, I honestly thought it felt low. Then I reread the sentence. That’s just how much money the criminals made off with—not the cost of the damages they caused, or the estimated value of the collective information that was stolen, the loss of productivity, the cost of scrambling to get back to normal, and everything else that comes with a cyberattack. **Small and medium-sized businesses NEED to take cybersecurity seriously.** This article aims to shed light on the impending cybercrime wave. We'll delve into the statistics, the key threats, and the preventative measures that can be taken. Tags: [Data](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Security](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Phishing](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [0 Comments](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/2024-to-be-the-worst-year-so-far-for-cybercrime-in-new-england#comments) [ Continue reading](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/2024-to-be-the-worst-year-so-far-for-cybercrime-in-new-england) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Three of the Best Use Cases of Augmented Reality](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/three-of-the-best-use-cases-of-augmented-reality) Wednesday, 08 May 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![Three of the Best Use Cases of Augmented Reality](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2024/05-08-24/b2ap3_large_BizAR_530320589_400.jpg) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/three-of-the-best-use-cases-of-augmented-reality "Three of the Best Use Cases of Augmented Reality") Augmented reality is one of the more intriguing technologies that have come along in recent years, and businesses have begun to use it in pretty interesting ways. In today’s blog, we thought we’d go through three of the most popular and effective use cases of AR and the effect it can have on your business. Tags: [Internet](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/internet) [Technology](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Innovation](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/innovation) [0 Comments](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/three-of-the-best-use-cases-of-augmented-reality#comments) [ Continue reading](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/three-of-the-best-use-cases-of-augmented-reality) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [The Difference Between a Good IT Consultant and a Great IT Consultant](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/the-difference-between-a-good-it-consultant-and-a-great-it-consultant) Tuesday, 07 May 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [IT Blog](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/it-blog) [ ![The Difference Between a Good IT Consultant and a Great IT Consultant](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1301/b2ap3_large_567602884_IT_Consultant_400.jpg) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/the-difference-between-a-good-it-consultant-and-a-great-it-consultant "The Difference Between a Good IT Consultant and a Great IT Consultant") When it comes to IT consulting, not all service providers are created equal. While some may provide basic support and maintenance, others go above and beyond to provide personalized support, cost savings, and keep your sights locked on the future so technology can help your business thrive. So, what sets a great IT consultant apart from a good one? In this article, we’ll explore the key differences between a good IT consultant and a great IT consultant, and why it matters for your business. 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