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Cybersecurity Awareness Month: If you Connect it, Protect itEach year, the Department of Homeland Security designates October as National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. It's a good time to remember that not all scary scenarios are reserved for Halloween. While government and law enforcement resources are dedicated to national cybersecurity, everyone needs to do their part to manage security for their homes and businesses. "Because 2020 has seen a major disruption to all our lives, how we work, learn and entertain our families is more virtual than ever," said Tony Spurlin, chief information security officer for Kinetic by Windstream (News - Alert). "That's made it vital that we keep our online connections secure. Criminals are always looking for a way in and they only need to be successful once, but their intended victims have to get it right every time." Some quick tips to remember on securing your devices:
For more information on Cybersecurity Awareness Month, visit the blog for Kinetic by Windstream. About Windstream Windstream Holdings is a privately held communications and software company. Windstream offers managed communications services, including SD-WAN and UCaaS, and high-capacity bandwidth and transport services to businesses across the U.S. The company also provides premium broadband, entertainment and security services through an enhanced fiber network and 5G fixed wireless service to consumers and small and midsize businesses primarily in rural areas in 18 states. Additional information is available at windstream.com or windstreamenterprise.com. Follow us on Twitter (News - Alert) at @Windstream.
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