The Essential Eight is a cybersecurity framework developed by the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) that helps organizations protect themselves against cyber threats. As discussed in our previous articles, “Understanding Compliance Options for IT Security” and “Path to Essential Eight: Direct or Gradual Approach“, the Essential Eight offers a scalable and adaptable approach to IT …
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The Essential Eight cybersecurity framework, developed by the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC), helps organisations defend themselves against cyber threats. Achieving Maturity Level 3 of the Essential Eight is the ultimate goal for many organisations, as it offers the highest level of protection and minimises vulnerabilities. In last week’s article about understanding compliance options for IT security, …
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IT security is a critical aspect of business operations in today’s digital age. While many IT administrators have their preferred methods and tools for providing IT security, relying solely on personal preferences can leave businesses at serious risk. IT compliance frameworks are designed to mitigate this risk by providing well-researched and developed guidelines to ensure …
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The LastPass breach, which occurred recently, involved unauthorized access to the company’s user data, resulting in the potential exposure of encrypted master passwords and other sensitive information. The incident has raised concerns about the security of password managers and has prompted LastPass to implement additional security measures to prevent future breaches. Read the notice posted …
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Introduction As businesses continue to work remotely, the need for seamless integration between different communication and collaboration tools has become crucial. One of the most essential tools for effective communication is email, and most organizations use Microsoft Outlook for this purpose. Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) is another popular email platform, and Google has developed …
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Introduction Data loss can be a major problem for any organization, and with the increasing use of cloud-based solutions like Google Workspace, it’s more important than ever to take measures to prevent data loss. Here are 7 essential tips to keep your Google Workspace data safe and secure: 1. Implement DLP policies: Google Workspace includes …
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Introduction Google Credential Provider for Windows is a tool that enables users to sign in to Windows using their Google Workspace credentials. The tool provides a simple and secure way for users to access their Google Workspace account, making it easy for them to access all their data, files and apps. In this article, we’ll …
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Introduction Google Credential Provider for Windows (GCPW) is an essential component of the Google Workspace ecosystem that enables secure access to corporate data and resources. With GCPW, users can access their Google Workspace account directly from their Windows login screen, eliminating the need for manual authentication. This is especially useful for organizations that use Google …
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Endpoint management is a crucial aspect of modern IT operations. In an era where remote work has become increasingly common, it is essential for organizations to have effective tools to manage and secure the various devices used by employees. Google Endpoint Management and Microsoft Intune are two of the leading solutions in this field, each …
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Introduction Google Endpoint Management (GEM) is a powerful tool that can help organizations of all sizes manage and secure their endpoints, including smartphones and laptops. By integrating with Google Workspace, GEM offers a comprehensive solution for device management, data protection, and security. However, simply using GEM is not enough to guarantee that your endpoints are …
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Introduction Google Workspace DLP (Data Loss Prevention) is a valuable tool for protecting sensitive information from theft or unauthorized access. However, the setup and implementation of DLP rules can be challenging for IT administrators. In this article, we’ll explore the top 6 critical mistakes to avoid when setting up Google Workspace DLP. Mistake 1: Not …
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) is a critical component of Google Workspace, providing a means to identify and prevent the accidental or unauthorized sharing of sensitive information. If you’re an IT administrator, you understand the importance of protecting your organization’s data and maintaining the privacy of sensitive information. There are some differences between setting up DLP …
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Google Workspace is trusted by over 3 billion users (businesses and individuals alike) from all around the world. That’s because the platform manages to offer a reliable and secure all-in-one cloud-based office space that fits a hybrid work environment where people from various remote locations can keep working and collaborating. And, to keep this space …
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Google’s Advanced Protection Program (or APP, in short) was launched in 2017 and was initially available to high-risk users such as activists, journalists, famous business people, or politicians. The APP is designed to become the next stage after two-factor authentication (2FA) technology, and its purpose is to offer better protection. Cybercriminals have found ways to …
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The last month and a half have been an exceptionally trying time for Australian consumers and businesses. And now, in the wake of the Optus and Medibank data breaches, the federal government is proposing unprecedented heavy fines to scare businesses and organizations into better data security practices. The Optus data leak exposed 2.1 million customers’ …
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New Shorter .au Direct Domain Names Available for Australian Businesses & Organisations Starting with March 2022, Australian internet users have the possibility to register .au direct domain names. These are part of a new category of domain names that are simpler and easier to remember – business-name.au instead of business-name.com.au or .net.au. For Australian businesses, …
Google Workspace, formerly known as G Suite, is a communication and collaboration environment that supports digital collaboration in a variety of ways. Google Vault is an eDiscovery and information governance tool for Google Workspace. Workspace data for users can be stored, held, searched for, and exported using Vault. These are among the types of information …
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Sharing your Google Calendar with specific people or having it available to the public has never been easier. In this blog, Onsite Helper shows you how to share your Google Calendar with someone as well as share it with the public. When allowing others access to your calendar, exercise caution. Your calendar’s full access permissions …
According to research done by the University of Loughborough in the UK, 83% of government workers reported feeling more stressed while using email. The survey also discovered that their stress levels spiked during the day’s busiest hours for their inboxes. Intriguingly, the study also found that emails that were unrelated, interrupted work, or required an …
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Users can log in to Windows® devices using their work Google Account thanks to Google Credential Provider for Windows® (GCPW). Users can access all of the security features offered by their Google Account and Google services with a single sign-on through GCPW. You can configure Google Credential Provider for Windows (GCPW) as an administrator to …
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