The Benefits of Colocation
Businesses rely heavily on data and technology to remain competitive and efficient. Whether you’re a small startup or a large corporation, the need for reliable and secure IT infrastructure is paramount. Colocation services have emerged as a popular solution for organizations looking to house their servers and networking equipment in state-of-the-art data centers. There are […]
Extended support for Windows Server 2012 to end
(September 11,2023) Approaching the end-of-support deadline for Windows Server 2012 opens the door for modernization. Extended support for Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2 ends on Oct. 10, 2023. After that date, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or technical support for the server operating system. That impending deadline will generate a fair amount […]
Why DDoS Attacks Are a Growing Problem, and How to Reduce the Risk
(September 18, 2023) A new study from Qrator Labs finds that Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks are becoming more frequent. According to the report, the duration of DDoS attacks decreased by almost 30 percent to an average of 47 minutes. However, the total number increased by 40 percent in the past six months. Threat […]
Mainstream Technologies Hires Tristan Ramsey
Tristan Ramsey Joins Software Development Unit (Little Rock, AR) – (Sept. 18, 2023) – Mainstream Technologies is pleased to announce the hiring of Tristan Ramsey as software developer. His responsibilities will include the design, development, and deployment of custom applications, as well as performing analytics on customer data. Tristan most recently was a software engineer […]
Why Cloud Sync and Cloud Storage Are No Substitute for Cloud Backup
(September 15, 2023) The concept of cloud computing has existed for years, and almost all organizations use at least one cloud service. However, there are still quite a few people who are confused about the cloud. The belief that data, applications, and services are coming from white, billowy objects in the sky is no longer […]
Boost Your Productivity by Partnering with a Managed Services Provider
(September 5, 2023) The primary goal of managed services is to keep technology running smoothly and performing optimally to boost your productivity. Happy side effects of managed services include less downtime, more predictable IT costs, and reduced risk of security and compliance issues. However, the benefits of managed services extend far beyond the actual technology, […]
Phishers Are Targeting Senior ‘Big Fish’ Executives
(August 28, 2023) When the notorious thief Willie Sutton was asked why he robbed banks, he reportedly replied: “That’s where the money is.” Hackers have a similarly simple motivation for targeting senior executives and other key managers. They have the best data. Researchers with Proofpoint have observed an alarming surge in cloud account takeover attacks […]
Four Reasons to Partner with an MSP for Microsoft 365
(August 21, 2023) Microsoft 365 offers proven business benefits, including any-time, anywhere access to applications and data and streamlined document management. The platform also features communication and collaboration tools that foster employee engagement. Subscribing to Microsoft 365 frees organizations from purchasing common productivity apps outright, allowing a potentially large capital outlay to be converted into […]
Five (+1) Steps To Improve Your Cybersecurity
It was great to see everyone at the AAC Annual Meeting last week! We hope you had a chance to swing by the Mainstream Saloon for a root beer and to get your wanted poster photo in our photo booth. Being the leading cybersecurity services provider in the state, we sat in on the cybersecurity […]
Mainstream Technologies Hires Adam Beighley
Adam Beighley Joins Software Development Unit (Little Rock, AR) – (Aug. 15, 2023) – Mainstream Technologies is pleased to announce the hiring of Adam Beighley as a Software Developer. His responsibilities will include the design, development, and deployment of full-stack software solutions. Adam worked most recently as a software developer for five years with Geospatial […]
