{"id":22714,"date":"2021-11-03T12:49:47","date_gmt":"2021-11-03T12:49:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ded9.com\/?p=22714"},"modified":"2025-12-15T11:25:04","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T11:25:04","slug":"some-important-ways-to-secure-a-computer-network","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ded9.com\/tr\/some-important-ways-to-secure-a-computer-network\/","title":{"rendered":"Important Ways to Secure a Computer Network"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Computer network security defects seem to be in the news nowadays, costing the organizations that fall prey millions of dollars. <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/IBM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IBM<\/a> reports that the average cost per incident in 2020 was $8.64 million for U.S companies, more than twice as much as the global average. The healthcare industry remains the most vulnerable and experiences the highest average losses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The facts surrounding cybersecurity can be downright scary, and protecting your system is critical. Yet, it&#8217;s hard to know how to secure a network, especially for small- and medium-sized organizations that don&#8217;t have a full-time IT staff to oversee system maintenance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Fortunately, business owners can implement <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">several computer network security best practices today to secure their <a href=\"https:\/\/ded9.com\/how-to-secure-databases\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">data<\/a> and provide<\/span>\u00a0more impenetrable protection against hackers and viruses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So there are some ways to protect a computer Network<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Update your password regularly<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Use the firewall and monitor its activity<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Keep your antivirus software up to date<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Look for a professional<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Filter and delete spam emails<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Shut down computers when you are not using them<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Encrypt your file<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">REGULARLY UPDATE YOUR PASSWORDS<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When assigning passwords, begin by changing all default passwords. Forget using obvious phrases such as &#8220;password,&#8221;&#8221; dates of birth, &#8221; &#8220;1234birthd,&#8221; and many others. Encourage employees to use strong passwords for added security. They can combine both uppercase and lowercase letters for added security.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Emphasize the importance of using strong passwords for your employees, because hackers are getting smarter and are constantly figuring out simple passwords. Change your passwords quarterly, but you can also change them as often as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You could also adopt the two-step verification feature when connecting to your company&#8217;s network. This will enable anyone who wants to successfully access the system to enter the username and password of a code they receive through text or other means.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For added protection, use an encrypted protocol for passwords on your company network router. The best one is WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access). Ensure that this protocol is enabled in your network router.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">USE A FIREWALL AND MONITOR ITS ACTIVITY<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A firewall is software or hardware created to block all unauthorized access to your computers and networks. It consists of a couple of rules that control the incoming and outgoing network traffic. The computers and networks that follow the set rules are the only ones allowed access to the access points, while those that don&#8217;t are barred from accessing your system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Firewalls are evolving and becoming more sophisticated every day. Integrated network security platforms have been created, featuring various approaches and encoding to help prevent breaches.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">KEEP YOUR ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARE UP TO DATE<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Failure to update our antivirus software is a significant risk and invites regular issues. Hackers will always ask you to &#8220;crack&#8221; your system and release new viruses to infect your system. Keep ahead of these hackers by updating the versions of your antivirus software.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">USE A VIRTUAL PRIVATE NETWORK (VPN)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A VPN encrypts internet connections and data transferred through your network. It creates a secure connection between remote computers (home networks or computers used by people on the road) and other &#8220;local&#8221; computers and servers. VPN services often have a built-in feature that acts as a kill switch, disconnecting your <a href=\"https:\/\/ded9.com\/hardware-and-software\/\">hardware<\/a> from your network when a protected connection is lost.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Look For A PROFESSIONAL<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You could be successfully managing your IT in-house and thwarting hacking attempts. You might also successfully implement all these measures and ensure your employees adopt them. However, one employee might forget to change their default settings or click on an &#8220;innocent link&#8221; from someone they know.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The best way to ensure that you never experience such challenges is by hiring an experienced IT provider. An IT provider well-versed in the latest security threats will ensure your system is always secure. Working with such a profession will make you worry less about your security because their expertise will be used to monitor your network 24\/7 and keep breaches at bay.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Filter and Delete Spam Emails<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Phishing emails from hackers are crafted to entice your employees to open them and click on sensational offers or links. Spam filters have advanced considerably and should be leveraged. Even so, the occasional spam email may make it through, especially if a hacker mimics someone you know, like a professional colleague or a company you do business with. Employees need to use their common sense filters in addition to any spam filter software.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Shut Down Computers When Not in Use<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When did you last shut down your computer after a long day at work? When your laptop is idle overnight while connected to your company&#8217;s network, it becomes more visible and available to hackers. YYou&#8217;re limiting their access to your network by shutting down your computer by shutting down your computer. And if they&#8217;ve already gained access, you&#8217;re disrupting their connection.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Encrypt Your Files<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The thought of a hacker getting inside your networks is a significant cause for alarm. Imagine, however, their surprise when all they find is a bunch of gibberish. Encryption can protect sensitive data on Windows or macOS using software that masks your IP address. You can identify whether a website has been secured using encryption by looking for &#8220;HTTPS&#8221; in the address bar and a padlock icon.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Applying all the above measures is awesome. However, they won&#8217;t help you in your security matters if your system&#8217;s users are not embracing good security practices. Therefore, we hope this article will be informative for all of you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<div id=\"rank-math-rich-snippet-wrapper\"><div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-1\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What are the most important ways to secure a network?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Using firewalls, strong authentication, encryption, and regular updates are key security measures.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-2\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Why is network security important?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It protects data, prevents unauthorized access, and ensures system availability and reliability.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-3\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is network security a one-time task?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, it requires continuous monitoring, updates, and improvement to stay effective.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Computer network security defects seem to be in the news nowadays, costing the organizations that fall prey millions of dollars. IBM reports that the average cost per incident in 2020 was $8.64 million for U.S companies, more than twice as much as the global average. 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