How do I protect my business from ransomware?

Ransomware attacks has been around for many years however it has become more widespread. Ransomwares has been attacking more and more small businesses and it is quite alarming and I fear that my business might be the next target. How do I protect my business from ransomware and how do I avoid being infected by it?

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Protecting your files start from basic steps. A basic cybersecurity step is to install firewall protection and anti-virus softwares. Always update your software when possible to get the latest patches and fixes. Human error is commonly the cause of these infections so it is best to have a cybersecurity policy and educate employees about these attacks.

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