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information technology FAQ
what is a server?
The term "server" describes a computer that is used mainly as a networked storage device. Servers can have a number of different functions, including file sharing, hosting web sites, databases, and software applications. Most offices can benefit from having a server and Lampfire can design and build a custom server to fit your needs.
what is a virtual private network?
A virtual private network (VPN) allows a user to access a local area network securely, over the Internet from a remote location. VPNs are incredibly beneficial for companies that allow their employees to telecommute. VPNs do require that their users to access the network with a high speed Internet connection.
my business isn't very large. why should i be worried about my network's security?
Have you ever parked your car in the not-so-nice part of town? Even if you don't drive a Porsche, you probably locked the doors and turned on the alarm. The Internet is a lot like a bad neighborhood populated with juvenile delinquents with nothing better to do than break your window and steal your car's registration and owner's manual. Typically, hackers break into corporate networks just for fun. To a hacker, your business data may be of little or no value, but to you its priceless. Lampfire can help you keep your business data confidential and intact, helping you retain your competitive edge. Contact us today for a security risk analysis.
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