# Datalyst Blog Datalyst delivers expert managed IT services in Providence, RI. Optimize performance, secure your systems, and grow with us. Contact us today! [ Categories ](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/categories "Categories") [ Tags ](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags "Tags") [ Categories: All Categories ](https://referral.datalyst.net/javascript:void(0); "Categories") Search...Suggested keywords [ x ](https://referral.datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://referral.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [7 Critical Mistakes to Avoid Concerning Your Network Security](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/7-critical-mistakes-to-avoid-concerning-your-network-security) Monday, 30 May 2022 [Daniel Mathieu](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![7 Critical Mistakes to Avoid Concerning Your Network Security](https://referral.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2022/05-30-22/b2ap3_large_netSecurityLock_159094864_400.jpg) ](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/7-critical-mistakes-to-avoid-concerning-your-network-security "7 Critical Mistakes to Avoid Concerning Your Network Security") Your network security is of the utmost importance to your business for numerous, hopefully obvious reasons. However, there are a few errors that are easy enough to make that could easily be the proverbial monkey wrench in the works. Let’s go over what these network security *faux* pas look like, so you can resolve them more effectively (and don’t worry, we’ll discuss that, too). Tags: [Security](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Best Practices](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Network Security](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags/network-security) [0 Comments](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/7-critical-mistakes-to-avoid-concerning-your-network-security#comments) [ Continue reading](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/7-critical-mistakes-to-avoid-concerning-your-network-security) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://referral.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Are You Right for Software-as-a-Service?](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/are-you-right-for-software-as-a-service) Friday, 27 May 2022 [Daniel Mathieu](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![Are You Right for Software-as-a-Service?](https://referral.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2022/05-27-22/b2ap3_large_SaaS_282250678_400.jpg) ](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/are-you-right-for-software-as-a-service "Are You Right for Software-as-a-Service?") Your business depends on software for many of its day-to-day operations, whether it’s an email system, productivity suite, or other specialized software. When it comes to acquiring software, you have two options: the traditional method of acquisition, i.e. buying it from a vendor, or subscribing to a Software as a Service solution. What are the differences and how can you make sure your organization is getting value out of its investment? Tags: [Software](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags/software) [Cloud](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags/cloud) [Hosted Solutions](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags/hosted-solutions) [0 Comments](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/are-you-right-for-software-as-a-service#comments) [ Continue reading](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/are-you-right-for-software-as-a-service) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://referral.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Cybersecurity is Even More Important when Working Remotely](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/cybersecurity-is-even-more-important-when-working-remotely) Wednesday, 25 May 2022 [Daniel Mathieu](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Cybersecurity is Even More Important when Working Remotely](https://referral.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2022/05-25-22/b2ap3_large_programmer_310133756_400.jpg) ](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/cybersecurity-is-even-more-important-when-working-remotely "Cybersecurity is Even More Important when Working Remotely") Unfortunately, cybersecurity is a lot easier to reinforce in the office than it is when your team members are working remotely—and even then, it can be a serious challenge to maintain. However, let’s focus on the remote worker’s situation for a few moments and review a few best practices that can help a remote worker stay secure. Tags: [Security](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Workplace Tips](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags/workplace-tips) [Remote](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags/remote) [0 Comments](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/cybersecurity-is-even-more-important-when-working-remotely#comments) [ Continue reading](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/cybersecurity-is-even-more-important-when-working-remotely) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://referral.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [When Every IT Company Sounds the Same, There’s ONE Thing That Makes All the Difference](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/when-every-it-company-sounds-the-same-there-s-one-thing-that-makes-all-the-difference) Tuesday, 24 May 2022 [Daniel Mathieu](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [IT Blog](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/categories/it-blog) [ ![When Every IT Company Sounds the Same, There’s ONE Thing That Makes All the Difference](https://referral.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/852/b2ap3_large_111108119_our_service_difference_400.jpg) ](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/when-every-it-company-sounds-the-same-there-s-one-thing-that-makes-all-the-difference "When Every IT Company Sounds the Same, There’s ONE Thing That Makes All the Difference") I’d be willing to bet that, if you were to actively seek out the different IT service providers across Massachusetts, most of them would hit on the same points as they talked themselves up. That’s okay—there are a few things that any decent IT firm should do. We’ll touch on them ourselves. However, there is one key differentiator that sets Datalyst apart. Tags: [Managed Services](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags/managed-services) [IT Services](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-services) [IT Support](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-support-1) [0 Comments](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/when-every-it-company-sounds-the-same-there-s-one-thing-that-makes-all-the-difference#comments) [ Continue reading](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/when-every-it-company-sounds-the-same-there-s-one-thing-that-makes-all-the-difference) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://referral.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Co-Management Can Take the Pressure Off](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/co-management-can-take-the-pressure-off) Monday, 23 May 2022 [Daniel Mathieu](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Business](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/categories/business) [ ![Co-Management Can Take the Pressure Off](https://referral.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2022/05-23-22/b2ap3_large_ITtech_250693854_400.jpg) ](https://referral.datalyst.net/blog/co-management-can-take-the-pressure-off "Co-Management Can Take the Pressure Off") Most businesses set out to do an IT project when their technology needs an upgrade. Whether your business is looking to add new hardware, refresh the systems you already have, migrate to the cloud, or add new applications to your playbook, it can get pretty intimidating as cost and time overruns threaten your profitability. This week, we thought we would discuss an approach that can help any business—large or small— get their IT projects completed and integrated effectively: co-managed IT. 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