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Function4 Disrupts Cybersecurity Industry with New Program

December 27th, 2023 by Function4

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Streamlines Security Options for SMBs SUGAR LAND, TX ‐ Function4 a leading managed technology services provider, announced today that the company has launched a cybersecurity security-as-a-service program...

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Protect Your Business with a Cyber Security Assessment

December 18th, 2023 by Function4

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Cyber security is not a luxury but a necessity for any business that operates in the digital world. Cyber-attacks are an ever-present and evolving threat that can cause severe damage to your business in the form of data breaches, financial losses,...

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Why Dark Web Monitoring is Essential for Your Business

November 1st, 2023 by Function4

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In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, businesses face a multitude of risks that can compromise sensitive data, tarnish their reputation, and lead to financial losses. One of the most ominous and hidden corners of the internet...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity

Stay Protected With a Cyber Security Assessment

September 1st, 2023 by Function4

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In today's digitally connected world, safeguarding your sensitive information and maintaining the security of your digital assets is of paramount importance. Cyberattacks and data breaches can devastate businesses and individuals, leading to...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity

The Benefits of Data Backup and Disaster Recovery

June 16th, 2023 by Function4

Learn how data backup and disaster recovery benefits businesses

Data Backup and Disaster Recovery are of the utmost importance when it comes to protecting your data, systems, and networks. Data backup is a process that involves creating copies of important files, folders, databases, or entire systems...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity

Function4 L aunches New Managed Data Backup Services

May 24th, 2023 by Function4

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Leading MTSP Provides Businesses with the Latest in Data Back-Up Technology SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4, a leading Managed Technology Service Provider (MTSP), is excited to announce the launch of its new managed data backup services with flexible...

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The Benefits of Network Monitoring

May 11th, 2023 by Function4

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Network monitoring is the use of a system that constantly monitors a network for issues, outages, and anomalies. It helps ensure maximum uptime and performance for all services running on the network. Network monitoring can detect problems before...

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Posted in: IT Services

5 Issues They Don't Tell You About Filing Cyber Insurance Claims

May 8th, 2023 by Ed Hoffmann

5 Issues They Don't Tell You About Filing Cyber Insurance Claims

Mitigating your cyber risk by knowing these 5 tips could save you a whole lot of headaches. In today's digital age, cyber threats have become a major concern for businesses of all sizes. To protect themselves from potential losses due to cyber-attacks,...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity, Document Management, Cyber Insurance Claims

Navigating Cyber Insurance Claim Challenges and Solutions to Mitigate Risks: Best Practices

May 5th, 2023 by Function4

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This article provides valuable insights into the challenges of navigating cyber insurance claims and offers effective solutions to mitigate risks. With the increasing prevalence of cyber threats, cyber insurance has become a critical component...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity

Unlocking the Secrets of Cyber Insurance Claims: Best Practices and Solutions to Mitigate Risks

May 4th, 2023 by Function4

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A Comprehensive Guide for Navigating the Claims Process and Protecting Your Organization's Sensitive Data with Proven Cybersecurity Strategies Unlocking the Secrets of Cyber Insurance Claims: Best Practices and Solutions to Mitigate Risks Navigating...

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Why Your Business Needs a Comprehensive Cyber Security Assessment

April 26th, 2023 by Function4

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A comprehensive cyber-security assessment is an evaluation of a system's security posture that identifies vulnerabilities and measures the effectiveness of existing countermeasures. It typically includes a full review of hardware and software, as well...

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Function4 Launches Ransomware-as-a-Service Program

April 19th, 2023 by Function4

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Leading MTSP Protects Small to Mid-Sized Businesses from Ransomware Attacks SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that the company has launched a Ransomware-as-a-Service...

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Protecting Your School District from Cyber Attacks

April 10th, 2023 by Function4

Potecting Your School District from Cyber Attacks

The world of technology has created an entirely new type of security issue for school districts: cyber threats. These attacks can come in many forms, from phishing scams to ransomware, and can have a devastating impact on school districts. Not only...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity

Launching Managed Detection and Response to Thwart Cyberattacks

April 5th, 2023 by Function4

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Leading MTSP Combines Cybersecurity Experts with State-of-the-Art Technology Sugar Land, TX – Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP) is protecting SMBs (small to mid-sized businesses) from cyberattacks through their...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity, Business Technology, Press Release, IT Services

How Dark Web Monitoring Protects Your Business?

April 4th, 2023 by Function4

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Dark web monitoring is a specialized form of cyber security designed to help organizations detect and respond to threats that are hidden in the dark corners of the internet. By using advanced technology and intelligence-gathering methods,...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity, IT Services

5 Reasons Your Organization Should Deploy a Data Collection Agent for Your Printer Fleet:

March 27th, 2023 by Kevin Box

Deploy a Data Collection Agent for Your Printer Fleet

These days, managing a fleet of printers and other IT devices within an organization can be difficult and time-consuming. A data collection agent is specialized software that can help you manage your printer fleet, providing you with valuable insights...

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Posted in: Data Collection, Printer Fleet

7 Sure Fire Ways to Improve Your Organizations Cybersecurity

March 20th, 2023 by Kevin Box

7 Sure Fire Ways to improve Your Organization's Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is an increasingly important issue for organizations, as cyber-attacks become more frequent, sophisticated, and dangerous. Every organization needs to take proactive steps to protect their networks and data from external threats. In this...

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10 Reasons Why You Should Conduct a Dark Web Scan for Your Business Today!

March 6th, 2023 by Kevin Box

10 reasons to conduct a dark web scan today

Dark Web scanning is an important part of any cyber security strategy. With the ever-growing threat landscape, it is essential for businesses to understand what is lurking on the dark web and how it can affect their organization. In this blog, we'll...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity, General, IT Services

10 Sure Fire Ways to Protect Your Printer Fleet Beyond the Firewall

February 19th, 2023 by Kevin Box

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Many organizations don’t realize how easy it is for cyber criminals to access printers on the network sitting behind the Firewall. Every printer connected to your network has an IP address, which means bad actors could potentially find the IP address...

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The Top 10 Benefits of Managed IT Services

February 14th, 2023 by Function4

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Managed IT services are a type of technology solution that allows businesses to outsource the management and maintenance of their entire IT infrastructure. With Managed IT, companies can take advantage of an experienced team to manage all aspects of...

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Unlock The Essential Benefits of Managed IT Services: What You Need to Know!

February 13th, 2023 by Ed Hoffmann

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Managed IT services providers typically offer a range of services to help businesses manage and maintain their IT systems and infrastructure. Their best practices are essential to your IT running smoothly, with better Security, Cloud Hosting, and Disaster...

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Posted in: IT Services

Got Cyber Insurance? - Here’s 5 Ways to Ensure Your Cyber Insurance Policy Pays After a Security Breach

February 7th, 2023 by Ed Hoffmann

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Cyber insurance is an essential component of a comprehensive risk management strategy for businesses of all sizes. It provides financial protection against losses and liability arising from cyber-attacks, data breaches, and other cybersecurity incidents....

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15 Ways to Protect Your Business From a Cyber Attack

January 26th, 2023 by Function4

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There are many reasons for the increase in cyber-attacks on businesses. One reason is that businesses increasingly use computer networks and the internet to conduct their operations. This provides more opportunities for hackers to gain access to sensitive...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity

Beware of O.MG Lightning Cables

January 17th, 2023 by Kevin Box

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Over the last few years, we've seen Information security spend increase at historical levels which is estimated to cost organizations more than $172 billion by the end of 2022 according to Gartner. Now, it seems a new threat is lurking by way of the...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity

How to Choose a Managed IT Service Provider for Your Business

January 9th, 2023 by Tina White

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Proper planning is key and of utmost importance. Your first goal is to define your current and future IT needs. Secondly, choose a managed IT service provider with a wide range of IT skills and capabilities. However, do not confuse cybersecurity with...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity, General, IT Services

Why Backup and Disaster Recovery Solutions Are Essential for a Business

January 6th, 2023 by Function4

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Backup and Disaster Recovery (BDR) solutions are becoming increasingly important for businesses of all sizes. Having a comprehensive BDR strategy in place ensures that companies can continue working even during the most difficult times, such as...

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Posted in: IT Services

Function4 Provides Comprehensive Incident Response and Disaster Recovery Plans to Their Customers

January 4th, 2023 by Function4

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Helps Local Businesses Plan Ahead for Any Situation SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is protecting small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs)...

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How IoT Devices Weaken Network Security and What You Can Do About It

January 3rd, 2023 by Kevin Box

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I've outlined in recent articles the vulnerabilities of printers on the network. To expand on this topic, we need to focus on the vulnerabilities of why this is the case and what are the best practices in fixing the problem. In this article, we will...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity

Remote Worker Printing and the New World of Work

December 27th, 2022 by Kevin Box

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Prior to COVID, printer fleets were mostly hybrid, meaning organizations deployed both larger workgroup copiers in specific locations around their office to maximize employee usage with some select employees having a desktop printer on their desk. After...

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Posted in: Managed Print Services

The Benefits of Network Monitoring

December 27th, 2022 by Function4

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Network monitoring provides a comprehensive view of the health and performance of your IT infrastructure. This helps you in identifying and troubleshooting any issues, as well as helping to maintain optimal network performance for maximum efficiency....

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Posted in: IT Services

Cyber Security: Ten Topics Everyone Should Know

November 30th, 2022 by Function4

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There are many tools and topics that everyone should know about cyber security, and we will be sharing details about them in this article. Here are ten topics everyone should know about cyber security: Business Email Compromise (BEC) BEC...

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Launching SaaS Alerting Technology to Manage Common Business Applications

October 26th, 2022 by Bill Patsouras

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Invests in Advanced Cybersecurity Tools SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), has increased their investments in an advanced cybersecurity technology...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity, Press Release

How Azure Arc Can Support Your Business

October 14th, 2022 by Function4

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What do you want to know about Azure Arc and how it can support your business? For starters, you can secure multi cloud, on-premises and hybrid infrastructure — all from a single pane of glass. To see how, schedule a free demo with one...

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Function4 Protects SMBs From DNS Attacks

October 12th, 2022 by Function4

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Leading Provider in Managed IT Services Shares Best Practices for Dealing with Data Attacks Through DNS SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4 a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is helping small to mid-sized...

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You Deserve the Best Managed Services Solutions

September 28th, 2022 by Function4

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Is your company growing and needs to expand but don't know whether to share system support or buy new? With the recent influx of companies moving to the cloud and collaborating from homes or different regions, IT solutions have become necessary for...

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Posted in: IT Services

Leveraging Powerful Artificial Intelligence Anti-Phishing Technology to Keep Email Inboxes Safe

September 8th, 2022 by Function4

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Leading MTSP Shares Why Email Is an Easy Way to Destroy A Company’s Network SUGAR LAND, TX - Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), recently announced that they are protecting small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) with...

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6 Ways to Ensure Your Printer Fleet is Hack Proof

August 29th, 2022 by Kevin Box

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Your organization is continuously creating confidential, valuable data that's critical to it running optimally and efficiently in real-time. And you're probably using multiple security methods–including authentication, encryption, and monitoring–to...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity, Managed Print Services

Secure Your Documents and Business with Document Management System – DMS

August 18th, 2022 by Function4

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A company's growth entails considerable documentation to keep track of all your spending and earnings along with what projects are being worked on and more. Imagine a growing company with an inefficient file management system that could...

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Protect Your Business with the Best Cybersecurity Firm

July 25th, 2022 by Function4

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The modern world is a world of computers and technology. Over the years, we have flourished and achieved outstanding accomplishments in many aspects, and technology is one of them. However, while technology has flourished, so has the prevalence...

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Function4 Prepares Customers to Leverage AI to Reshape Their Businesses

July 22nd, 2022 by Function4

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Leading MTSP Shares How Businesses Can Gain a Competitive Advantage with AI SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP) is preparing organizations to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to...

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Function4 Leverages Latest Technology to Manage Networks with Apple Devices

May 26th, 2022 by Function4

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Protects IT Networks that Rely on Apple/Mac Products SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that the company is...

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Function4 Selected to Share Their Expertise at Top IT Event

April 6th, 2022 by Function4

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Leading MTSP to Offer Their Technology Knowledge to Peers Around the U.S. and Canada SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that they’ve been selected to...

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Checking Chrome and Edge for Updates

March 29th, 2022 by Function4

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Note: Edge may already be up to date on its own, but for security reasons we are ensuring it is. Microsoft Edge Step 1: Open your Microsoft Edge browser Step 2: Click the 3 Dots (…) in the top-right corner Step 3: Hover...

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Protecting Customers from Data Breaches and Cyberthreats with Password Management

March 17th, 2022 by Function4

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Leading MTSP Shares Most Common Cause of Cyberattacks and How to Secure Any Organization SUGAR LAND, TX – February 25, 2022 - Function4 a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is protecting customers from the leading cause of cyberattacks...

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Posted in: Cybersecurity, Press Release

Function4 Announces Substantial Increase in IT Spending to Come in 2022

February 9th, 2022 by Function4

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Shares Significant Findings About IT Growth SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), recently shared that IT research and consulting...

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Preparing SMBs to Seamlessly Adopt Windows 11

January 4th, 2022 by Function4

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Leading MTSP Increases Their Customers’ Productivity with New Microsoft Applications SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4 a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is preparing small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) to upgrade their operating...

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Sustaining Business in an Uncertain World

October 26th, 2021 by Function4

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"The world of work cannot and should not look the same after this crisis." That's what the Secretary-General of the United Nations said recently. We all know the first chapter. When COVID-19 arrived, the business world had to pivot instantly and...

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Launching Secure WiFi-as-a-Service to Protect Customers from Cyber Attacks

September 30th, 2021 by Function4

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider (MTSP) Leverages Innovative Wireless Access Points to Secure Connections to the Internet SUGAR LAND, TX - Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that the...

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Our Cybersecurity Platform Deflects Recent Ransomware Attacks on Technology Companies

August 30th, 2021 by Function4

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Keeps SMBs Safe, Once Again SUGARLAND, TX Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), recently shared that their robust cybersecurity solutions have protected their customers...

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Attackers Have Successfully Hit the Nation’s Largest Corporations – Their Onslaught on SMBs Will be Worse – Are You Prepared?

July 30th, 2021 by Function4

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Shares How SMBs Can Protect Themselves from Cyberattacks and Ransomware Threats SUGARLAND, TX Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), recently shared that some of the nation's...

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Strategic Cybersecurity Partner, Sentinel One, Ranked #4 Fastest Growing Technology Company by CNBC

June 25th, 2021 by Function4

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Function4's Clients to Benefit from Early-Stage Partnership With Cybersecurity Firm SUGARLAND, TX -Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), recently announced that one of their earlystage strategic partners, Sentinel...

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Monitoring the Dark Web to Keep Customers' Information Safe

June 18th, 2021 by Function4

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider (MTSP) Alerts SMBs of Compromised Data SUGARLAND, TX - Function4 a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that the company proactively monitors the Dark Web to keep...

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Malware is Running Rampant - Learn The 3 Moves to Stop It

April 26th, 2021 by Function4

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Function4 Helps Customers Protect Their Precious Networks SUGAR LAND, TX Function4 a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), proactively helps businesses address the increased threat of malware affecting small to mid-sized...

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Helping Companies Transition to Remote Workforce

December 29th, 2020 by Function4

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Leading Managed Technology Services Company Giving Businesses the Capability to Work From Home SUGAR LAND, TX - Function4 a leader in managed technology services, announced today that the company is proactively helping small to mid-sized businesses...

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Providing Customers With a Technology Plan for Continued Operations

November 16th, 2020 by Function4

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider (MTSP) Helps Businesses Owners Persevere Through the Pandemic SUGAR LAND, TX - Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that the company is building technology...

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