Welcome to The Watchdog
IT & Cybersecurity Insights for Business Leaders
Stay informed. Stay protected. Stay ahead.
The Watchdog is where business owners, office managers, and IT decision-makers turn for practical insight into managing technology, reducing risk, and supporting growth.
At Network Computer Pros, we’ve spent decades helping professional businesses navigate real-world IT challenges — from cybersecurity threats to scaling infrastructure. This is where we share what we see in the field and what actually works.
Whether you’re running a law firm, architecture practice, accounting firm, construction company, or another growing business, these insights are designed to help you make smarter technology decisions.
What You’ll Find Here
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Practical small business cybersecurity strategies
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Compliance guidance for HIPAA and regulated industries
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Remote work and hybrid environment best practices
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Backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning
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Managed IT strategies that scale with growth
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Lessons learned from real-world IT failures and recoveries
We don’t publish fluff. Just direct, experience-backed guidance from a team that manages business IT environments every day.
Explore the latest posts below.
Trojan Horses Aren’t Merely Greek Myths or Computer Viruses
Before it was a way to infect computer networks with a virus, the Trojan Horse was the way that Odysseus—he of Greek mythology—and his fellow soldiers snuck into the city of Troy to put an end to the Trojan war finally. Both the digital and the wooden versions have...
Disaster Recovery 101: What to Do After a Data Breach — and How to Prevent One
Every business is vulnerable — but not every business is prepared. When a cyberattack hits, what you do next can make or break your recovery. A well-executed response plan can reduce downtime, limit data loss, and preserve your reputation. This guide outlines the...
Common IT Issues for Small to Mid-Sized Businesses
Common IT issues for small to mid-sized businesses can derail growth, frustrate employees, and expose you to security risks. With the right planning, you can anticipate and avoid these pitfalls before they disrupt operations. In this guide, we’ll cover the top...
The Benefits of Symantec Endpoint Protection
Our research shows that BitDefender GravityZone is better for your business network than Symantec Endpoint Protection for businesses Our focus at Network Computer Pros is to ALWAYS think about the client's networks' best interests and keep the data secure. When we...
6 Signs Your Business Has Outgrown Your Current IT Support
As your company grows, so do the demands on your technology. What worked in the past might now be holding you back — especially if your IT support isn’t keeping up.
Redundant Backups Are Essential for Business Continuity
If you want to make your IT provider squirm, just say one word: SPOF—short for “Single Point of Failure.” It’s one of the biggest risks any business can face when it comes to technology. Having a backup is good. But relying on a single backup stored in one location?...
Is Remote Desktop Access Secure?
Learn Ways To Leverage The Benefits Of Remote Desktop Access While Ensuring Your Corporate Network Is Safe And Secure Is your current IT provider hard to track down and even harder to get to your office to fix network and computer problems? This is why many...
CryptoLocker, WannaCry, and Other Ransomware: How to Avoid Becoming a Victim (and What to Do if You’re Hit)
Use These Tips To Avoid Being Hit By Malware That Renders Computers Useless Until Cybercriminals Are Paid A Ransom If your organization hasn’t been hit with ransomware, you’ve been fortunate. This is a growing type of cyber-attack that can render its victims helpless,...
Small Business IT Security Checklist: Protect Your Systems, Data, and Team
Securing your business IT infrastructure isn’t optional—it’s critical. As your company grows, so do your cybersecurity risks. Small and mid-sized businesses are now prime targets for cyberattacks due to weaker defenses and limited internal resources. Whether you have...
Why Your Business Benefits from Working with a Microsoft Partner
When you hire an IT provider, you’re not just buying tech support — you’re trusting a team to keep your business running securely and efficiently. That’s why it matters that Network Computer Pros is a certified Microsoft Partner and employs multiple...