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Total Networks Announced as a Top Phoenix IT Services Company by UpCity!
Total Networks is thrilled to officially announce that we have been recognized as one of the top IT services companies in Phoenix and nationally by UpCity! When it comes to your IT infrastructure, there’s no time for waiting around. Problems and concerns need to be...
Password Do’s and Don’ts
Password Awareness is a way to promote better password hygiene across your organization and educate your employees. Remember, all it takes is a single weak password to put your organization at risk. Make sure that all employees at all levels of your organization are...
How to Build Trust of your Business Technology
Technology can be a daunting investment for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Between the initial cost and the time and effort it takes to maintain and keep up with technology, it’s little wonder why so many SMBs are hesitant to invest in it. However, when...
Total Networks Owner Stephanie Kinsey Selected as 2022 Phoenix Titan 100
We are excited to share that Titan CEO and headline sponsors, Class VI Partners and Wipfli LLP, have selected Total Networks CEO/ CFO Stephanie Kinsey, CEO/ CFO as a 2022 Phoenix Titan 100. "I am honored to be included in this select group of leaders! To remain...
Why regularly rebooting your computer is still a good idea
We recommend that all Total Networks clients restart their computers at the end of the workday. This simple habit not only improves overall performance, but it also allows patches to be installed overnight for better security and fewer interruptions. There is no need...
How to Avoid Multifactor Authentication Failures
Welcome to Episode 30 of Practical Business Technology, where we keep you in-the-know about technology's impact on business. In this episode on How to Avoid Multifactor Authentication Failures Dave and Stephanie Kinsey discuss gotchas to be aware of with respect to...
Why AntiVirus Software Cannot Stop Ransomware
AntiVirus (AV) software is a tool in your security toolbox. But AV software alone is not going to stop the bad actors from infiltrating your systems. It is important, but it is only one item on a checklist of necessary precautions. And this checklist MUST continually...
Preparing for New CMMC Requirements Now
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a comprehensive move by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) that involves many moving parts and will take years to implement fully. Do not procrastinate implementing the new security controls until the last...