We’re excited to introduce MSP360 Managed Backup 7.0, with the new Backup Storage Browser feature, the ability to seamlessly add network shares to the backup plan source directly from the management console, Windows Server restore directly to cloud-based virtual machines, an Overdue status for endpoints on the Computers page, and the ability to authorize computers in a single user flow with a new Authorize group action. Continue reading
Integrate MSP360 Managed Backup into Your Help Desk Portal with Email
Earlier we had an article on 7 best free and open-source ticket systems for MSPs. Today we want to show you how you can integrate the MSP360 Managed Backup solution with your help desk portal using email.
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Top 10 PowerShell Commands Every IT Admin Should Know
PowerShell needs no introduction — it’s the configuration management and task automation framework of choice for the Windows environment. It combines the flexibility of a powerful scripting language with the power and speed of the command line to help IT admins orchestrate, automate and troubleshoot common IT functions. Continue reading
MSP360 Backup 3.0 for macOS & Linux
A new version of MSP360 Backup for Linux and macOS has just come off the slipway. The new release features a number of improvements over MSP360 Backup 2.9 for Linux and macOS.
The new features are based on our customers’ requests and appear as a result of the teamwork between customers and developers.
New feature list:
- SFTP protocol support
- Compression and encryption improvements
- File search in backup storage
- UI/UX minor improvements.
Download MSP360 Backup for macOS and Linux 3.0 and do not hesitate to share your feedback in comments.
Your MSP Goodwill Is The Key to Business Survival
When your customers are struggling, the best thing you can do is be supportive. During challenging times, your customers need you to help them stay afloat by providing them with options instead of roadblocks. If you can accomplish that, you’ll reap the rewards later. Continue reading
8 Multi-OS Environment Security Best Practices
As an MSP, you may find yourself managing IT infrastructures or environments that include a mix of different operating systems. You might be working with Linux and Windows servers at the same time, for example. Or you may be supporting Windows workstations alongside Macs. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 13-17 April
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? This week Amazon gave the Outposts hybrid cloud service to GovCloud; the U.S. Defense Department's internal watchdog says there was no interference in Jedi bidding; log-in credentials were stolen in a San Francisco International Airport hack; webhooks are a vulnerability in Slack; and a Ragnar ransomware attack against energy giant EDP. Let's see what's going on.
The MSP’s Guide To Vetting Cybersecurity Vendors
As the cybersecurity market grows, it has become increasingly difficult for managed service providers to assess the value of third-party vendors. Typically, MSPs must now assess hundreds of different products, even within a fair niche product category, and each with different features and price points. In this article, we’ll take a look at a basic set of practices for assessing different cybersecurity vendors for MSPs, and show you how to get the most out of your interactions with them. Continue reading
Want to Keep Your Employees Happy? Ask Yourself These Three Questions
No matter what you do, some employees will never be happy with the decisions you make as a leader, but if you create a more inviting workplace, many of them will show their appreciation for your efforts by being more productive. Continue reading
7 Ideas for MSPs While Working From Home
If you think working from home is a waste of time, think again. You might be missing out on some of the true gems this unique situation offers. Working from an office or going to customer sites can help MSPs stay super-busy, but they may not get a lot done. Continue reading
Not Offering Anti-Phishing Training? Why Not?
With phishing attacks on the rise, businesses of all sizes are falling victim to the proliferation of scammers in today’s world. Assisting your clients with identifying these types of attacks not only protects them from external threat actors but also shows your added value as an expert in the field.
News You Might’ve Missed. 7-10 April
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? Amazon releases its new application for Windows migrations, Microsoft buys corp.com, a PSA on fake Zoom installers, and phishing scammers are impersonating some prominent government officials. Let's see what's going on.