Dinner is burning, the baby is screaming and your work call won’t end — just another Tuesday night at home, yes? Even as you’re trying to salvage burnt toast and adult through the drudgery of work, your teen is happily clicking around online, obliviously to the perils that could be creeping just one click away.
Yikes! I mean sure, the internet is great and all, but it’s not really a happy-go-lucky kind of place. The internet is both a beautiful and cruel place, because – come on – it can be BLOODY TERRIBLE. In this world where cyberbullying occurs and where there is malware, not to mention inappropriate content abound in the Google search results, the World Wide Web could still be a scary place for kids (some of us adults too!!).
But what if you are a busy parent? Introducing your very own managed IT service provider (MSP), the digital nanny.
Like your friendly neighbourhood tech fairy godparent, but for the whole fam. They do the writing on the wall — aka the fire-walls… and those know-it-all parental controls and anti-virus software — so you don’t have to, growing with your family.
Here is how a managed IT solution provider can be your ally in the war of online security.
Fortress Firewall – An MSP would never leave the front door to your house wide open, so they set up a strong firewall just to ensure your digital home is secure. In this way, an invisible barrier is created that passes all incoming data through it ensuring only safe material shall reach your devices.
Antivirus Software Avenger: Think about antivirus software as the bouncer of your digital household. This includes some of the world’s best security software to help lock out unwanted friends like malware, viruses and a whole host of other nasties that may leave your devices in tatters and have you scratching your head on how best to keep them secure and personal information kept private.
Parental Control Powerhouse: Parents, we all know that your kids will soon become curious kittens. Look for Parental Controls (MSP can help you with this if not already a feature) to filter out inappropriate content, limit screen time (because hello, eye strain!), or bar access to sites/apps. It is sort of like a digital bouncer showing only what it thinks you kids should be able to access online, keeping the internet nice and fun while keeping all the weird stuff behind velvet ropes.
Peace of Mind Patrol: The digital environment is a fluid one with constant evolution of threats. An MSP is always up to date with the current security trends, so you do not have to. They will monitor your network for any signs of trouble and be on hand to remedy any problems before they turn into major headaches.
But Wait, There’s More! In addition to acting as your online security squad, an MSP can be a tech solution dream squad. Assistance for setting up a new device Problem with your Wi-Fi? Your MSP is your guy (or gal!) and can filter through coding tutorials and error messages for all things tech
Price tag of your Peace of Mind: Now, if we talk the bitter truth, you do not get an MSP for cheap. But that is the thing: the cost of a data breach or a cyberattack can be much higher. Such as the theft of your identity, financial losses and the emotional toll due to having to deal with online threats. In the grand scheme of things, an MSP is just another cost – but the peace of mind that comes with knowing your family is that bit safer from harm is immeasurable.
How about you Ditch the Stress, Embrace the Tech Guardian: No, you don’t have to go it alone in this digital world. Think of it this way: you can have a digital nanny protecting your family from online dangers while you get back to what you do best – being a parent! Having a managed IT provider (MSP) by your side acts like a virtual guard dog, keeping your kids safe in their digital playground, so you can relax and enjoy some peace of mind.