Microsoft & SFA emphasize need for increased IT security among SMEs

The world's number one software company, Microsoft and the Small Firms Association (SFA) have highlighted the need for increased IT security among Irish SME's by advising them to be continuously vigilant against internal & external IT security risks that may exist in their organisations.

According to Microsoft, cyber attacks and network security infringements were on the rise, necessitating the need for the advice. The advice was given at a customer security seminar held in the Berkeley Court Hotel titled- "Keeping your network secure & reliable". Microsoft also said that it had made a concerted effort in the past few years to enhance the security features in its products.