Securing Your Network — What Every Business Must Do in 2025

In 2025, network security is no longer a set-it-and-forget-it firewall. Attacks are no longer random — they’re targeted, coordinated, and persistent. And small businesses are now prime targets because attackers know you’re likely underprotected and overworked.

If you think a basic router and antivirus are enough, you’re exposed.

Why Your Network Is the Front Door to Everything

Your network connects everything you use: phones, laptops, servers, email, customer records, accounting systems, cameras, printers — everything. If your network is compromised, everything behind it is too.

Modern attackers don’t smash the front door — they sneak through an open port, a compromised IoT device, or an unpatched printer. Once inside, they move laterally, learn your systems, and strike when the damage will be greatest.

The 5 Non-Negotiable Layers of Network Protection

At Computer Solutions, we design every client’s network around five key layers of security:

1. Perimeter Defense Next-gen firewalls with intrusion prevention systems (IPS) and deep packet inspection.

2. Internal Segmentation Don’t let malware spread freely. We create isolated VLANs and enforce strict access controls.

3. Endpoint Protection EDR solutions detect unusual behavior on your devices — not just known viruses.

4. Encrypted Communication Every internal and external connection (including printer traffic) should be encrypted and authenticated.

5. Zero Trust Enforcement Never trust, always verify. No device, user, or service is trusted by default — even inside the network.
   

Are You Already Compromised?

We often run scans for new clients and find:

• Remote desktop ports open to the internet

• Wi-Fi routers with default passwords

• Printers exposed without authentication

• Shared folders accessible from anywhere
  

Most business owners don’t even know these things are dangerous — until they get hit.

What You Should Do Right Now

✅ Step 1: Run your free CyberScore scan It checks your digital footprint and alerts you to exposed systems before criminals find them. https://app.thecyberscore.com/?id=marioncs

✅ Step 2: Schedule a 15-minute consultation with Dr. John We’ll review your network at a high level and identify where you’re most vulnerable. https://calendly.com/dr_john/15min

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