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N-able N-central Quarterly Roundup - Q3 2024

Hear from Mike Adler, Chief Technical Office and Chief Product Officer at N-able, for the newest updates for N-central RMM. Some highlights include an enhanced analytics system, paginated reports, agent reliability, audit log preview, and more. Stay tuned for more updates from Mike as N-central continues to get better each quarter.

6 Benefits of Remote Monitoring and Management for Your Clients' IT Infrastructure

Effective management of IT infrastructure is essential for any business looking to minimize interruptions, enhance system performance, and secure a competitive advantage. Among those benefiting from these tools are managed service providers (MSPs), who play a pivotal role in optimizing and securing IT infrastructures for a diverse clientele. In today's complex business landscape, managed service providers are crucial to achieving sustained operational efficiency and resilience in IT systems.

SNMP Ports: Everything You Need to Know for Efficient Network Management

Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is a widely used network monitoring and management protocol. It allows you to keep track of the status and performance of the devices on your network, like routers, switches, servers, and printers. A key component of SNMP are the ports used for communication between the SNMP manager (the monitoring system) and SNMP agents (software on the monitored devices).

What is Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Software?

Organizations are rapidly adopting endpoint detection and response software to address the challenge and strengthen their overall network infrastructure security. Why? In large part because endpoints are used by the weakest link in the cybersecurity chain (humans!) and therefore create business risk. Endpoint devices typically have internet access, can reach sensitive internal data, and are primarily used by people who aren’t cybersecurity professionals.

What is Endpoint Monitoring? Definitions, Benefits & Best Practices

Endpoints are a prime target for threat actors. In fact, 68% of the respondents to a Ponenmon study reported experiencing an endpoint attack that successfully compromised data or IT infrastructure. And, with IBM pegging the average cost of a data breach at $4.88 million USD, it’s clear that effective endpoint monitoring and security is a key objective for organizations of all sizes. As the stakes for endpoint security increase, so does the complexity.

What is Android Enterprise?

In this article, you will learn about what is Android Enterprise and its nuances. Android has emerged as the market leader in the mobile world, with its influence extending far beyond personal use. In today’s business landscape, Android devices are increasingly favored for their affordability, diverse functionalities, and open-source nature. However, managing a fleet of mobile devices, especially across various Android versions and models, presents a significant security challenge.