Staying Safe in the Shadow of the Dark Web

The dark web attracts arms dealers, identity thieves and pedophiles in abundance, how to stay safe online—in a new article from eMazzanti Technologies

HOBOKEN, N.J. (PRWEB) May 31, 2018

A NYC area IT consultant and MSP reviews the dangers of the dark web and how to stay safe online in a new article from eMazzanti Technologies.

The informative article first clarifies common misconceptions about the dark web then lists steps to protect personal data and business assets. Readers are urged to work with data security professionals to achieve the best results.

"Understanding the dark web is helpful in protecting valuable business data," stated Jennifer Mazzanti, CEO, eMazzanti Technologies. "Modern cyber-security technology and best practices are designed to keep sensitive information from falling into the hands of the bad actors lurking there."

Below are a few excerpts from the article, "Staying Safe in the Shadow of the Dark Web"

Dark Web vs. Deep Web

"Contrary to some reports, the dark web does not include over 90 percent of the internet. This common misconception arises from confusion between two related terms. In reality, the internet includes several layers."

"Deep web – Also known as the invisible web, this is by far the largest layer of the internet, with over 90 percent of all internet content. The bulk of this information involves perfectly legal content that is not indexed by the standard search engines. Your medical records, banking information and other member-only web sites live here."

"Dark web – Sites on the dark web are accessible only with special software that allows users to communicate and transact business anonymously. While this creates a haven for criminals, it also serves a legitimate purpose for whistleblowers, activists and victims who need to remain anonymous."

Identity Theft and the Dark Web

"If the dark web includes only about three percent of the internet, do I need to be concerned? Yes. Remember Equifax and Target? Whenever a web site experiences a data breach involving personally identifiable information, that information will almost certainly appear for sale on the dark web, likely within hours."

Navigate the Web with Expert Guides

Business leaders should keep in mind that a breach of company systems means not only data loss but also potentially a loss of reputation. To guard critical data, employ multi-layer security. For merchants, if EMV chip technology not already been implemented for point of sale (POS) systems, they should do that now.

As with any potentially dangerous territory, the internet is a much safer place when working with an experienced guide. The experts at eMazzanti build strategies to keep personal and business data safe. Whether implementing secure cloud solutions or tapping into eMazzanti's considerable retail security expertise, business leaders can count on getting the protection they need.

Related resource information:

5 Effective Cybersecurity Practices to Protect Your Family Office

The Risks of GDPR Non-Compliance

About eMazzanti Technologies

eMazzanti's team of trained, certified IT experts rapidly deliver retail and payment technology, digital marketing services, cloud and mobile solutions, multi-site implementations, 24×7 outsourced network management, remote monitoring and support to increase productivity, data security and revenue growth for clients ranging from law firms to high-end global retailers.

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