June isn’t just the start of summer—it’s also National Internet Safety Month, a perfect time to check in on how well your business is protected online.
Whether you run a law office in Garden City, a medical practice in Ronkonkoma, or a real estate firm in Huntington, internet safety isn’t just a tech issue—it’s a business survival issue. Cyber threats are growing more sophisticated, and small to mid-sized businesses on Long Island are increasingly in the crosshairs.
Here’s what you need to know—and five practical steps you can take this month to strengthen your digital defenses.
5 Internet Safety Tips to Protect Your Long Island Business
1. Use Strong, Unique Passwords—Everywhere
If your team is still using simple or recycled passwords across accounts, you’re inviting trouble. Use a password manager to create and store strong, unique credentials for each system.
Bonus Tip: Require passwords to be updated every 90 days.
2. Turn On Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Even if a hacker gets your password, MFA stops them in their tracks. This simple feature adds a second layer of protection—such as a code sent to your phone—to verify your identity.
We wrote a full blog about MFA because it’s that important.
3. Train Your Staff to Spot Phishing Emails
All it takes is one employee clicking a fake link to compromise your entire network. Invest in quick, easy cybersecurity training to help your staff recognize scams, suspicious links, and fake attachments.
June is a great time to run a refresher training session.
4. Keep Software and Devices Updated
Software updates often include security patches to close up vulnerabilities. If you’re delaying updates—especially on routers, firewalls, or work computers—you’re leaving your business exposed.
Automate updates wherever possible or partner with an IT provider who can manage this for you.
5. Use a Secure Wi-Fi Network (and VPN for Remote Work)
If your office Wi-Fi has a weak password or no guest network, your data could be at risk. Make sure business and guest traffic are separated, and ensure remote workers use a VPN to encrypt their connections.
This is especially important if employees are working from cafés in Patchogue or home offices in Smithtown.
Let’s Make Internet Safety a Year-Round Habit
National Internet Safety Month is a reminder that good cybersecurity isn’t just for IT departments or large corporations. It’s for every business—especially local ones.
As a Long Island-based IT and cybersecurity provider, we help local businesses secure their operations with practical, affordable solutions—from audits and antivirus to training and ongoing support.
