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Using Network Traffic Analysis to Enhance Security
Understanding Network Traffic Analysis Services Network Traffic Analysis Services are at the forefront of cybersecurity, serving as the vigilant eyes that monitor, capture, and scrutinize every bit of data that traverses an organization's network. These services are essential tools for [...]
Reducing Insider Threats with Employee Training
Understanding Insider Threats in Today's Cybersecurity Landscape In an era where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated, understanding the nuances and implications of insider threats is crucial for organizations. Insider threats stem from individuals within an organization who have access to [...]
Preventing Malware Through Email Attachment Filtering
Understanding the Risks: How Email Attachments Can Compromise Your IT Infrastructure Email Attachment Security Filtering is a critical component in safeguarding IT infrastructure from cyber threats. Malware, an umbrella term for malicious software such as viruses, worms, and trojans, poses [...]
Why Immutable Backups Are Critical for Data Protection
Understanding the Basics of Data Protection Immutable Data Backup Solutions have become an essential aspect of modern IT management, providing a robust defense mechanism against data loss and cyber-attacks. At Alvaka, we recognize the importance of safeguarding our client's data [...]
Strengthening Defenses with Phishing Simulation Exercises
Understanding the Threat Landscape: The Rising Tide of Phishing Attacks Phishing Simulation Training for teams is rapidly becoming a necessity in the modern threat landscape. As cyber threats evolve, phishing remains a consistent and effective tactic for adversaries seeking to [...]
Aligning Email Security with Compliance Standards
The Necessity of Robust Email Security Practices Understanding Crucial Email Protection Strategies In today's digital age, email is the cornerstone of communication within the business landscape, serving as an essential conduit for the exchange of sensitive information. As we rely [...]
Smoke testing is a term used to describe the testing process for servers after patches are applied. 
Estimating an average time for patching servers and PCs can be a bit tricky. It can vary from one month to the next, depending upon the number and complexity of the patches released by your software vendors. You must consider all versions of operating systems and have a complete inventory of all your application software to do this job correctly. Our experience has shown that manual patching of systems takes on average of about 1.5 hours each.
This is a basic cost calculator for you to compute your typical monthly cost for patching your servers, PCs, laptops, tablets and associated application software. It also forms the basis for you to begin calculating your Return on Investment for software patching, or for comparison with alternatives to the manual process of patching operating systems and application software—such as Patch Management as a Service, also known as Vulnerability Management as a Service.
