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Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693
4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews

Small Business Security

Cybersecurity is one of the most overlooked but important aspects when running a small business. It’s hard enough that you have to worry about all your other costs, like payroll and supplies; why a…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693
4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews

What is SOC Compliance?

SOC compliance is a term you might find floating around the internet and particularly in the information technology space. The abbreviation stands for “system and organization controls” complianc…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693
4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews

What's STILL Driving Ransomware?

Have you ever wondered why ransomware is such an issue? It’s because people are still falling for it! Ransomware has become more complex and sophisticated in order to steal data from businesses,…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693
4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews

Remote Access to the Office

If you are a remote worker or occasionally work from home, you have probably used one or more of the three common methods for gaining remote access to the office. Many companies just take the bui…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693
4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews

Troubleshooting Cable Internet Speeds

When you are having issues with your internet, sometimes it makes sense to wait it out. But what should you do if you experience a persistent issue or need your internet to work from home? Chris s…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693
4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews

What is Wireless MIMO?

Have you noticed that cell phones, laptops, and wireless routers seem to get faster every year? Why is that? This is due to a technology called "wireless Multiple Input Multiple Output" or for …
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693
4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews

What's NOT Included in Normal Business Insurance

Cybercrime is one of the most costly and dangerous threats to small businesses. If you have business insurance, that means you’ve already taken a step in the right direction but will your policies …
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693
4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews

Three Vital Pillars of Cybersecurity Framework

When you are putting together a cybersecurity plan for your business you must consider the three pillars of cybersecurity: People, Process, and Technology. Most businesses will invest in the technolo…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693
4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews

Private vs Public WiFi Networks

Do you know the difference between a private and public network? Which type does your business need? Petra Technologies’ CEO Chris Cummings gives us an overview of three types of networks, their di…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693
4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews

What is BEC (Business Email Compromises)?

Are hackers lurking in your inbox? Would you even know if they were? BEC stands for Business Email Compromises, which is a broad term for when a hacker gets access to your business email account,&…