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Extreme Networks targets simplicity with Platform ONE for MSPs
Networking automation provider Extreme Networks has announced a new program for MSPs, which includes access to its Extreme Platform ONE to address modern cost and billing challenges. Available from March 31, the firm said the initiative features the industry’s first and only consumption-based billing model and has been designed to equip MSPs with increased flexibility, simplicity, and cost savings. The…
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Seven pitfalls MSPs should avoid when building a resilient IT organization
Managed service providers (MSPs) are always on high alert to avoid system outages. The CrowdStrike outage in July 2024 amped up that anxiety, testing many MSPs to the hilt. Successful channel players were the ones that could quickly identify failed systems, assess repercussions, and move fast to the recovery stage. Backups and business continuity plans were activated on an unprecedented…
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Guardz launches new “Ultimate Plan” for MSPs
Cybersecurity provider Guardz has unveiled its “Ultimate Plan”, a new premium offering designed to simplify security automation for MSPs through SentinelOne’s EDR capabilities. Building on the companies’ existing collaborative relationship, the plan bolsters Guardz’ AI-native unified detection and response platform with embedded endpoint protection from SentinelOne to help MSPs minimize manual intervention, reduce complexity, and resolve cyber threats. By integrating…
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64% of MSPs reported revenue increases last year – in 2025 they want to supercharge profitability
MSPs have reported profitability as being their number one focus for 2025, according to new research from Kaseya, alongside optimism for their future growth. The cybersecurity IT management firm’s survey findings have been documented as part of its State of the MSP Industry 2025 Look Ahead: Trends, Growth and Strategies for Success report, which records current trends among top-earning MSPs.…
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2025 will be another big year for MSPs as Kaseya CEO teases ‘earth-shattering’ announcements
Kaseya’s mission to change the fortunes of MSPs for the better continues unabated as its CEO has confirmed some big news is mere months away. Speaking to Channel Pro at the end of November, fresh from DattoCon Miami and APAC, Fred Voccola gave a comprehensive recap of recent announcements and the importance of the SAS Alerts acquisition. He also offered…
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Elevating compliance standards for MSPs in 2025
Cybersecurity is set to undergo significant changes in the coming years with a raft of new regulations set to come into effect in 2025. To name just a few, the EU is introducing new cybersecurity regulations in late 2024 and 2025. The Network and Information Security Directive (NIS2) takes effect in October 2024, requiring businesses to strengthen threat management and…
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How MSPs can manage their revenue better
Managed service providers (MSPs) provide essential IT and technology services in a fast-growing market. Many smaller and medium-sized companies in particular have come to rely heavily on their MSP partner, who is fundamental to how they run and secure their business. In fact, a recently published report from Grand View Research underlined the increasing reliance on managed services, forecasting a…
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The Best Network Monitoring For MSPs of 2024
What is network monitoring? Network monitoring constantly checks the network’s activities and network equipment performance. The most important factors to look out for are device failure or overloading. A network device monitor repeatedly polls the network, receiving reports from device agents. The device agents constantly scan the devices that host them, keeping their reports up to date and ready to…
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The Best RMM Tools For MSPs of 2024
What is an RMM? An RMM is a package of tools that perform remote monitoring and management – which is what “RMM” stands for. An RMM includes automation for IT asset management, which includes a monitoring service that will identify performance problems and generate alerts accordingly. The package should also provide task automation for software deployment and updating duties. The…
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Volt Typhoon Hackers Exploit Zero-Day Vulnerability in Versa Director Servers Used by MSPs, ISPs
Volt Typhoon, a Chinese state-sponsored hacking group, has been caught exploiting a zero-day vulnerability in Versa Director servers, used by managed service providers and internet service providers. CVE-2024-39717 was added to CISA’s “Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog” on Aug. 23 after Lumen Technologies discovered its active exploitation. Data from Censys shows that there are 163 devices in the U.S., Philippines, Shanghai,…
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