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Security for MSPs: VDPs, Bug Bounties, and Responsible Disclosure

MSP Best Practices

Jun 09, 2021

Security for MSPs: VDPs, Bug Bounties, and Responsible Disclosure

Justin Bacco

In the year 2021, information security is everyone’s problem.

10 Questions With: Vince Tinnirello of Anchor Network Solutions — Denver

MSP Best Practices

Jun 08, 2021

10 Questions With: Vince Tinnirello of Anchor Network Solutions — Denver

David Weiss

In this new series for the Datto Blog, we shine the spotlight on our partners! Hear from Vince Tinnirello of Anchor Network Solutions in this post.

What is a Managed Service Provider (MSP)?

MSP Best Practices Partner Program

Jun 07, 2021

What is a Managed Service Provider (MSP)?

Courtney Heinbach

When discussing whether or not a company should outsource its IT department to a managed service provider (MSP), the first step is to understand exactly what an MSP is and does.

Practitioner Certification Now Available for Datto SaaS Protection

MSP Best Practices Partner Program SaaS Protection

Jun 04, 2021

Practitioner Certification Now Available for Datto SaaS Protection

Jeff Reinholtz

Our latest certification, The Datto Certified Practitioner - SaaS Protection is the next learning offering focused on ensuring our partners get the most value out of their Datto SaaS Protection product.

MSP Best Practices

May 31, 2021

A Look at the MSP’s Day to Day

Courtney Heinbach

Billing. Service delivery. Ransomware prevention. Ransomware response and recovery. Marketing and sales. These are just a few of the things managed service providers (MSPs) think about during a day on the job serving the world’s small and medium businesses.

BCDR MSP Best Practices

May 28, 2021

Azure Server Protection: Why and How

Andrew Burton

As a managed service provider (MSP), it is imperative to communicate the need for backup and recovery of cloud server workloads to clients. So, let's take a quick look at the why and how of Azure server protection.

What is Ryuk Ransomware and How Does it Work?

Cybersecurity Ransomware

May 27, 2021

What is Ryuk Ransomware and How Does it Work?

Rotem Shemesh

Here's everything MSPs and their clients need to know about Ryuk ransomware.

10 Questions With: Blake Dowling of Aegis Business Technologies — Tallahassee, FL

Guest Blogs

May 26, 2021

10 Questions With: Blake Dowling of Aegis Business Technologies — Tallahassee, FL

David Weiss

In this new series for the Datto Blog, we shine the spotlight on our partners! In this Q&A, hear from Blake Dowling at Aegis Business Technologies in Tallahassee, Florida.

Second Draw PPP Loans Cover Cloud Computing and Business Software

MSP Best Practices

May 21, 2021

Second Draw PPP Loans Cover Cloud Computing and Business Software

Courtney Heinbach

The United States government has approved $284 million in loan assistance for small businesses to ease financial strain due to the global pandemic, and there's good news for IT providers.

Datto Networking WiFi-6 APs: Delivering MSPs Efficiency, Security, and Expanded Coverage

Datto Products Networking

May 20, 2021

Datto Networking WiFi-6 APs: Delivering MSPs Efficiency, Security, and Expanded Coverage

David Weiss

WiFi-6 Access Points (APs) have arrived for Datto partners, and that means more than just speed.

Checklist: Hurricane Disaster Recovery Businesses

MSP Best Practices

May 19, 2021

Checklist: Hurricane Disaster Recovery Businesses

Kira Pogge

Hurricane season is fast approaching. Here are some steps to take to ensure you are ready to help your clients weather the storm.

What is Maze Ransomware and How Does it Work?

Cybersecurity Ransomware

May 18, 2021

What is Maze Ransomware and How Does it Work?

Rotem Shemesh

Maze Ransomware has been in the headlines non-stop ever since it was first reported in May 2019. It has been used to attack individual companies, governments, and increasingly – and perhaps most worryingly – MSPs.