{"id":256709,"date":"2024-12-05T03:33:36","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T11:33:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/?p=256709"},"modified":"2025-02-11T06:38:00","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T14:38:00","slug":"hey-it-managers-chill-out-this-christmas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/en-uk\/news\/blog\/hey-it-managers-chill-out-this-christmas","title":{"rendered":"Hey, IT managers. Chill out this Christmas!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span lang=\"EN\">Managing an IT department is a tough job. It\u2019s nearly time for a well-deserved break. But how can you properly relax this holiday season, without that nagging feeling that something could go drastically wrong?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The festive season has proved lucrative for cyberattackers in recent years. With many employees off for the holidays and networks less monitored, cybercriminals see this as the perfect opportunity to strike.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span lang=\"EN\">But there\u2019s good news: with the right tools and strategies, IT managers can maintain a secure network without constant monitoring or sleepless nights. Here\u2019s how Faronics can help ensure your holiday season stays worry-free.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/en-uk\/news\/blog\/hey-it-managers-chill-out-this-christmas\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-256721\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-256721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div>\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN\">The power of automation<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span lang=\"EN\">Automation is a game-changer in cybersecurity, especially during periods of reduced staffing. Solutions like <\/span><span lang=\"EN\"><a href=\"https:\/\/faronicscloud.com\/pages\/deep-freeze\"><b>Faronics<\/b><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/en-uk\/deep-freeze-on-cloud?CC=BLOG\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/en-uk\/deep-freeze-on-cloud?CC=BLOG\"><b>Cloud Deep Freeze<\/b><\/a><\/span><b><span lang=\"EN\"> <\/span><\/b><span lang=\"EN\">allow IT managers to automate tasks such as system restores, software updates, and antivirus scans. With Faronics Cloud Deep Freeze, systems can be configured to \u2018freeze\u2019 after each session, or according to a set schedule, returning to a safe, original state no matter what changes were made. This powerful automation provides peace of mind that you can recover from an attack without even doing anything. Even if a system is exposed to malware, a simple reboot wipes out any lingering threats.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN\">Block ransomware and other advanced threats<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span lang=\"EN\">Cyberattacks, particularly ransomware, are on the rise during holiday seasons. With solutions like <\/span><span lang=\"EN\"><a href=\"https:\/\/faronicscloud.com\/pages\/anti-executable\"><b>Faronics Anti-Executable<\/b><\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN\">, IT managers can prevent unauthorised applications from running, blocking ransomware and other dangerous software before they have a chance to infect the system. Anti-Executable&#8217;s powerful whitelisting capabilities mean that only trusted applications can run, reducing the risk of infection from holiday phishing attacks or unsuspecting employee clicks.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN\">Ensure software is patched and up-to-date<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span lang=\"EN\">Leaving systems unpatched or outdated is one of the most common vulnerabilities exploited by hackers, particularly over holidays when IT teams are unavailable. <\/span><span lang=\"EN\"><a href=\"https:\/\/faronicscloud.com\/pages\/software-updater\"><b>Software Updater<\/b><\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN\"> makes it easy to schedule software updates and Windows updates overnight without disrupting operations. By keeping your systems up-to-date, you significantly reduce the risk of exploitation through unpatched vulnerabilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/en-uk\/news\/blog\/hey-it-managers-chill-out-this-christmas\/shutterstock_2203559269\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-256729\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2203559269-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-256729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2203559269-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2203559269-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2203559269-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2203559269-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2203559269-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2203559269-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2203559269-240x135.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2203559269.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div>\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN\">Secure remote access for remote monitoring<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span lang=\"EN\">Even if you\u2019re away from the office, maintaining visibility into your network is essential. Faronics provides cloud-based tools that allow IT managers to monitor systems from one centralised console. A helpful array of reports, dashboards and alerts ensure real-time protection, and notification of suspicious activity, even if you\u2019re checking in from a holiday destination.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/en-uk\/news\/blog\/hey-it-managers-chill-out-this-christmas\/shutterstock_1837542046\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-256737\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_1837542046-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-256737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_1837542046-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_1837542046-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_1837542046-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_1837542046-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_1837542046-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_1837542046-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_1837542046-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_1837542046-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_1837542046.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div>\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN\">Enjoy a cyberattack-free holiday with Faronics<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span lang=\"EN\">With the right cybersecurity solutions <\/span><span lang=\"EN\"><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span lang=\"EN\">in place, IT managers can enjoy their holidays without the looming worry of cyberattacks. Faronics provides the automation, control, and monitoring that modern networks need to stay secure, even when staffing is minimal. So you can really enjoy your break &#8211; Faronics has your back this holiday season.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span lang=\"EN\">To find out more about how you can chill out this Christmas, please register for one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/faronicscloud.com\/pages\/events\">webinars<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managing an IT department is a tough job. It\u2019s nearly time for a well-deserved break. But how can you properly relax this holiday season, without that nagging feeling that something could go drastically wrong?<\/p>\n<p>The festive season has proved lucrative for cyberattackers in recent years. With many employees off for the holidays and networks less monitored, cybercriminals see this as the perfect opportunity to strike.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But there\u2019s good news: with the right tools and strategies, IT managers can maintain a secure network without constant monitoring or sleepless nights. Here\u2019s how Faronics can help ensure your holiday season stays worry-free.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/en-uk\/news\/blog\/hey-it-managers-chill-out-this-christmas\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-256721\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-256721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/assets\/shutterstock_2373647849-copy.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div> The power of automation <\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automation is a game-changer in cybersecurity, especially during periods of reduced staffing. Solutions like <a href=\"https:\/\/faronicscloud.com\/pages\/deep-freeze\">Faronics<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/en-uk\/deep-freeze-on-cloud?CC=BLOG\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/en-uk\/deep-freeze-on-cloud?CC=BLOG\">Cloud Deep Freeze<\/a> allow IT managers to automate tasks such as system restores, software updates, and antivirus scans. With Faronics Cloud Deep Freeze, systems can be configured to \u2018freeze\u2019 after each session, or according to a set schedule, returning to a safe, original state no matter what changes were made. This powerful automation provides peace of mind that you can recover from an attack without even doing anything. Even if a system is exposed to malware, a simple reboot wipes <\/p>\n<div class=\"more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.faronics.com\/en-uk\/news\/blog\/hey-it-managers-chill-out-this-christmas\">Continue Reading&#8230;<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"author":150,"featured_media":256713,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3380,3400,3398,3390],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-256709","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog-3","category-computers-en-uk","category-tech-trends-en-uk","category-technology-trends-en-uk"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.4 (Yoast SEO v27.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Hey, IT managers. 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