Why SMBs Need VPN Protection, Now More Than Ever

How cloud-based VPNs (virtual private networks) can improve and simplify remote work security for MSPs and their customers, according to VIPRE.

McAfee, Amazon Business Prime Partner to Secure SMBs

McAfee, Amazon Business Prime team up on a security software and IT services bundle that will support and secure SMBs.

HPE Enhances Partner Ready Program to Boost As-A-Service, SMB Sales

HPE Partner Ready Program enhancements aim to help partners boost as-a-service sales in the SMB market for FY2021.

Amazon Launches AWS Activate Console to Better Support Startups

Amazon launches AWS Activate Console to provide more free tools, resources and solutions to startups and small businesses.

CompassMSP Acquires Third MSP of 2019

CompassMSP acquires GreenPoint Business Solutions. This is CompassMSP’s third managed IT services provider (MSP) buyout of 2019.

ISSQUARED Acquires SMB IT Services Provider

ISSQUARED Inc. acquires California-based VAR and solution provider Starnet Data Design — which specializes in small business IT networking, security and IT services.

Tech Data Makes Partner Moves On Microsoft Azure, AWS Cloud

Tech Data (NASDAQ: TECD) cloud partner initiatives include managed AWS reserved instances, and Office 365 small business server on Microsoft Azure.

Avast, Kyocera Partner on Managed IT Security Services

Avast promotes managed IT security services to Kyocera Document Solutions Canada customers. Plus, Avast CEO Vince Steckler’s update on the AVG acquisition.