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12 Steps to Cyber Safety: A Practical Guide for Small Business Owners
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jan 12 2026
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.10 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Running a business is hard enough; dealing with ransomware, phishing, or data loss shouldn't be part of your job.
This practical, no-jargon guide walks business owners through 12 essential cybersecurity actions every small company (1-250 users) must take to stay protected, without needing to become an IT expert.
Written by an MSP owner with over 30 years of real-world experience, this book cuts through the noise and helps you:
Understand the real risks facing your business (with real-world examples)
Learn the cybersecurity basics that matter; patching, backups, email protection, and more
Spot the red flags that signal trouble before it hits
Know what your IT provider should be doing (and what questions to ask)
Build a simple, resilient cybersecurity strategy that grows with your business
Whether you're a solo entrepreneur or leading a small team, this guide gives you clarity, control, and confidence over your cybersecurity, in plain English.
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