Document management is one of the most impactful productivity decisions a Houston business makes — and the wrong platform choice creates collaboration friction, security risk, and migration headaches. SharePoint and Google Drive are the two dominant platforms, and the right choice depends heavily on your existing technology ecosystem. SharePoint: Microsoft-Native Power Microsoft SharePoint is the … Read more
Cyber insurance has become essential for Houston businesses — covering ransomware ransom costs, business interruption, forensics, notification costs, and legal liability. But cyber insurance underwriters have dramatically tightened requirements since 2021. Houston businesses that cannot demonstrate specific security controls are either denied coverage or charged significantly higher premiums. Why Cyber Insurance Requirements Changed The 2021 … Read more
Houston businesses migrating workloads to cloud face a fundamental choice: Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services. Both are exceptional platforms — the decision depends on your existing technology stack, compliance requirements, and workload characteristics. SpaceTown IT has deployed both extensively and uses this guide to help Houston clients make the right choice. Microsoft Azure: The … Read more
Windows 10 end of support is October 2025. Houston businesses still running Windows 10 after that date will receive no security patches — making every unpatched device a high-value target for attackers who will weaponize newly discovered Windows 10 vulnerabilities. This guide helps Houston businesses plan and execute their Windows 11 migration. Windows 10 End … Read more
Firewall selection is one of the most consequential IT infrastructure decisions a Houston business makes. The firewall is the primary gateway between your network and the internet — and the wrong choice means either inadequate protection or IT complexity that overwhelms your management capacity. Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto Networks NGFW are the two platforms … Read more
Microsoft 365 includes powerful security features that most Houston businesses never activate. These features are included in your existing subscription — you are paying for them whether or not they are enabled. This guide covers the Microsoft 365 security features that SpaceTown IT enables for every Houston client on day one. Security Defaults: The Baseline … Read more
Datto SIRIS is the backup and disaster recovery platform most commonly deployed by managed service providers for business-critical workloads. SpaceTown IT deploys Datto SIRIS for Houston clients who need instant recovery from ransomware, hardware failure, or natural disaster. This review explains what Datto does differently and why it matters for Houston businesses. What Makes Datto … Read more
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) is the most important cybersecurity control for Houston businesses today — blocking ransomware before it can encrypt files and providing forensic visibility into security incidents. SentinelOne and CrowdStrike are the two leading enterprise EDR platforms, and Houston SMBs frequently ask which one they should deploy. This comparison helps you decide. … Read more