Criminals continue to try and find new and covert means to infect computers and steal information, but sound security practices, up-to-date protection and an active commitment to keep informed will all help protect business networks. Companies need to take action now and put strong policies and procedures in place, and secure all routes onto their network and desktops to minimize the chances of attack. Sophos can help.

Sophos enables enterprises to secure and control their IT infrastructure. Our network access control, endpoint, web, email and encryption solutions simplify security to provide integrated defenses against malware, spyware, intrusions, unwanted applications, spam, policy abuse, data leakage and compliance drift. We protect over 100 million users in nearly 150 countries.

Sophos White Papers

  • Understanding the Total Cost of Ownership for Endpoint Security Solutions

    Organizations considering moving to an endpoint security solution often assume that the costs of switching from their current anti-virus vendor will be greater than upgrading with that vendor. This study, conducted by Hobson & Company and commissioned by Sophos, aims to uncover and quantify all the cost areas involved in migrating (upgrading or replacing) to an endpoint security product and managing the solution to gain a total cost of ownership comparison between the leaders in the field.

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  • Enabling a Safer Internet: The Positive Approach to Web Security

    Every minute of every day, cybercriminals are looking to exploit web traffic for commercial gain, and since web browsing is integral to most businesses' day-to-day activities, the web gateway must be equipped with a security solution that enables business and users to be productive while providing the security essential to ensure a risk-free experience.

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  • Top Five Strategies for Combating Modern Threats: Is Anti-Virus Dead?

    Today's fast, targeted, silent threats take advantage of the open network and new technologies that support an increasingly mobile workforce. Organizations need innovative approaches to protect the web, email servers and endpoint. This paper discusses the security implications of modern threats, analyzes where emerging technologies can add real value, and highlights five key strategies for ensuring solid malware protection.

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  • Windows 7 Security: A Great Leap Forward or Business as Usual?

    The public release of Windows 7 is approaching fast. Debates and discussions have been raging on the security improvements in the new platform, and some potential problems have also emerged. In this white paper, we run through the most significant changes and additions, and look at what they might mean to users and administrators.

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  • Security Threat Report: July 2009 Update

    2009 has proven malware attacks are continuing to broaden. While the number of web-based attacks outweighs the attacks through email, financially-motivated cybercriminals are turning their attention to Web 2.0 and social networking platforms such as Facebook and Twitter and alternative programs and tools such as Adobe Flash and PDFs. This security threat report examines the malware trends that emerged during the first half of 2009, and explains how businesses can defend against them.

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  • Is Your Data at Risk?: Why Physical Security is Insufficient for Laptop Computers

    Evaluating the various data security options to protect your PCs can be challenging. This paper examines the options, discusses why passwords alone are not sufficient and makes the case for strong data encryption.

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  • Buyers Guide to Endpoint Protection Platforms

    This white paper explores how the traditional methods for endpoint security should evolve. In it, you’ll learn how the lack of data protection can affect your bottom line and gain insight into the true costs involved in migrating and managing an endpoint security product.

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  • Closing the Gaps in Enterprise Data Security: A Model for 360° Protection

    This white paper examines the primary data threats that currently concern chief security officers and IT security management within enterprises, and recommends best-practice techniques to minimize and overcome risks to data security. These best practices have been successfully implemented and deployed in organizations worldwide as components of a holistic data security strategy.

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Sophos makes security simple by protecting your entire organization with a single solution. Try their network access control, endpoint, web, email and encryption solutions free of charge. Download your free trial of Sophos enterprise solutions today.

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