How to install approved security software on all business devices

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MalwareHigh priority

About 30 minutes to complete

Ensure every device used for work has an approved, up-to-date endpoint protection tool installed and monitored.

Step-by-step guide

Choose a business-grade endpoint security tool (e.g. Microsoft Defender for Business, Malwarebytes for Teams)
Deploy to all devices, including staff laptops and company-owned phones
Configure automatic definition updates
Set up alerting so you know if a threat is detected

4 steps

Why this matters

Business devices handle customer data and financial information. A single infected device can compromise your entire network.

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