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Edit and share data in a safe way
The majority of us work with files. From word documents and emails to spreadsheets and presentations, the ability to share files across platforms, devices and clients is an integral part of our daily lives. But with a growing number of cyber attacks appearing in the news, many of us are worried about how secure the files we share are.
File sharing is an excellent method of collaboration with other people and share ideas. However, it’s important to consider how much access to give to the people you work with. If you keep your data open for too long hackers are able to easily get in and compromise your privacy.
There are a few basic steps you can take to keep your sensitive information secure when sharing files. First, only email people only the information they need to access, which reduces the risk that more of your personal information falls into the incorrect hands inside the event of a data breach or leak. Second, you should use a device which prevents unauthorised editing files. If you’re working on an Excel spreadsheet, there are applications that allow you to lock the file while it is being edited. This stops accidental or malicious changes and ensures that the data remain as they are.
Companies must also be aware of the dangers associated with online file transfer services. Utilizing these kinds of systems can leave your organisation vulnerable to a diverse range of possible attacks and it’s often difficult for administrators to determine the locations where files were sent and what type of access was granted, or even if they’ve been sent at all.