Do small Melbourne businesses really need network security?

Absolutely. Small businesses are actually targeted more frequently than large enterprises because attackers know their defences are weaker. A single ransomware attack can cost a small Melbourne business tens of thousands of dollars in downtime, data loss, and recovery. Proper firewall configuration, endpoint protection, and secure WiFi are not optional anymore -- they are essential for any business handling customer data or financial information.

What is the difference between a firewall and antivirus?

A firewall controls what traffic enters and leaves your network -- think of it as a security gate. Antivirus (or endpoint protection) scans for malicious software already on individual devices. You need both. The firewall stops threats at the network perimeter, while endpoint protection catches anything that slips through via USB drives, email attachments, or downloaded files. We configure both layers to work together.

Do you set up VPNs for remote workers?

Yes. We configure site-to-site VPNs between offices and remote access VPNs for individual staff members. This means your team can securely access shared drives, internal applications, and business resources from home, a co-working space, or anywhere in Melbourne without exposing your network to the public internet. We use WireGuard or OpenVPN depending on your hardware and needs.

How often should we get a network security audit?

We recommend at least annually, or whenever you make significant changes to your network -- adding new staff, opening a new office, switching ISPs, or deploying new hardware. For businesses in regulated industries like healthcare or finance, quarterly audits may be required. Our digital security check covers everything from open ports to password hygiene.

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Firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection, and endpoint protection -- configured properly by local Melbourne technicians

Whether you run a small business in Richmond or a home office in Doncaster, your network is only as strong as its weakest point. We audit your entire setup, lock down vulnerabilities, and build layered defences that actually stop threats before they reach your data.

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Why Network Security Matters

Melbourne Businesses Are Targets -- Yours Included

Cyberattacks on Australian small businesses increased by over 60% in the last two years. Melbourne's growing tech and professional services sector makes local businesses prime targets for ransomware, data breaches, and credential theft. A single compromised endpoint can expose your entire network.

We take a practical, layered approach to security. Rather than selling you expensive enterprise software you do not need, we configure the right combination of firewalls, network segmentation, secure WiFi, and endpoint protection that fits your business size and budget. From Southbank offices to Footscray warehouses, we have secured networks across every Melbourne suburb.

Our technicians work on-site so we can physically inspect your network infrastructure, identify weak points in cabling and device placement, and configure everything properly -- not just remotely push settings and hope for the best.

              
Firewall Configuration
Hardware and software firewalls configured with proper rules, not just the defaults your ISP left on

              
VPN Setup
Site-to-site and remote access VPNs so your team can work securely from anywhere in Melbourne or interstate

              
Intrusion Detection
Monitoring systems that alert you to suspicious activity before a breach becomes a disaster

              
Secure WiFi
WPA3 encryption, hidden SSIDs, guest network isolation, and MAC filtering for your business wireless

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Every day without proper network security is a day your business data is exposed. Book a security audit and let us lock it down properly.

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