Why We Recommend Cisco Duo for Extra Login Security

Protecting user accounts is one of the most important steps in securing your business. Passwords alone are no longer enough—cyberattacks, phishing attempts, and credential theft are increasingly common. To strengthen your login security, we recommend using Cisco Duo.

Cisco Duo adds a powerful layer of protection to your accounts by requiring two-factor authentication (2FA) or multi-factor authentication (MFA) at login.

What Is Cisco Duo?

Cisco Duo is a cloud-based security platform that verifies a user’s identity using a second factor—such as a mobile app approval, text message, or hardware token—before granting access to systems and applications.

This ensures that even if a password is stolen, unauthorized users still cannot log in.

Key Benefits of Cisco Duo

1. Stronger Protection Against Cyberattacks

Duo significantly reduces the risk of:

• Password theft

• Phishing attacks

• Unauthorized access

• Compromised accounts

If someone gets your password, Duo blocks them from logging in.

2. Easy to Use

Duo makes secure logins simple with:

• One-tap approvals via the Duo Mobile App

• Optional text-message codes

• Phone call verification

• Support for hardware tokens

Users can choose the method that works best for them.

3. Works With Almost Any System

Duo integrates seamlessly with:

• Microsoft 365

• VPNs

• Remote Desktop

• Windows & macOS logins

• Cloud applications (Google Workspace, Salesforce, etc.)

• On-premise applications

This allows you to secure all critical systems with one platform.

4. Centralized Management for IT

Admins can:

• Enforce MFA policies

• Monitor login attempts

• Block risky or unknown devices

• Require device health checks before login

This gives your IT team better visibility and control over security.

5. Fast Setup and Low Impact

Duo typically takes only minutes to deploy, and:

• Does not interrupt workflows

• Requires minimal training

• Works across all major devices

Users can be fully set up in under a minute.

Why We Recommend Duo for Your Business

Duo provides the best balance of security, ease of use, and compatibility for most small and mid-sized businesses. It helps protect your accounts from threats that target passwords and ensures only authorized users can access sensitive systems.

If your goal is to increase login security with minimal disruption, Cisco Duo is one of the most effective solutions available.

Need Help Getting Started?

We can assist with:

• Evaluating your current security posture

• Setting up Duo for your users

• Integrating Duo with Microsoft 365, VPN, or other apps

• Providing onboarding instructions for employees

Contact our support team if you would like Duo enabled for your organization.