While routinely finding myself explaining the differences between the three basic tools of business data care ( Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Managed Detection and Response (MDR), and eXtended Detection and Response (XDR) ), I find I'm always looking for new ways to explain it to people. In this article, I'll talk about my top three favorite cyber tools for small businesses and how they serve as the foundation of a good security profile. I'll also touch on the role of larger, pricier tools in making cybersecurity more accessible for budget-conscious entrepreneurs. Farewell to Traditional Antivirus Solutions Traditional antivirus software is just not enough anymore. Not on a business network anyway. In today's fast-evolving cybersecurity landscape, the reliance on traditional antivirus solutions within business networks is proving inadequate.