Author: David McFarlene

David McFarlene is the founder and driving force behind CNiC Solutions, bringing more than two decades of hands-on experience in IT support, cybersecurity, and network infrastructure. Known for his calm, solutions-first approach, David built CNiC Solutions to give Houston organizations a dependable technology partner that delivers real results—not excuses. His background spans both enterprise-level systems and small business environments, allowing him to design practical, scalable solutions for any setting. David leads with integrity, deep technical expertise, and a passion for making technology simple, secure, and reliable for every client.

Patch Management Statistics 2026: MTTR, Backlogs & Remediation Rates

Patch management statistics for 2026: the average high-risk fix takes 54.8 days while attackers exploit new flaws in 5. See MTTR and remediation data.

Power over Ethernet (PoE) Explained

Power over Ethernet (PoE) sends data and power over one Ethernet cable. See how PoE works, the 802.3af/at/bt standards, wattage, and business uses.

Outsourced IT Services: Benefits and Real Costs

Outsourced IT services let a provider run your IT for a predictable fee. See the real benefits, what it actually costs, and how it compares to in-house IT.

Manufacturing Cybersecurity Statistics 2026: Attacks, Downtime & OT Risk

2026 manufacturing cybersecurity statistics: attack frequency, ransomware, OT/ICS shutdowns, downtime and recovery costs, from IBM, Verizon, Dragos and Sophos.

Managed Firewall Services Explained: What They Are and How They Work

A managed firewall is a firewall run and monitored by an outside IT team. Learn how it works, what is included, and whether your business needs one.

LAN vs. WAN: What’s the Difference?

LAN vs. WAN explained clearly: what each network is, how they differ in speed, range, cost, and security, and which one your business should focus on.

IT Compliance for SMBs: The Complete Guide

The complete guide to IT compliance for small business: what it means, which frameworks apply, the penalties for getting it wrong, and how to become audit-ready.

IT Support Tiers Explained: Level 1, 2, and 3

IT support tiers explained: what Level 1, 2, and 3 do, how escalation works, what each level costs, and how to structure help desk support for your business.

How to Create a Business Continuity Plan (Step by Step)

A step-by-step guide to building a business continuity plan: scope, business impact analysis, risk assessment, recovery strategies, documentation, and testing.

How to Build a Disaster Recovery Plan (Step-by-Step Template)

A step-by-step guide to building a disaster recovery plan, with a free template outline, RTO and RPO worksheets, the BIA, and a testing schedule.