We’ve all heard of hospitals being hit by highly contagious viruses such as the norovirus, but what about the ‘Locky’ virus that is spreading at an alarming rate in the US? This new variation of the Cryptolocker ransomware is effecting a staggering 60,000 users per day, the majority in the US and Germany, but UK [...]
Whether or not the UK stays or leaves the European Union, new data protection laws will still apply to your business if you deal with others in the EU. This year the Network and Information Security Directive (NISD) is due to come into force, followed by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in 2018. Only [...]
As the end of the financial year looms many of us are looking at budgets and earmarking areas in our businesses that require spending in the next tax year. IT is one function that I know can cause some sleepless nights for CFOs looking to balance spending with positive ROI. IT security is one area [...]
Apple Macs have always been relatively immune from malware and other malicious software - mostly due to the limited user base making them a less attractive target for Cyber criminals but also in part due to an operating system that is considered inherently more secure than Microsoft's Windows. Recently I have noticed a steady increase in reports [...]
Last year, we surveyed our Service Desk customers about the service they receive from us. We wanted to know your likes and dislikes so that we would know what we’re getting right, and where we have room for improvement. Among the praise for our friendly and knowledgeable staff, the fact that a real person [...]
Whilst running an IT services business I have grown used to our 'bread and butter' service being labelled 'IT Support'. It's an accepted term used throughout the industry and recognised by all our clients and prospective clients. But does it really describe what we do? Personally I think not - in fact I believe [...]
IT security analysts have reported a new wave of 'Spear Phishing' attacks on businesses, using the recent terror attacks to dupe victims out of substantial amounts of money. If you are not familiar with the term Spear Phishing, it is not a poorly spelled sporting pastime but more a method used by internet criminals to [...]
Do you know what it would cost your business if you fall victim to a cyber attack? Data security breaches are a factor of our everyday lives, many of which do not get the press attention that the likes of TalkTalk, Marks and Spencers and travel agents Thompson have attracted in recent months. While your [...]
We’re delighted to have been selected as finalist for the Service Excellence category at this year’s FSB Surrey Business Awards. Smaller businesses have always been an integral part of local communities and crucial to the wider economy’s growth. As the UK continues to become a hub of innovation, we’re proud to be part of the [...]
If you are reading this article then you may already have heard the news that the EU / US 'Safe Harbour' agreement has been declared invalid by the European Court of Justice. You may also have no idea what this means - or what, if any, relevance it has to you. Well read on and [...]
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