How to get the perfect video call setup, whatever your budget
Video calls have quickly become a critical communication tool. Yet too many people have a poor video call setup, with bad camera angles, poor lighting
How to stop Teams opening when you startup Windows 11
Most people who rely on it love Teams. There’s no disputing that. But it can be frustrating. Such as the way it opens automatically when
Now ‘Do Not Disturb’ means exactly that
Imagine hours to get on with your most important tasks, without any interruptions from your team. It’s the dream isn’t it? A major update to
Three clever tricks to get more out of Teams
Every business we support that relies on Teams agrees it’s an incredible tool for communication and collaboration. We’re full of clever tricks you can do
Want to be even more productive? Try Microsoft Lists
Over the past couple of years we’ve all benefited from so many new productivity tools. It’s been great. But if your core problem is just
How to protect your webcam from spies
In just two short years, a good quality webcam has become a critical tool for everyone. Could you imagine doing business without one? But hackers
When something’s wrong, you want a responsive IT helpdesk
With our clients we work on all aspects of their technology, especially making sure they have a suitable technology strategy. We’re also there for them
Would any of your staff actually click that link?
There’s a cyber-crime called phishing. It’s a major pain. Criminals send emails pretending to be someone they’re not, hoping one of your people will click
How to accurately predict annual hardware expenses
Pulling together your budgets for next year? While it might be hard to know how much your business will spend on software – especially as
How to stop programs from loading at startup
If Windows takes ages to start, maybe there’s too much software launching automatically on your business’s PCs. Our new video shows how to manage that.
How to turn off the built-in password manager in Chrome
We always recommend you use an external password manager. And if you do, disable the built-in one offered within Chrome. Here’s why – and how
What is multi-factor authentication?
There are some very basic security measures you can use that offer really high levels of protection for your business. Multi-factor authentication is one of
Plan ahead now if you need new hardware later this year
Did you know we’re right in the middle of a global chip shortage? A number of different things have come together to create the perfect
Protect clients against the growing phishing attack threat
From phishing attempts to malicious attachments, email servers are constantly under attack. The risk of falling victim to a cyberattack has significantly increased throughout 2021.
So you’ve tapped a bad link on your phone
We’ve all done it – tapped a link, realised it’s not what we thought it was, and then wondered what damage it might cause to
OneDrive saves the day as your portable scanner
There you are, working from home and getting things done, until suddenly… you need to print, sign and scan a document. You’ve got a printer,
The data security equivalent of leaving your windows open
We all take great care to keep our homes secure. Yet some business owners and managers don’t have the same attitude towards their business’s data
How to spot a ransomware attack before proper damage is done
One of the most terrifying things that can happen to your business is a ransomware attack. This is where hackers take control of your network
Which of these phishing scams have you heard of?
You’ve heard of phishing, we’re sure. It’s where criminals send you an email, pretending to be someone else (like your bank), to try to get
Why your new PC is slowed down by bloatware
There’s no better feeling than getting a new PC. Until you start it the first time, and realise it’s full of software you didn’t want
Reach for big goals this year with Microsoft Planner
Microsoft 365 has some amazing productivity and collaborative tools already built in. Did you know that within Teams there’s a useful project planning tool? Watch
4 ways to make video calls better in 2021
I think we can all accept by now, that video calls will continue to be a staple of business communications next year. But did you
The Fort Of Cyber Security – What Is Data Encryption?
Encrypt your data before the Hackers do it for you… What exactly is Data Encryption? Encryption helps protect data you send, receive and store using
A Password Manager Makes Your Business Secure + Life Easier For Your Staff. At The Same Time.
Easy passwords are embarrassingly easy to crack. Fluffy123. ArsenalRulez. It’s almost embarrassing how easy it is for hackers to crack them, using automated tools. 🙄
Business As Usual Your Urgent Coronavirus Checklist
To ensure your team can work as normally as possible from home On the 3rd March, the Government published their Coronavirus action plan. In his
Keep Your Data Safe When Staff Use Their Own Devices
Because we have to work from home for now, your team are probably using their own devices. Which is fine… so long as your business’s
How To Make Your Team’s Video Calls Easier And Less Stressful
Another useful work from home guide from S2 Computers Video calling and conferencing has exploded since most of us have had to start working from
Your Urgent Coronavirus Advisory. How To Avoid Current Online And Phone Scams
We’re helping every person and business in Norwich to stay safe, by issuing this urgent advisory. Hackers have become very creative in the last few
Preparing To Return To Your Workplace
Because we have to work from home for now, your team are probably using their own devices. Which is fine… so long as your business’s
Cyber Security Review May Spell End For Huawei 5G Deal
The National Cyber Security Centre in the UK is expected to conclude that US sanctions against Huawei will make it impossible to use the Chinese company’s technology
Remote Workers Bombarded With 65,000 Google-Branded Cyber Attacks In First Four Months Of 2020
Remote workers have been targeted by up to 65,000 Google-brand impersonation attacks, according to the most recent ‘Threat Spotlight’ report from Barracuda Networks. This type
How SharePoint Makes Remote Working Easier
Right now we’re all looking at hybrid setups. The perfect technology that allows you to collaborate and work efficiently, whether you’re working from home or
New HMRC SMS Phishing Scam Targets Self-Employed Workers
Cyber-criminals have launched a new phishing scam designed to steal personal and financial details of self-employed workers using the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) during the COVID-19
41% Of UK Workers Haven’t Received Adequate Cybersecurity Training
An average of 41% of UK employees across all sectors have not received adequate cybersecurity training, which is leaving businesses and individuals vulnerable to attacks,
Nintendo Breach: Now 300,000 Accounts Affected
Nintendo has added another 140,000 accounts to those it claimed were compromised by hackers from April this year, bringing the total to 300,000. The updated
46% Of SMEs Sharing Confidential Files By Email During Lockdown
Nearly half (46%) of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) regularly share confidential files via email, including financial and employee data in spreadsheets, according to a
Foodora Data Breach Impacts Customers In 14 Countries
Online food delivery service Delivery Hero has confirmed a data breach affecting its Foodora brand. The cybersecurity incident has exposed the account details of hundreds of thousands of customers
NHS: 100+ Email Accounts Hijacked In Phishing Campaign
The NHS has confirmed that 113 internal email accounts were compromised and used to send malicious spam outside the health service around two weeks ago.
European Commission: Still Work To Do On GDPR
The GDPR has successfully met its main objectives but work still needs to be done to improve cross-border investigations, increase regulator resources and address fragmented
One Million Phishing Messages Reported In Two Months
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has announced that in just two months of its Suspicious Email Reporting Service being launched, it has received one million reports.
COVID-Themed Ransomware Attack On Android Users Revealed
Details of a new COVID-themed ransomware attack on Android users in Canada, known as CryCryptor, have been revealed by ESET researchers. In the attack, people were lured
Online Learning Platform Exposes Data On One Million Students
Over one million North American students have had their data exposed after a popular online learning platform left it in a publicly accessible cloud database,
Researchers Find New Calendar-Based Phishing Campaign
Researchers have once again spotted crooks using calendar invitations to mount phishing attacks. The Cofense Phishing Defense Center found the attack in enterprise email environments protected by Proofpoint and
More than a third of businesses do not have a ransomware emergency plan in place, or are not aware if one exists within their company.
More than a third of businesses do not have a ransomware emergency plan in place, or are not aware if one exists within their company.
Criminals Exploit Pandemic With Brute-Force RDP Attacks
ESET is the latest security company to notice a sharp spike in RDP-based hacks over the last few months. The anti-malware company spotted a rise in
HMRC Phishing Scams Persist, Begin Targeting Passport Details
Fraudsters are continuing to exploit self-employed people with advancements in already-established COVID-related HMRC phishing scams. Uncovered by Griffin Law, the latest variation of this attack is now targeting
How To Protect Your Data From Ransomware
Have you heard of malware? That’s scary enough – but have you also heard of ransomware? This is where criminals lock you out of your
HSBC SMS Phishing Scam Targets UK Victims
People in the UK are being targeted by a new phishing scam designed to trick victims into handing over details of their HSBC bank account.
95% Of Brits Unable To Consistently Identify Phishing Messages
Just 5% of Brits are able to recognize all scam emails and texts, a study from Computer Disposals Limited has found. Scam emails purporting to be from
Billions Of Banking And Social Media Credentials Available Online
Around 15 billion credentials are in circulation in cyber-criminal marketplaces. According to new research from Digital Shadows, a 300% increase in stolen credentials from over 100,000 data breaches
