IT Support Services
Attention: Hackers Dropping Malware in Microsoft Team Chats
Apologies if the title is somewhat alarmist, but I wanted to bring your attention to an important cybersecurity issue. It was recently discovered that malicious actors are dropping malicious malware in Microsoft Teams chats. The malware is a type of Trojan disguised as an executable file labelled “User-Centric”. The attacks were identified by US company Avanan, a…
Read MoreHow To Successfully Perform Cloud Migration
Migrating to the cloud is inevitable. All the leading tech giants are phasing out “from-the-box-“ software and ramping up cloud services. When we say cloud migration is inevitable, we mean it will be the only option. Cloud migration also makes sense from a financial standpoint. It removes the high costs that are associated with conventional…
Read MoreMicrosoft Warns: Do Not To Ignore Multi-Factor Authentication
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is not everyone’s favourite way of logging into business applications and private accounts, but it is a necessary burden. We appreciate MFA is another level of complexity – and probably conflicts with your privacy interests – but it is among the best IT security tools available. Microsoft is the latest tech giant…
Read MoreIs Your Business A Ransomware Target?
Touch wood, but we’re pleased to announce that none of our clients has been the victim of ransomware. Along with everybody else, they have been the target but not a victim. To answer the title question: yes, your business is a target from hackers using ransomware, but then again, so is your gran (or elderly…
Read MoreIs Your IT Support Team Accountable For A Data Breach?
Cybercrime is so prominent in the digital age that companies are obligated to implement solutions that effectively prevent, or reduce the risk, of a data breach. Due to a lack of in-house expertise, most businesses turn to cybersecurity specialists for help. Cybersecurity as a Service (CSaaS) is readily available through either dedicated cybersecurity firms or…
Read MoreHow To Reduce Threat Of Ransomware In Microsoft 365
With the growing risk of businesses suffering a data breach, it makes sense to take advantage of the array of security tools in Microsoft 365 or at least sense check what your IT Support Team and those responsible for IT Strategy are proactively doing to reduce risk. Cybersecurity has garnered attention with a growing number…
Read MoreWhy Is Migrating To The Cloud So Confusing?
Migrating to the cloud has been a gradual process for many companies. Cloud adoption in some form or other was expedited by the global pandemic. As we edge into 2022, C-suite executives are under pressure to make key decisions – and many of have a degree of uncertainty. The benefits and risks of cloud adoption…
Read MoreIT Security Strategies: Solving The Cybersecurity Conundrum
For many small-to-medium-sized businesses in the UK, 2020/21 has been a time of upheaval and transition. The adoption of digital technologies has been essential. It was a case of digital or die. However, the rapid transition has left numerous businesses without an IT security strategy. And that could be a major problem. Understandably, there are…
Read MoreManaged IT Support Services Really Matter. Here’s Why!
Today’s businesses rely heavily on their computer networks. That also means companies rely even more heavily on managed IT support services. Whether you have an in-house team of IT professionals or you outsource your IT to a remote team of IT specialists, the service they provide is critical to the smooth and continuous running of your…
Read MoreMicrosoft Users Warned About A “Huge Uptick” In Office 365 Spearphishing Attacks
Microsoft recently issued a warning to businesses – cybercriminals are using spearphishing attacks to steal sensitive data. The software company said there has been a “huge uptick” in spearphishing attacks this year. In a recent incident, Threat Post reported that emails made to look like they were being sent from Kaspersky targeted Office 365 users. The emails…
Read MoreGartner Hails Microsoft As A Leader In UCaaS
For businesses to remain competitive, and indeed, to survive in congested markets, investing in business-critical tools is essential. In the current climate, a pressing issue is a new approach to communications technology. Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS), has proven to be the most resilient enterprise communication service in recent years. With UK landlines due…
Read MoreHow Cloud Software Improves Productivity
Leveraging the most effective and economical IT solutions is a must for today’s businesses. Practically everything is going online. We’re even on the brink of paying for goods and services with digital currencies. For businesses to meet the fast-changing demands of the market and the operational requirements of employees, organisations must invest in a robust…
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