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Handling IT in a school – what you need to know
From their management systems to the use of iPads and computers, schools rely on technology every single day. In fact, schools rely on it so much that if their technology and systems fail, their entire daily operations are disrupted to the point where schools may even be forced to close. For instance, Budehaven Community School…
NEW: Funding to help small businesses tackle cyber threats
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK are constantly facing risks from cyber threats and IT concerns. 43% of UK businesses experienced a cyber-attack in the past year. Trying to grow your business is hard enough for these companies without the damage a cyberattack or data breach could cause. That’s why Innovate UK is…
What is the difference between Google Drive and Google Cloud?
With more people and more businesses embracing cloud-based storage, it’s important to understand the differences between the services on offer. The two most popular cloud-based services are Google Drive and Google Cloud. While both are part of the Google family, they actually serve very different purposes. This guide will break down the main differences between…
What to do if you find your email on the dark web
Knowing or finding out that your email address is on the dark web and has been compromised is a scary thought and you must understand what that means and what actions to take in case you ever find yourself in that exact situation. You’ll start to notice that your email may be receiving more phishing…
What Is The Difference Between Cyber Security and Information Security?
Cyber security is a rapidly evolving industry. Threat actors and security engineers work in both a proactive and reactive manner, and little stay the same for a long period of time. As a result, the types of things that cyber security protects and the way in which it is implemented evolves. The value placed on…
Optimise Security with Our Guide to Microsoft 365 Policy Management
What is Microsoft 365 Policy Management – and why might modern businesses want to explore it? In this guest blog from Microsoft tenant management experts inforcer, Graham Morrison, M365 Solutions Architect, explores how a little policy knowledge goes a long way – and how your Microsoft partner can help take your Microsoft 365 Business Premium…
Google Workspace vs Microsoft 365
The trend of saving company files locally is on the decline. People enjoy the independence, remote access to data, and often lower costs that come with cloud applications and managed cloud services. These advantages are key when considering Google Workspace versus Microsoft 365, the two leading productivity suites in the cloud. With a solid 50%…
Could Your Employees Spot A Sophisticated Phish? This One Did.
This blog was authored by one of our Cyber Operations Analysts, Yash. Phishing attacks remain one of the most common and dangerous cybersecurity threats today. They rely on deception, enticing recipients to click on malicious links or download harmful attachments. However, the situation becomes even more complex when the phishing email appears to come from…
How to set up a Teams meeting step-by-step
Microsoft Teams is a versatile and easy-to-use app that lets you chat and schedule meetings with clients and colleagues, whether they’re only a few miles away or on the other side of the world. Popular for its seamless integration with other Microsoft 365 apps like Word, Teams is used by millions of people worldwide. With…
How Can Technology Support Startups?
Starting a business is hard. It takes an enormous amount of time, effort, and learning. The grind of starting and growing a business can be made easier by utilising the right technology at the right time. But what is this technology, and how can it be used to support the business as it goes forward?…
Proxy Servers vs VPNs: What’s The Difference?
While proxies and VPNs each offer ways to enhance your online privacy, they work in different ways. The primary difference lies in how they handle your internet traffic. Proxies act as a bridge, routing your internet requests whilst masking your IP address. VPNs go one further by creating an encrypted tunnel between your device and…
What is the difference between Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus?
Almost a third of businesses (32%) surveyed by the government* said they experienced a cyber security threat or breach in 2022/23. That amounts to a whopping 462,000 businesses across a range of industries. The threat of a breach looms large over all businesses – big and small. Non-profit organisations are also affected. Almost a quarter…