Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) – what are the risks to businesses?
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) allows employees to use their personal devices such as laptops, smartphones and tablets for work. It has become a way of working that facilitates hybrid and remote working, so is seen as beneficial for both employees and employers….
AI and enhanced security and threat detection
For the cybersecurity of UK businesses, AI (artificial intelligence) has been a gamechanger. It detects and prevents threats with minimal human intervention, and automates incident response. …
How to shop safely online
Shopping online is convenient. You can shop for your worldly goods from the comfort of your sofa and simply wait for the goods to be delivered. What could possibly go wrong?…
How to protect yourself and your business from online scams
For both individuals and businesses, online scams can be devastating. Because so many of us work and play online there is the danger of complacency and misplaced trust when it comes to online scams, theft and potential data breaches….
Are password managers safe and should I use one?
We’re always told, “don’t give your password to ANYBODY”. Yet, we’re also told we should give all of our passwords to a password manager to help us remember what they are. Confusing? You betcha!…
Why is two-factor authentication – or 2FA – so important for securing your data?
Robust cyber security can save UK businesses hundreds of thousands of pounds. Security breaches and data theft are impacting businesses more than ever, with some cases responsible for closures. …
Why you still need antivirus in addition to built-in protection
Antivirus software is essential for protecting you and your device from viruses and malicious software, known as malware. But do you still need to buy third party antivirus software if your device has antivirus built in? The answer is yes, and here we explain why….
Cyber security – when the last line of defence lets you down
The way we work has significantly changed. The increase in hybrid and home working has created a shift in how many firms’ IT technology is configured and used….
How COVID has impacted cyber security and how to protect your business
COVID-19 has changed how businesses use their IT infrastructure. Home working, video conferencing and flexible working that encouraged a BYOD (bring your own device) culture have left businesses vulnerable to cyber threats, including previously unseen malware….
How to keep your smartphones and tablets secure online
When it comes to being secure online, thoughts naturally turn to cyberattacks and viruses. In fact the problem could be much closer to home. Literally….
