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Mydoom: The Fascinating Story Behind the World’s Fastest Computer Virus

First discovered in 2004, the Mydoom computer worm is, to this day, still known as the fastest-spreading virus of all time. But what is the story behind the Mydoom virus and what can it teach us about cyber security?

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IT Support Insider: Email Security for Businesses

In this edition of our IT Support Insider series, we’ll zero in on email security and how businesses can ensure their email security setup is watertight, they’re protected from email-based cyberattacks, and other best practice examples.

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The Gift Card Scam: What UK Businesses Need to Know

The Gift Card Scam, also known as the Voucher Scam, is a form of cyberattack which has seen a big spike in 2021. In this article, we’ll explain what the gift card scam is, how it works, and what your business can do to avoid falling victim to this digital swindle.

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Is Your IT Support Team Making Any of These 5 Mistakes?

Your IT support team represents your first line of defence against user error, cyberattacks, hardware problems, and more – but no team is perfect. So… is your IT department making any of these mistakes in your business, and potentially costing you time and money?

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A Quick Reference Guide to the NCSC’s 14 Cloud Security Principles

The UK government’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) provides guidance for businesses on how to securely implement cloud-based services and software neatly summarised into its 14 Cloud Security Principles. Here’s a quick summary of each one.

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TPM 2.0: What It Is, Why You Need It, and How It Relates to Windows 11

If you’re planning to make the jump to Microsoft’s latest and greatest operating system, Windows 11, you’ll need something called “TPM 2.0″, but what exactly is it, why do you need it, and how can you check if you have it on your PC?

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7 (More) IT Support Myths You Might Think Are True… But Aren’t

The realm of computers and IT support is often a murky place, full of misinformation which could technically put your business at risk. Here are 7 more computing myths you may have heard – and why you totally shouldn’t believe them.

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The Price of Microsoft 365 is Changing. Here’s What It Might Mean for You.

In August 2021, Microsoft made the surprising announcement that they will be increasing the price of Microsoft 365 subscriptions from March 2022. Here’s what UK businesses need to know about this price rise.

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Brave New World: How the Global Pandemic Changed Cyber Security Forever

Beginning in 2020, the global pandemic brought with it business disruption on a scale we’ve never seen. But it had another unforeseen side effect: a big uptick in cyber security threats for businesses. Here’s what your company needs to know and how to stay safe in the future.

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The Ultimate Guide to Microsoft Teams (2021 Edition)

Whether by chance or by design, Microsoft Teams has taken the world by storm, now boasting hundreds of millions of users. Here’s everything you need to know about the barnstorming digital collaboration tool in 2021.

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Growth Hacking: How the Right IT Strategy Can Grow Your Business Faster

Growth is the primary goal of most businesses, but actually scaling up a business can feel like an uphill battle. Here are our top tips on how the right IT support can help grow your business faster than you ever thought possible.

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The Most Common Vulnerabilities Your IT Support Team Should (Already) Know About

Your IT support team is a company’s first and last line of defence, so it’s essential that they’re up to date with the most common cybersecurity threats. With that in mind, here are the IT vulnerabilities your IT support team should (already) know about.

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Microsoft is Finally Killing the Control Panel… Or Is It?  

Microsoft is finally saying goodbye to the Control Panel in favour of the Settings app. But is there more to this story than meets the eye?

A Fond Farewell to Microsoft Publisher

After a 33-year career, Microsoft announced that Microsoft Publisher will finally reach end of life status in October 2026.

Microsoft 365 Copilot Release Roundup: June & July 2024

Discover the latest and greatest updates for Microsoft Copilot released during June and July 2024. Includes the new “Catch-up” feature, AI-powered PDFs, and more.