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In the recent breach of British Airways website, 380,000 transactions were reportedly intercepted and financial data stolen via a “skimming” script from the online payment forms imbedded in the website. Here is a video talking about the security breach – with Professor Bill Buchanan from Edinburgh Napier University The incident was investigated by RiskIQ who…

Secure Socket Layer (SSL) is a computer protocol that enables secure communications over computer networks. SSL encryption is key to keeping sensitive information secure while it is passed over the internet. You can easily see whether a website you are using has an SSL certificate by looking in the address bar. If the address is…

Last month Clive and Connor attended the Sleaford Schools Career Event. They were answering the questions of the Year 9 and 12 students about a career in the IT industry. It was an incredibly busy event as there were approximately 380 Year 9 and Year 12 students from both Sleaford and Ruskington campuses. It is…

Last week The Business Network Lincoln celebrated their 25th years of ‘connecting decision makers’. So there was a birthday cake and a few bottles of handcrafted sparkling Elderflower Wine made using Lincolnshire Elderflowers and blended with Chardonnay grape. Absolutely delicious! The atmosphere was happy and relaxed, and there were toasts and ‘Cheers’ all way round. Absolutely…

Are you ready for GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)? GDPR is described as “the most important change in data privacy regulation in 20 years.” You cannot avoid it, it is already happening and the countdown is on with the deadline of May 25th 2018, which is approaching fast! Do you have a clear understanding of…

Once in a few years Lincolnshire is covered in snow. Many would call it a ‘nightmare,’ ‘disease’,’ ‘unfortunate’ or a ‘pain.’ ‘I can’t get to work’ is commonly heard! Of course, this is a problem, but it may not necessarily mean the end of productivity; your business doesn’t have to be closed when the roads…

We have all been warned, GDPR compliance is obligatory as of May 25th this year, along with that come some hefty consequences for not complying. The thought of a multi-million pound fine along with the involved regulation text, the whole thing can seem a bit scary. But there’s no need to panic! As this is…

  Are you ready for GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)? Do you have a clear understanding of how GDPR is going to impact your business? Described as “the most important change in data privacy regulation in 20 years”, you would be unwise to ignore it and assume it doesn’t apply to your organisation. The countdown is on…

Use an up-to-date anti-virus system and run periodic scans with a trusted anti-malware product – without a protection you are vulnerable to online threat. Check it is “https” the address bar – If a site is secure and encrypted, you will get a little padlock icon in your browser address window. This is an indication…

So, you have planned your great event but not many booked on yet? Time is ticking away and you have that sinking feeling that only few is going to turn up? We have all been there.  You have printed and handed out 1000s of fliers, you got the event on page 15 of the local…

  Nowadays, the way most businesses operate is determined not only by the technology they use but also by IT Support services they can rely  on. Modern technology allows you to work at any time and often from outside of your regular office environment. You may increasingly find yourself checking your emails whilst on a train traveling…