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Cyber Security

Old Hard Drive

Safely Disposing of Old Hard Drives: Protecting Your Data and the Environment

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As technology evolves, we find ourselves upgrading our gadgets and devices more frequently. Whether it’s a new laptop, smartphone, or external hard drive, the old ones often end up collecting dust in a drawer. But what about the sensitive data stored on those old hard drives? How can we ensure that our personal information doesn’t […]

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Effective Communication

Effective Communication

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Effective communication with your IT provider is a critical component of any business’s operational strategy. In today’s fast-paced digital world, where technology underpins almost every aspect of a company, having a clear and open channel with those who manage your IT infrastructure is not just beneficial, it’s essential. It ensures that IT services align with

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Hey! You with all the hats!

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If you are a business owner, you wear many hats, particularly whilst your company is growing.  Big corporates can employ specialists – management accountants, financial accountants, tax specialists, contracts lawyers, employment lawyers, recruitment specialists, marketing gurus – and the list goes on. You have to be all of those people, so how do you find

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device encryption

Keep It Simple… Encryption (pt. 3)

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Encryption is the process of encoding information, converting it from plaintext into ciphertext, to protect it from unauthorised access. This process ensures that only those with the appropriate decryption key can access the original information, thereby maintaining confidentiality. Modern encryption techniques utilise complex algorithms and keys, making unauthorised decryption extremely difficult without the correct key.

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Cyber Security and Humans

Cyber Security Policy

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In today’s digital landscape, the significance of implementing a robust cyber security policy cannot be overstated, particularly for companies operating within the UK. Such a policy serves as the cornerstone of an organisation’s defence against the ever-evolving threats posed by cybercriminals. A comprehensive cyber security policy should encompass a clear outline of employee responsibilities, data

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What is Multi-Factor Authentication?

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Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), also known as Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), is a method of authorising a login using multiple pieces of authentication. The pieces are usually defined as something the user has and something the user knows. For example, withdrawing money from a cash machine requires your valid credit or debit card (what you have) and

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use a VPN when away from your secure connections

More about your VPN

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This is a follow-on article to my previous article Let’s Talk About Your VPN. You should read that article first, to save me having to explain what a VPN is and why I am talking about them now. VPN Issues I spent last week talking up the cyber security advantages of your VPN, but all

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