Recently we have had requests on how to use Microsoft Planner across different organisations. This isn’t as simple as you might think but if done correctly it works well. Here is a brief insight to what Microsoft Planner is and what benefits it can bring for your organisation. The Benefits of Microsoft Planner Microsoft Planner […]
I chose the theme for Octagon’s September Newsletter – Microsoft 365. Other members of the team have produced articles looking at some of the tools and features – me I want to look at a fundamental element of Microsoft 365, that is very often overlooked by clients until I undertake an IT and Cyber Security
Martin and Ben are the Octagon Technology newsletter editors this month and they have chosen artificial intelligence (Copilot AI) as their theme. They asked me to write the first article. Copilot AI and Word I had thought to write about how I use Copilot in Microsoft Edge, to help me with parts of the articles
Copilot AI and the Phishing Email Read More »
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.
Keep It Simple… Encryption (pt. 3) Read More »
Setting up a PC in the 90’s? IT is moving on and back in the 90’s we had to set up PCs using floppy disks from scratch. We would have to literally build the PC from circuit boards and wires then put the operating system on with floppy disks. Each floppy disk would only contain
I thought I would let you all know about some of the tools we use for IT monitoring to keep an eye on your systems. Below are a couple of technologies that we recommend to our clients. They just give you that extra peace of mind to know that we can monitor what is going
IT Monitoring – Who Watches What? Read More »
Smartphones, ransomware and Microsoft Office macros are featured in this week’s cyber security news. The post covering cyber security and the Ukraine Russia conflict has be updated several times this week – make sure you are aware of the latest developments and have actioned the National Cyber Security Centre’s advice, linked to in the post.
Clive’s weekly Cyber Security roundup – 22 July 2022 Read More »
I am on leave – hence the round-up is a day late this week, although I posted cyber security stories all week and a post for Octagon, whilst sitting on the balcony on the sun. Of course you can keep up with the news daily by going direct to: Smart Thinking Solutions – Cybersecurity Starts
Clive’s weekly Cyber Security roundup – 16 July 2022 Read More »
The National Cyber Security Centre issued more advice this week in relationship to the Ukraine Russia conflict. The concern is for businesses and organisations having to sustain high levels of cyber security readiness as the conflict progresses – they offer advice on how to manage the situation and people, to keep peak performance. There is
Clive’s weekly Cyber Security roundup – 8 July 2022 Read More »
