Tech Update: Why using pirated software is a bad idea

Tech Update: Why using pirated software is a bad idea

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Would your business risk using pirated software? Many would according to a new study, and it’s really risky. Watch our latest tech update video to learn why it’s such a bad idea…

If you’ve ever been tempted to download pirated software, you’re not alone.

A massive 56% of businesses have said they’d consider pirated cyber …


Are you using Teams to share sensitive data?

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Are your people using Teams on their own devices? And sharing sensitive data? This could be a MAJOR security risk. Here’s why, and how to protect your business.

Microsoft Teams has fast become one of THE most useful business tools for the way we work today.

No matter where your people work from, they can …


Tech Update: Is Teams safe to share sensitive data?

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Are your employees sharing sensitive files over Teams using their personal devices? It’s highly likely according to new stats. But it needs to stop if you want to keep your data safe.

Our latest tech update video tells you why.

Many of us rely on Microsoft Teams to communicate and collaborate with our colleagues.

It’s …


How much do you really know about phishing scams?

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Phishing is where someone sends you a fake email pretending to be someone else. They’re hoping you’ll click a bad link or download a dangerous attachment.

Our latest video looks at how you can protect your business from this dangerous crime.

1 in 99 emails is a phishing scam. And a quarter of these slip …


Tech Update: Cloud protection is a must

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A new study on businesses that have been hacked has revealed 41% were breached in the same way – they all had poor cloud protection. Our new video shows you how to make sure your business doesn’t fall victim.

Using a cloud server has so many benefits for your business.

It’s a flexible way to …


What’s phishing and how to avoid it?

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It’s likely you’ve heard of phishing and know it’s something you want to avoid.

But do you know what it really means and exactly how an attack works?

In our experience, lots of people don’t know the specifics. And that’s OK. But the key to keeping your business protected from these attacks is to know …


Technology Insider – September 2022

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Technology Insider, our monthly newsletter written for humans not geeks, is now available to download.

Most staff love automation. Because it’s about creating a set of rules that software can follow automatically, so humans don’t need to do boring and repetitive tasks. We reveal all in this month’s newsletter.

Also inside this month:

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So just what are passkeys?

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Back in May, we heard there would soon be a successor to the password – the Passkey.

Now, we’re hearing that Apple will start rolling out Passkeys in the next few months in iOS 16. And we’re excited.

Though it’s caused a bit of confusion. Apple is going to great lengths to market the …


Tech Update: Passkeys could improve the way you work, forever

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Everyone hates passwords. And they could soon be a thing of the past. Passkeys are set to take over, and Apple’s the first company to roll them out this autumn. Here’s what Passkeys are and how they work.

EVERYONE hates passwords. They hate coming up with them, remembering them, and the annoying process of resetting …


Is working from home really good for your business?

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Working from home. Or remote working, as it’s now called.

It’s the big thing in business, isn’t it? And some people love it.

They’re happier working where they want, and when they want. And that makes them more productive and less likely to leave.

But have you stopped to consider the downside to remote …


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