We all use passwords on a daily basis, but do we know how they work? And how do you go about creating the best and most secure passwords? Every day, in our home and business lives, we use an assortment of passwords to gain access to systems that are important to us....
Cyber-crime remains a major threat to any organization that works with IT, but the basics of IT security are often the best way to counter this threat. It’s difficult to avoid the fact that cyber-attacks are reaching record levels. IT systems are less secure than ever...
A hacked network spells trouble for any organization, so it’s crucial that you understand the warning signs which indicate your network has been hacked. When it comes to reducing the damage caused by a hacked network then speed is of the essence. Hackers work quickly...
USB flash drives have been in use for two decades now and have proven highly popular due to their accessibility, but do you know how dangerous they can be? Perfect for people on the move, flash drives allow people to carry data with them and, if necessary, they can be...
A hacked network is a disaster for any organization, so keeping things secure is vital. However, sometimes things go wrong and you need to know what to do. Your IT operations are supported by your IT network, so, if it gets hacked, there’s every chance that all those...
Email is an integral part of business communication for any organization with an IT structure, but there’s a significant danger posed by phishing emails. When it comes to IT security, you want to make sure your defenses are as strong as possible in order to repel any...
One of the most common ways to protect your PC is by working with a firewall, but what exactly is a firewall and what can it do to protect you? Protecting your organization’s PC network should be one of your main priorities when it comes to IT due to not only the...
Ransomware has been causing trouble for businesses for many years, so it’s clearly a form of hacking which needs greater understanding to avoid its wrath. The name ransomware sounds a little threatening and, as with all hacks, it’s hardly the friendliest of exchanges....
You have may have heard the Internet of Things (IoT) mentioned several times in the media and by colleagues, but what exactly is it? Thankfully, the good news is that the IoT is a relatively simple concept and, more importantly, it can make a huge difference to your...
Computer networks are complex pieces of technology, but, thankfully, when it comes to protecting them, the processes are relatively simple. If you’re an organization that works with PCs then the chances are that the backbone of your IT infrastructure will be a...