Do you know the strength of your firewall? #FixPCTechTips What is a firewall? And what does it do? It is a network security system that monitors and controls any incoming/outgoing traffic and blocks any threats which could be of any danger to your device and data. Think of it as a fortress, protecting your business […]
So you’ve tapped a bad link on your phone As smart phones get, well, smarter, so do scammers. And they’re sending out believable SMS messages everyday regarding mail charges or prize winnings. Our first bit of advice is not to click any suspicious links and share them far and wide to alert others. But sometimes […]
Your biggest cyber security threat #FixPCTechTips What would you say is the weakest link in your businesses cyber security? Would you believe us if we said it was someone in your own team? “People often represent the weakest link in the security chain and are chronically responsible for the failure of security systems.” – Tech […]
These are the threats to worry about Our easy to read guide to the 9 most terrifying types of malware Believe us when we say that all businesses are being targeted by malware all the time, we see cyber-attacks on businesses virtually every day. It’s estimated there are now one billion pieces of malware out […]
#FixPCTechTips 3 ways password managers will improve your staff’s efficiency There are nothing but benefits in using a password manager. And yet many businesses dislike using them, why? This one tool alone can add a huge layer of cyber-security to your business. And make it easy for you and your team to stick to very […]
#FixPCTechTips Have your emails been compromised? There are lots of different ways to communicate and collaborate. But most businesses still rely heavily on email. And that’s why it’s so popular with hackers. A large majority of cyber-attacks start in your email. Here are some ways to protect your business from your own inbox. For more […]
The data security equivalent of leaving your windows open We all take great care to keep our homes secure. Yet some business owners and managers don’t have the same attitude towards their business’s data security. Which is crazy. Because there are a lot more people trying to access your business’s data, than hoping to steal […]
#FixPCTechTips Keep a look out for these malware traps We’ve been warning businesses for years that their email is the most likely place for a cyber-criminal to try to break into their IT system. But it’s not the only place. Here are some other malware scams to look out for. For more information about what […]
#FixPCTechTips Millions of smart phones are lost each year Did you know that for every 100 devices your business buys, up to 5 of them will be lost or stolen? That’s the average for companies. Isn’t it worrying? And expensive? But what’s more worrying is the loss of the sensitive data that’s stored on these […]
One of the most terrifying things that can happen to your business is a ransomware attack. This is where hackers take control of your network and encrypt all your data, making it unusable. They won’t undo the damage unless you pay a big fee – a ransom fee. The reason they can do so much […]