How strong is your password? A recent report from NordPass contains a list of the most commonly used passwords in the US and 29 other countries. The report shows that people are still frequently using weak passwords like ‘guest,‘123456’, Password1, ‘a1b2c3’ and ‘qwerty’ to protect their accounts. Worryingly, 83% of these passwords can be cracked […]
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Introduction In October 2023, a major shake-up of email configuration was announced (initially by Google and Yahoo), particularly in relation to its use for mass-mailing services such as Constant Contact, Mailchimp and Hubspot. The issue relates to email authorization changes happening with these service providers, all related to DKIM, DMARC, and SPF. The objective of
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A Changing World … The technology landscape is constantly evolving, with new software, tools, and trends emerging on a regular basis. Small businesses need to stay informed and adapt quickly to accommodate these changes and implement whatever solutions may be beneficial to their workflow. Dedicating time and resources to learning new technologies can be a
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The Law is clear … The Data Protection Act 2018 is the UK’s implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR post-Brexit). Everyone responsible for using personal data has to follow strict rules to make sure the information is: Used fairly, lawfully and transparently. Used for specified, explicit purposes. Used in a way that
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Time is running out for Windows 10 On October 14, 2025, Windows 10 will reach its end of life, marking the end of security updates and technical support for the operating system. As such, it will be essential for users to migrate to a newer version of Windows (Windows 11) for the continued security and
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Cybercrime is on the rise! Simple and/or outdated security systems are no match for modern threats and attacks. For companies dealing with sensitive data, such as health care organisations, loss of data represents a breach of GDPR, which can have devastating consequences. Unfortunately, it is often the users who are targeted, with their log in
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Business continuity is like a safety net for your company, helping it bounce back and stay operational when unexpected challenges arise. Think of it as a plan to keep your business running smoothly, even during tough times. One crucial aspect of business continuity involves making changes to your IT (Information Technology) systems. Let’s dive into
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When choosing an IT provider, there’s more than the ongoing cost to consider. It’s vitally important to assess their capabilities and determine if they’re a good fit for your business. Here some questions to ask to help you select : Where are you based? If an IT provider is to be able to give effective
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Should Care Homes use a professional IT company? Care homes, like any other business, need reliable and secure technology systems to support their operations and provide quality care to residents. Here are some key reasons why it’s important for care homes to use a professional IT company: Compliance: Care homes must comply with various regulations,
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Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology is a telecommunications solution that uses the internet to make voice calls. Over the years, it has become increasingly popular among businesses, and for good reason. This innovative technology offers numerous benefits over traditional phone systems, making it an ideal solution for businesses of all sizes. One of the
SafeBreach Labs claims to have discovered a Windows bug that allows a macro script to exploit the flaw and gain unauthorised access to the PC. Microsoft has not yet released a patch to defend against this vulnerability. The exploit has been investigated and appeared to be a targeted attack against an organisation using a malicious
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Zoom is one of the most popular video-conferencing products in use today. It rose to prominence during the global pandemic and continues to be one of the most widely downloaded apps. Zoom Video Communications issued a new bug patch on 11th October 2022 in response to a bug in the Mac version of its software
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IT security is considered of paramount importance by Magikos IT. Hardware equipment, manufacturers and suppliers are evaluated regularly to ensure that there is a reliable supply of the right technologies for use by ourselves and our customers. Furthermore, Magikos IT takes into consideration security recommendations from government organisations such as GCHQ and the NCSC in
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Social engineering is the one type of cyber attack that uses no malicious software. Instead of finding holes in the security of your network, social engineering exploits the weakest point of any system, the user. There are several forms that this can take – from emails and text messages to phone calls from the hacker
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During its 10-year lifespan, Windows 7 has become one of the most successful operating systems in Microsoft’s history – earning loyalty from its users because of its robust and stable characteristics. Support for Windows 7 by Microsoft ends on January 14th 2020. From that date, there will be no more maintenance or security patches for
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