Security Notice: Important Update Regarding Recent Global PHP Flaw On 21 October 2026, global cybersecurity teams identified a significant security flaw affecting PHP, a foundational technology used across the internet to power dynamic websites and online applications. We want to reassure all our customers immediately: all websites hosted on our servers were fully updated and
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Have You Tried Turning It Off & On Again? 10 Common Reasons For Submitting An IT Helpdesk Request Here at Magikos IT we thought it might be helpful to cover some of the most common reasons why customers submit IT Helpdesk requests and outline some of the steps we recommend to try and resolve them.
Common Helpdesk Requests – Issue 4 – Slow PC Read More »
Cyber Essentials is updating and if you are planning to certify or renew in 2026 or early 2027 there are some important changes you need to be aware of. From 27th April 2026 a set of updates approved by the National Cyber Security Centre and the Government’s Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DIST) came
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This month’s featured service is Cloud Backup. This service is very much overlooked by small and medium sized businesses, often because people think their data is automatically being backed up by Google or Microsoft. Whilst both companies offer cloud storage and syncing, they are not true backup services as they only provide temporary ‘trash’ recovery
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Have You Tried Turning It Off & On Again? 10 Common Reasons For Submitting An IT Helpdesk Request Here at Magikos IT we thought it might be helpful to cover some of the most common reasons why customers submit IT Helpdesk requests and outline some of the steps we recommend to try and resolve them.
Common Helpdesk Requests – Issue 3 – Forgotten Password Read More »
Have You Tried Turning It Off & On Again? 10 Common Reasons For Submitting An IT Helpdesk Request Here at Magikos IT we thought it might be helpful to cover some of the most common reasons why customers submit IT Helpdesk requests and outline some of the steps we recommend to try and resolve them.
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Have You Tried Turning It Off & On Again? 10 Common Reasons For Submitting An IT Helpdesk Request Here at Magikos IT we thought it might be helpful to cover some of the most common reasons why customers submit IT Helpdesk requests and outline some of the steps we recommend to try and resolve them.
Common Helpdesk Requests – Issue 1 – Full Mailbox Read More »
While the rest of the UK is currently adjusting their desk fans, hunting for the last cup of iced coffee, and trying to find the coolest spot in the building, here at Magikos IT, we are looking at the weather forecast with a mixture of awe and mild caffeine-induced anxiety. We get it, working in
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In the modern world, we often marvel at how a slim piece of glass and metal can instantly connect us to anyone, anywhere on Earth. We are, of course, talking about the common mobile phone. But for younger generations, this isn’t just a fascinating tool, it’s an essential companion. While older generations remember a world
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The way we communicate is changing. By January 31, 2027, the UK’s traditional copper-wire phone network—which has served us for over a century—will be permanently switched off. This nationwide transition, known as the “Great Switch-Off,” marks the end of the analogue era and the beginning of a fully digital future. Why is the “Great Switch-Off”
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In today’s fast paced world, an unexpected disruption like a power cut, a flood, or a crippling cyber attack can stop a business dead in its tracks. For a small or medium-sized business (SME), especially in vital sectors like Care Homes or Domiciliary Care, this doesn’t just mean lost income, it can impact the safety
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A nationwide test of the UK’s Emergency Alerts service is set to take place today, Sunday, September 7, at 3pm. The alert will be sent to compatible mobile phones and tablets across the country. When the alert arrives, your device will emit a loud, siren-like sound and vibrate for about 10 seconds, even if it
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You’ve probably heard that support for Microsoft’s Windows 10 operating system is ending on the 14th October 2025. After this date there will no longer be any security updates or patches rolled out, which makes your systems less secure. Running on an unsupported operating system can make your business vulnerable to a range of security
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It’s Spring Conference season and Magikos IT will be in attendance at the following events: Surrey Care Association Spring ConferenceDate: Tuesday 13th May 2025Time: 9.15am – 3pmVenue: Silvermere Golf and Leisure Limited Hampshire Care Association Spring ConferenceDate: Wednesday 14th May 2025Time: 9.30am – 3pmVenue: King’s Community Church, Hedge End Magikos IT is a
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We’ve all seen the headlines. Heathrow’s major outage, system failures, and disruptions that have brought half the country to a standstill because of a fire at a power substation. Could this have been predicted? These events, while often large-scale, serve as a stark reminder of the fragility of our interconnected world. At the core of
Heathrow Closed! – Why Small Businesses must do better when disaster strikes… Read More »
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