Just like your physical security, your business’s cybersecurity is essential. After all, data is one of the most valuable resources you have available — and leaving the front door open would mean that anyone could gain access to it.

After nine years of being the go-to operating system for many companies worldwide, Windows 10 is beginning to reach the end of its lifespan. This means that it will no longer receive any updates, and will no longer be officially supported by Microsoft.

Of course, Windows 10 will still be useable even after its end of life. But, what does that actually mean for your business? How will you be affected by this change, and what do you need to do to make sure you’re prepared for the challenges that come with moving away from Windows 10?

Over recent years, there have been major changes to the way employees work. Whilst hybrid and remote work is now commonplace, not all businesses have taken appropriate measures to secure their workforce. The changes to the workplace model have also facilitated changes to the ways that cybercriminals target organisations. In order for businesses to protect themselves from these advancements in attack methods, they need to implement layers of security. One of the final layers is endpoint security. In this article, we will discuss the importance of endpoint security, how it works and how it compares to a traditional antivirus solution

From small local businesses to large international enterprises, all businesses are at risk of falling victim to a ransomware attack. For the uninitiated, ransomware is a form of malware that blocks access to a file, system or device until a ransom is paid. Typically, ransomware spreads throughout a network, and encrypts files, resulting in large-scale damage whilst making remediation particularly difficult. Most businesses have taken steps to reduce their cyber risk, however, there is more that can be done. In this article, we will delve into the current state of ransomware, common entry points, and what businesses can do to combat this adversary.

One option for migrating SQL Server to Microsoft Azure is through running the server in a self-managed Azure Virtual Machine. This option enables businesses to take advantage of Azure’s flexibility and connectivity, whilst maintaining the same level of performance and security as SQL Server. There are a wide variety of options available in terms of size and location for Azure VMs, ensuring that there is a solution fit for all businesses. There are also preconfigured images available on Azure Marketplace for Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Enterprise Server, and Windows Server. Many businesses use this option if they have a specific version of SQL Server or a specific operating system they need to use.

Due to a number of factors, including the current digital skills shortage, many businesses have decided to outsource their IT services requirements. Especially for smaller businesses, or businesses that are rapidly growing, outsourced IT ensures that employees have access to the right technologies and tools to work effectively, without the need to hire a large internal IT department. With this being said, there are some common challenges that businesses face when outsourcing their IT requirements, and if the wrong IT provider is selected, it can lead to major issues. In this article, we will discuss the benefits and challenges of outsourcing IT services, and how businesses can select the right IT service provider.

Businesses across all industries are constantly at risk of falling victim to a cyberattack. In order to reduce this risk, it is essential that businesses secure their IT systems. It is common to have several solutions working together to provide comprehensive security, for example, email, web, network and endpoint. However, many businesses fail to invest in one of the most important methods of protection, the human firewall. In this article, we will define the human firewall, why it is important, and how businesses can build an effective human firewall.