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Windows 10 End of Life: What does it mean for your business?

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?

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Navigating the Unexpected: A Blueprint for Disaster Recovery in Microsoft Azure

In the event of a disaster, the most defining factor of how well your organisation recovers is your disaster recovery plan. Making sure that you have the best disaster recovery strategy will ensure that you’re prepared for anything that comes your way, and will let you take action in the case of a catastrophe.

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Microsoft Copilot for Service: Transforming Customer Service Operations

Customer service is an essential part of front-facing business. After all, if you have customers, you must ensure you’re giving them the highest level of service possible. This will ensure they stay satisfied and loyal to your company. In the modern world, customer service is now easier than ever due to the onset of artificial intelligence.

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Why endpoint security is important for your business

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

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What more can your business do to combat ransomware?

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.

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Benefits and challenges of outsourcing IT services

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.

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