The CrowdStrike Outage Explained
On Friday 19 July 2024, a routine software update from CrowdStrike caused a major issue affecting an estimated 8.5 million Windows computers. Here we explain what CrowdStrike is, what went wrong with the update, how it impacted businesses, and how to protect your own business.
Windows 10 is reaching end of life: what are your options?
Windows 10 reaches its end of life next year. That means no more updates, not only for new tools and features, but for the security improvements that keep your data safe. If you’re still using Windows 10 in your business, you have four options to consider.
5 steps to help recover from a cyber attack
No matter how many security measures you have in place, there’s always a chance that someone might breach your defences. You see, it’s equally important to have a plan for when the worst-case scenario happens. So, how do you plan for a cyber attack if you don’t know what you’re expecting, or when you’re expecting it?
Welcome to the June edition of Technology Today
Quick tech news for the busy professional! Here you will find… Remote Security: out of sight, out of mind? Microsoft: what’s new? Tech Facts: did you know? Q & A: what everyone’s asking. Quiz Time: test your team!
90% of cyber security attacks start with a simple email. Why?
Phishing scams are where criminals pretend to be someone else. They may send you to a fake bank login page and you could hand over your banking login details without even realising it… So how do you prevent one of these nightmare scenarios? Let’s take a closer look at email security in our free PDF guide.
Welcome to the May edition of Technology Today
Quick tech news for the busy professional! Here you will find: Passwords: eliminate the pain. Microsoft: what’s new? Tech Facts: did you know? Q & A: what everyone’s asking. Quiz Time: test your team!
Welcome to the April edition of Technology Today
Quick tech news for the busy professional! Here you will find:
Passwords: make sure they’re secure.
Microsoft: what’s new?
Tech Facts: did you know?
Break/fix: stuck in a conundrum.
Quiz Time: test your team!
Are you ready to ditch the break/fix headache?
In the moment, the break/fix approach might feel like a lifesaver. But let’s be real here – when relying on break/fix you’re constantly putting out fires, and each time it happens, it’s costing you time and money. Not to mention the stress it puts on you and your team.
Why you’re better in a contract with your IT company
While the traditional “break/fix” approach may have served its purpose in the past, tech needs have grown more complex. Relying on a 100% reactive strategy can leave you vulnerable to costly downtime, data breaches, and customer dissatisfaction. In comparison, one of the greatest benefits of a partnership with your IT support is the ability to engage in predictive maintenance.
Technology Today: March Edition
So, you’re thinking about upgrading your business to Windows 11? That’s a smart move, but here’s the thing: it’s not as simple as clicking a button and SHAZAM, you’re on Windows 11. You need to be prepared, or you might end up with some messy downtime and confused employees.