IT Security Best Practices for Remote Workers The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many businesses to adopt remote work arrangements. While this has been a necessary step to protect the health and safety of employees, it has also created new security challenges. Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting remote workers, as they are often more vulnerable to attack…. Read more »
5 Essential IT Security Practices for Thriving in a Remote Workers World
April 26th, 2023 by louise cairnsCyber Attacks on SMEs on the Rise in 2023
April 14th, 2023 by louise cairnsThe rise of cyber attacks on UK SMEs is a growing concern, and businesses in London are not immune to this threat. Cyber attacks have been on the rise for small and medium businesses in the UK, with a 15% increase in 2022 alone. More than half (54%) of SMEs in the UK experienced some… Read more »
This Is How to Calculate IT Support Costs
March 23rd, 2022 by louise cairnsFactors to Consider When Calculating IT Support Costs You've probably heard the saying, "time is money." Well, that's especially true when it comes to running a business. The more time you spend on tasks that don't generate income, the less money you're making, and one of those tasks that can eat up a lot of… Read more »
What is Social Engineering Attack & What to Look out For
July 21st, 2021 by louise cairnsDefinition : What is a Social Engineering Attack? Social engineering is the art of manipulating, influencing, or deceiving you in order to gain control over your computer system. The perpetrator might use the phone, email, the post, direct contact or a combination thereof to gain illegal access to your information. Educating your employees is the… Read more »
Is Microsoft Teams Secure?
April 12th, 2021 by louise cairnsIs Microsoft Teams Secure? Microsoft Teams is a popular collaboration tool that is used by businesses of all sizes. In 2023, Microsoft Teams is still considered to be a secure platform. However, there are some security risks that businesses should be aware of. These risks include phishing attacks, malware, and data breaches. Businesses can mitigate… Read more »
Together mode scenes Microsoft teams !
September 24th, 2020 by louise cairnsIntroducing new meeting enhancements to #MicrosoftTeams including: • Together mode scenes • Custom layouts that allow you to see the presenter and their screen • Breakout rooms (one of our most requested features!) • Meeting recaps Speedster is looking to trial this with some of its clients and helping them benefit from all the features of Microsoft… Read more »