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EDR vs MDR, what's the difference and which do you need
Cybersecurity

EDR vs MDR: What’s the Difference and Which Does Your Business Need?

If a threat landed on one of your devices right now, would anyone actually notice? EDR and MDR sound similar but aren't the same thing. Here's the difference, and why…

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Break-fix or managed IT: the real cost of waiting
Managed IT Services

Break-Fix vs Managed IT: Why Waiting for Something to Break Costs You More

Only hearing from your IT support when something's already broken? That's break-fix support, and it feels fine right up until it doesn't. Here's what reactive IT actually costs you, and…

IT Support Managed IT Services Small Business IT
What Is a Managed Service Provider and Do You Need One?
Managed IT Services

What Is a Managed Service Provider and Do You Actually Need One?

Who's actually responsible for your IT when something breaks? For most small UK businesses, the answer is "whoever's nearest," not a dedicated professional. Here's what a managed service provider actually…

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Hosted BIMI: Getting Your Logo in Your Customers' Inboxes
Email & Communications

Hosted BIMI: Getting Your Logo in Your Customers’ Inboxes

Want your company logo appearing next to every email you send? BIMI makes it possible, and it's more accessible than you might think - even without a registered trademark. Here's…

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TLS-RPT: The Email Security Feature You've Probably Never Heard Of
Email & Communications

TLS-RPT: The Email Security Feature You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

You might assume the email you receive is encrypted in transit - until it silently isn't, and nobody tells you. TLS-RPT provides the visibility you need to know when that…

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When to consider switching IT providers
Managed IT Services

When to Fire Your MSP: Red Flags Every Business Should Know

Most businesses do not leave their IT provider after a single dramatic failure. They leave after months of slow responses, vague answers, and the growing sense that nobody is thinking…

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Does your business need a password manager
Cybersecurity

Does Your Business Need a Password Manager?

Most businesses know they should be using stronger passwords. Far fewer have an actual system in place for managing them. This post explains what a password manager does, why the…

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MTA-STS: Why Your Emails Might Not Be As Secure As You Think
Email & Communications

MTA-STS: Why Your Emails Might Not Be As Secure As You Think

Think your emails are encrypted? They probably are - until something goes wrong, and then they're sent in plain text without you ever knowing. MTA-STS ensures encryption isn't optional.

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Passwords, Passkeys, Authentication method explained
Cybersecurity

Passwords, Passkeys, and Everything In Between: A Plain-English Guide to Logging In Securely

Every time your team logs into a business system, the method they use to prove their identity either creates a meaningful security barrier or a very low one. This guide…

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NCSC Says Passwords are no longer enough
Cybersecurity

The NCSC Says It’s Time to Move on from Passwords

The UK's National Cyber Security Centre has officially told consumers to move away from passwords wherever passkeys are available - the first time it has made this recommendation. Here's what…

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