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All About Multifactor Authentication

Posted on 10 August 202322 August 2023
Whilst it may seem to be unnecessary, standard security procedures requesting only a username and password are becoming increasingly easy for criminals to attack and gain access to data. As a result, there has been an increase in apps and websites insisting on Multifactor/Two-Factor Authentication (MFA/2FA). Two-factor authentication is an…
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July 2023 Newsletter

Posted on 20 July 202320 July 2023
July 2023   Hello, Welcome to our July newsletter update.   The End of the Line for Broadband is Coming Having a leased line installed for your business is fast becoming a viable option for some businesses due to a big drop in price. If you’ve not had a price…
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June 2023 Newsletter

Posted on 22 June 202328 June 2023
June 2023   Hello, Welcome to our June newsletter update.   We are now a Microsoft Solutions Partner   Very to pleased to share that we have gained Microsoft’s new Solutions Partner designation in “Modern Work”. Our team have gained this through successful completion of Intermediate and Advanced certifications, Customer…

We are now a Microsoft Solutions Partner

Posted on 16 June 202322 June 2023
Very to pleased to share that we have gained Microsoft’s new Solutions Partner designation in “Modern Work”. Our team have gained this through successful completion of Intermediate and Advanced certifications, Customer Success, Performance & Growth.

NCS IT have Achieved the Cisco Small Business Specialisation

Posted on 24 May 202324 May 2023
We are very pleased to announce we have achieved to Cisco Small Business Specialisation Accreditation. Cisco have awarded this to us because they said “NCS IT Ltd has proven they can provide sophisticated, value-added Cisco solutions through their in-depth sales capabilities, technology skills and service offerings in the UK.” Well…
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May 2023 E-newsletter

Posted on 23 May 202324 May 2023
May 2023   Hello, Welcome to our May newsletter update.   World Password Day The 4th of May was World Password Day, we put together some tips for creating safer passwords and advice to ensure you use passwords in the best way.   Read our blog post here >  …

Our Visit to DTX Manchester 2023

Posted on 23 May 202323 May 2023
Members of the NCS IT team visited DTX Manchester 2023 at Manchester Central on 17th and 18th May. It was a great event, listening to some interesting speakers and meeting peers from across the IT industry including some of our partners. Here's some photos from our visit :    …

Our first few months of 2023

Posted on 11 May 202311 May 2023
Review of the First Quarter of 2023 Hello, We have been looking back at some of the projects we have worked on so far this year (there have been many) and we thought we would put together a quick overview so you can see the kind of things our team…

World Password Day

Posted on 3 May 20233 May 2023
We have all had those annoying pop-ups when creating a new password – you must use one special character, one capital letter, six letters, two numbers, one emoji…. (Ok maybe not that last one.) Given the possible risks, it’s understandable that companies want you to use complicated and harder to…

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Why choose NCS?

Based in the North West, we’re used to making IT simple for businesses of all sizes across the UK. Since 1994, our knowledgeable and professional team has been trusted by many well-known businesses to provide first-class support and advice.

Whether you’re after an IT strategy for your expanding business, a secure remote system for employees on the go, a new set up for your office or firewalls to keep vital assets protected from cyber criminals – we’re ready to help.

Latest News

  • Outlook Enforcing Stricter Rules for Bulk Mail Senders
    As part of our ongoing commitment to keeping you informed, we wanted to share an important update regarding Outlook’s email authentication policies. Outlook announced it was to start enforcing ...
  • Protect Your Business from Identity-Based Cyber Threats with Huntress ITDR
    Cybercriminals are evolving—and so should your defences. With over 40% of security incidents now tied to identity-based attacks, protecting your Microsoft 365 environment is no longer optional. ...
  • Possible SonicWall Threat
    SonicWall are investigating potential issues with compromised access to their Gen 7 firewalls. We have been monitoring this all week. SonicWall have not released any firm information about the full ...
  • July 2025 Newsletter
    Hello! Welcome to our July newsletter update.     The Ransomware Epidemic – What Your Business Needs to Know Ransomware continues to be one of the most disruptive threats facing ...
  • Weak Password Allowed Hackers to Sink a 158-Year-Old Company
    You may have seen the BBC Panorama episode which was shown earlier this week about cybercrime. The programme followed the story of KNP, a 158 year old Northamptonshire transport company, where one ...
  • The Ransomware Epidemic – What Your Business Needs To Know
    This week we’re looking at ransomware which continues to be one of the most disruptive threats facing businesses today. A recent global study revealed that over 70% of organisations experienced a ...
  • Less than 100 days to go! End of Support for Office 2016 and Office 2019 on 14th October
    Support for Office 2016 and Office 2019 will end on October 14, 2025 and there will be no extension and no extended security updates. All of your Office 2016 and Office 2019 apps will continue to ...
  • 6 Essential Cybersecurity Tips for Small Business Owners from Microsoft
    This week we’ve got some cybersecurity tips for small business owners from Microsoft. In today’s digital world, protecting your business from cyber threats is just as important as locking your front ...
  • June 2025 Newsletter
    Welcome to our June newsletter update.   Welcoming Local Students This week we have welcomed a student from The Valley Leadership Academy to NCS IT HQ for a week of work experience. Jack has ...
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