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How to Spot a Phishing Email (3 Easy Clues!)

Posted on 1 November 20221 November 2022
This is an example of the phishing emails we see every day. It is a real email that was sent to one of our generic email addresses. We have highlighted below some of the clues that show it isn’t an email from who it claims. It is trying to tempt…
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October 2022 E-newsletter

Posted on 25 October 202210 November 2022
Hello, Welcome to our October 2022 newsletter update.     Exhibiting at North West Business Expo Last week, on Friday 21st October, we joined lots of other North West companies in exhibiting at the Shout Network North West Business Expo 2022 at the Bolton Stadium. We had a great day…

The End of the Line for Broadband is Coming

Posted on 25 October 202225 October 2022
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 for a leased line installed in the last 12 months, you may be presently surprised. Another reason to consider a…

Exhibiting at North West Business Expo 2022

Posted on 25 October 20221 November 2022
Last week, on Friday 21st October, we joined lots of other North West companies in exhibiting at the Shout Network North West Business Expo 2022 at the Bolton Stadium. We had a great day meeting lots of new faces and a speci.al thank you to David Meredith from SonicWall who…

We’re Exhibiting at the North West Business Expo 2022

Posted on 11 October 2022
We will be exhibiting at the North West Business Expo 2022 on 21st October 2022. The event is taking place at the Bolton Whites Hotel from 9am until 3pm. Members of the NCS IT team will be there throughout the day on our stand, please pop by to say hello…
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September 2022 E-newsletter

Posted on 22 September 202226 September 2022
September 2022 Hello, Welcome to our September 2022 newsletter update.     Windows Server 2012 End of Life Microsoft have confirmed that all support will end for two of their popular operating systems next year. The two affected programs are: Windows Server 2012 Windows Server 2012 R2 Their end-of-life date is 10th…
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IT Telesales Executive Position

Posted on 21 September 202226 September 2022
We're also on the lookout for an IT Telesales Executive to join our brilliant Sales Team. Again, if you know someone who may be interested, please forward this email to them with the details below > IT Telesales Executive vacancy
We are hiring

IT Account Manager Vacancy

Posted on 21 September 202226 September 2022
We are currently advertising an IT Account Manager vacancy to support our many new and existing customers. If you know someone who may be interested, please forward this email to them or direct them to the following page > IT Account Manager vacancy
Windows Server 2012

Windows Server 2012 End of Support

Posted on 20 September 2022
Microsoft have confirmed that all support will end for two of their popular operating systems next year. The two affected programs are: Windows Server 2012 Windows Server 2012 R2 Their end-of-life date is 10th October 2023. After this date, Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2 will stop receiving updates, software…

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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

  • Why it’s time to replace your SSL-VPN with Zero Trust
    This week we’re looking at Secure Remote Access. It is evolving — is your business ready? Why SSL-VPN (Secure Sockets Layer – Virtual Private Network) is no longer enough Traditional SSL-VPNs ...
  • September 2025 Newsletter
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  • Stop Battling for Bandwidth – Take Control of your Internet Connection
    If broadband is slowing your business down, it’s time to stop sharing your internet connection with everyone else. When you’re using standard broadband connectivity, if the business next door ...
  • It’s the Final Countdown! End of Support for Windows 10, Office 2016 and Office 2019 on 14th October
    14th October 2025 is going to be a big day for Windows and Office users, as Microsoft will be killing off support for the following: • Windows 10 (all versions) • Microsoft 365 Apps (i.e. the current ...
  • All About Yubikeys
    This week we’re having another look at Yubikeys. Cyber threats are evolving, and your security strategy should too. That’s where YubiKey comes in—a powerful, easy-to-use hardware device that adds an ...
  • August 2025 Newsletter
    Hello, Welcome to our August newsletter update.     Protect your Business from Identity-Based Cyber Threats with Huntress ITDR Cybercriminals are evolving—and so should your defences. With ...
  • 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 ...
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