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Less than 100 days to go! End of Support for Office 2016 and Office 2019 on 14th October

Posted on 10 July 202510 July 2025
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 function. However, you could expose yourself to serious and potentially harmful security risks.  …

6 Essential Cybersecurity Tips for Small Business Owners from Microsoft

Posted on 3 July 20253 July 2025
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 door. Whether you're running a retail shop, a consultancy, or a growing e-commerce brand, cybercriminals are always on the…
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June 2025 Newsletter

Posted on 26 June 202526 June 2025
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 worked with all of the various departments of our business including our helpdesk technicians, sales team…

Are Cloud Solutions Better than On-Premise?

Posted on 19 June 202519 June 2025
This week we’re looking at I.T. in the Cloud vs I.T. in the Office - which is the better choice? In the ever-evolving landscape of IT, trends often come full circle. One such phenomenon is the resurgence of on-premise workloads. Despite the rise of cloud computing and the allure of…

Protect your Organisation Against the Most Common Cyber Threats

Posted on 12 June 202512 June 2025
This week we’re looking at Cyber Essentials and how it can help keep your business secure. Most cyber attacks are basic - the digital equivalent of a thief trying your front door to see if it’s unlocked. Cyber Essentials helps you bolt your door against the most common cyber attacks.…

Cyber Essentials in Supply Chains

Posted on 12 June 202512 June 2025
Here is a great video from the National Cyber Security Centre about Cyber Essentials in supply chains >  

Cyber Essentials – Secure your business video

Posted on 12 June 202512 June 2025
View the Cyber Essentials - Secure your business video from the National Cyber Security Centre.  

Why Every Business Needs Endpoint Protection

Posted on 5 June 20255 June 2025
This week we’re discussing why every business needs endpoint protection. In today’s always-on world, endpoints — devices such as laptops and desktops — are critical to your daily business operations. But they’re also prime targets for malicious hackers looking to exploit weaknesses in your network. These attackers are opportunistic, relying…
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May 2025 Newsletter

Posted on 29 May 202529 May 2025
Hello, Welcome to our May newsletter update.     New Face on the Helpdesk We would like to introduce Zoe who has recently joined our Helpdesk team. Welcome to the team Zoe! Meet the rest of the NCS IT team here >          Retailers Under Siege: Boost…

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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

  • 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 ...
  • 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 ...
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