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How Strong is Your Password?

Posted on 10 June 20211 February 2023
We’ve all seen those annoying instructions 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 but the rest is familiar to everyone. Given the potential risks, it’s understandable that companies want…
Windows 10 Versions, End of Life

Windows 10 Versions, End of Life

Posted on 29 January 20219 March 2021
Windows 10 has regular version updates which introduce new features, make improvements and, most importantly, fix security issues. Each version release is given a version number, with the current mainstream release being 2009. This actually translates as the year 2020 (20) and September (09). Although Windows 10 will be supported…
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Our Approach During the Coronavirus Situation

Posted on 6 January 20219 March 2021
As we enter another period of lockdown and with Covid-19 cases increasing, we would like to take a moment to explain how NCS IT is responding to the situation. Firstly, let us clarify NCS IT is still fully open for business. You can call us on 01706 239000 as usual,…
Empowering Remote Work with Microsoft Teams

Empowering Remote Work with Microsoft Teams

Posted on 8 July 20209 March 2021
With the UK starting to get back to some sort of normality, some businesses are starting to open again whilst still allowing some staff to work from home for the time being. It is therefore crucial to ensure people stay connected and keep your business running smoothly. One of the…
COVID19 Phishing Scams Targeting Passport Details

COVID19 Phishing Scams Targeting Passport Details

Posted on 8 July 20209 March 2021
Fraudsters are targeting self-employed people in COVID-related HMRC phishing scams. Griffin Law has found a variation of the phishing attack which seeks to gain the passport details of self-employed people, along with other personal information including bank details. The scam is a text message purporting to be from HMRC informing…
Beware of “Secure DNS” Scam Targeting WordPress Users

Beware of “Secure DNS” Scam Targeting WordPress Users

Posted on 8 July 20209 March 2021
NakedSecurity are reporting a new scam email which pretends to come from WordPress. The email claims that DNS security features will soon be added for your WordPress domain. It tells the reader to click on a link in the email to activate DNSSEC to their website. DNSSEC (domain name system…
Time to Consider Microsoft 365

Time to Consider Microsoft 365

Posted on 8 July 20209 March 2021
Your technology can make the difference between a good day and a bad one. How hard are your systems working for you? Are you managing multiple passwords? Are you using disconnected solutions for calendars, security, file sharing, and meetings? Does it take too long to locate all the files related…
Cyber Security for Remote Workers Webinar Recording

Cyber Security for Remote Workers Webinar Recording

Posted on 11 June 20209 March 2021
Please find a recording of our Microsoft Modern Workplace webinar which was recorded live on 11th June 2020. https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZlxELx7cW7A NCS IT held our second free webinar on Thursday 11th June at 11am in conjunction with Xyone Cyber Security and Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce. We looked at the current cyber…
Microsoft Modern Workplace Webinar Recording

Microsoft Modern Workplace Webinar Recording

Posted on 28 May 20209 March 2021
Please find below a recording of our Microsoft Modern Workplace webinar which was recorded live on 28th May 2020. https://www.youtube.com/embed/To6Tvw_EG54 The Microsoft Modern Workplace, built on Microsoft 365, focuses on how users can work from anywhere, on any device whilst ensuring that productivity, security and capability is not degraded. With…

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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.

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