Windows 10 End of Life
Microsoft have announced that Windows 10 will reach end of support on 14th October 2025. The current version, 22H2, will be the final version of Windows 10. After this date, Windows 10 will stop receiving any updates, software patches and critical security fixes. If you continue to use Windows 10…
NCS IT are now a Member of the NWAA
We are pleased to reveal that we are now a member of the NWAA - the North West Aerospace Alliance. The NWAA (North West Aerospace Alliance) is the professional trade association for all companies operating in the Aerospace, Defence and Space sectors and it’s supply chain in the North West…
All About Cyber Essentials
This week, we’re going to explain what Cyber Essentials (CE) certification is and why it could be worth considering for your business. First of all, what is Cyber Essentials certification? Cyber Essentials is a government-backed scheme that lays out a set of policies and procedures that organisations can put in…
All About Passwords
This week, we’re going to delve into the world of passwords. These essential security components play a crucial role in safeguarding our digital lives. What is a password? A password is a sequence of characters used to authenticate a user and grant access to a system or application. Typically, passwords are used in conjunction with…
Changes are Coming to Microsoft Teams
We have been notified of some changes coming in the way Microsoft supplies their Teams software program, which is currently part of the Microsoft Office suite of programs. From later this year, you will have to purchase a Teams add on in addition to your other Microsoft 365 licenses. Why…