What is Phishing? Even as the world of cybersecurity changes every day, one of the most popular ways for attackers to bypass security systems will always be to trick users into letting them in. Phishing is a common scam in which fraudulent emails are sent to targets, claiming to be from legitimate sources. The goal […]
The Importance of Patch Management in IT Security
In today’s digital age, patch management is a critical component of any organisation’s IT security strategy. Protect-IT offers an effective patch management system that safeguards networks from cyber threats. But what makes patch management so important? Let’s delve into the key benefits and reasons why every organisation should prioritize it. Improved Cybersecurity One of the […]
Threats May Evolve – But You’ll Stay Safe
Why You Need Protect-IT’s Managed Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Solution If cybersecurity issues are keeping you up at night, you’re right to be concerned. As organisations continue to add more applications, devices, and connections, the potential for cyber attackers to penetrate networks increases significantly. The evolving threat landscape requires a robust and proactive approach […]
What’s the Deal with Open-Source Alternatives?
Do You Make Use of Open-Source Software? Open-source software is becoming increasingly popular, but what exactly does it mean? Open-source means that the original source code—the instructions that the software is compiled from—is freely available for anyone to view, edit, and create new versions. This decentralized approach to software development allows individuals, teams, and groups […]
The Journey As It Begins
Introduction: I understand that I need Protect-IT and I’ve signed the proposal document. What’s next? Below is a step-by-step guide to help you get started with our services: installing necessary software, setting up backups, and migrating your email and domain to Microsoft 365. Summary: Install Protect-IT Agent on each computer: Option 1: Arrange a Take Control […]
Meet Busy Bob: Why Your Small Business Needs Solidarity IT
Meet Busy Bob, a small business owner who is always on the go. His primary focus is on growing his business, serving his customers, and ensuring everything runs smoothly. The last thing Bob wants to worry about is his IT infrastructure. He just wants his computers to work when he needs them. However, ignoring IT […]
Your Computer Wants Some ‘Me Time’
Have you noticed your computer slowing down at certain times of the day? It might be to do with how the computer is handling updates. Windows can download and install patches in the background during the day while you’re using the computer. The primary benefit of this is that it lets the computer keep itself […]
Vulnerable Virgils Forced to Keep Up with the Rest of Us for Security Reasons
Windows 11 24H2 Update is Now Non-Optional Computers maintained by Protect-IT don’t hit you in the face with unexpected updates. We ensure important and critical updates are installed well before it gets to the point that it is unsafe to continue without them. The Windows 11 24H2 update, released at the end of last year, […]
Vulnerable Virgil: Ransomware
Are you familiar with ransomware? It’s a type of malware that, as the name implies, makes money for the attacker by holding files to ransom. How Does it Work? To achieve this, the ransomware encrypts files on a target’s computer and then offers the affected target’s user a chance to decrypt those files again in […]
Unlock the Power of Clipboard History in Windows 10 and 11
How often do you use copy and paste? Did you know that Windows can store multiple clipboard items and even sync them across devices? Clipboard history is a hidden gem that can save you time and effort. Enabling Clipboard History To access clipboard history, press Windows key + V. The first time you try this, […]