Francis West

Why your Anti Virus is like the yellow pages – old school and out of date?

We do have answers, one of which is a very short, blunt and not particularly politically correct answer. And then of course, there is the answer that we would write! So first, let’s be blunt. The answer is that your IT advisors are likely not cybersecurity experts, and so are not on top of the …

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Why Should You Have A Cyber Security Risk Assessment?

Cybercrime isn’t a new phenomenon, but recently it is getting much, much worse. This is mostly because the business and personal data that we share is increasing and criminals are developing new ways to steal and use this data for illegal purposes and financial gain.  As businesses rely more on online platforms and digital tools, …

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What is Phishing and How do You Prevent It?

Cyber threats have become a major concern in the digital industry. According to experts, 93% of data or security breaches come in via phishing scams.   It might seem like a hopeless endeavour going up against cybercriminals. But there are ways you can prevent phishing scams. In this post, we’ve provided valuable information on what phishing …

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How Important Is The Protection Of Data In Cyber Security?

As a small business owner, should you be concerned about the protection of your data?  What could happen if you aren’t? As a business owner operating in the digital age, these are vital questions to ask yourself. Data breaches can be especially harmful to small businesses, with cyber threats resulting in severe losses that can …

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Deep clean your data and cybersecurity practices — What small businesses need to know

As we head towards winter, it’s a great time for small businesses to do some deep cleaning on your data and cybersecurity best practices. You should ask:  How clean is my data, and is it sufficiently protected against security threats?  What are the resources I need to ensure constant protection as my business grows?  And, …

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