Once malware or a malicious exploit bypasses your defences, it may establish a “persistent foothold,” a hidden mechanism that allows it to survive reboots or log-offs. Persistent footholds are particularly dangerous because they allow hackers continued access to your systems, sometimes unnoticed for months or even years. Detecting and removing these footholds requires advanced solutions […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has quickly become a transformative technology, and the Isle of Man is making significant strides with its adoption. The “Activate AI” programme, spearheaded by Digital Isle of Man, is paving the way for businesses, government entities, and individuals to embrace AI and enhance their productivity. For small businesses in the Isle of
As a small business owner, you’ve probably already seen the immense benefits that Microsoft 365 brings to your company—whether it’s seamless collaboration, easy access to files, or the power of cloud services. But while Microsoft 365 offers a suite of powerful tools, ensuring it is secure is absolutely critical to protecting your business data and
A well-managed IT infrastructure is critical for the success and efficiency of businesses across all sectors. Much like the physical infrastructure that supports cities—transportation, water systems, power grids—your IT infrastructure forms the backbone of your company’s operations. It encompasses hardware, software, networking, cloud systems, and data storage, ensuring your business remains connected, productive, and secure.
Microsoft Teams has quickly become an essential tool for communication and collaboration in businesses of all sizes. While most users are familiar with its core features like video calls, chat, and file sharing, many are unaware of some of the more powerful and lesser-known tools packed into the platform. In this post, we look at
With the wide variety of vendors, models, and features available, firewall costs can range from a few hundred to several thousand pounds. But what represents good value for your business? How do you determine what your small business truly needs in a firewall?
In this article, we explore how much it will cost to buy a server in the UK. We look at the different server types, components and other items you should consider when purchasing a server. Servers support the IT operations of your business; they store files, run your applications and form the foundation of your
When you read a small business firewall datasheet or brochure, you may be confused by the terminology or lost in the wealth of performance metrics quoted. This problem is often made worse when different vendors use subtly different terms or use a different basis to assess performance!
