by Phil W | Mar 10, 2023 | Cloud Services, Hardware and Devices, Software and firmware
About Asset Management Know what you have, where it is and who is in charge of it . Asset management creates the foundation on which to build all of your other security features In a similar vein to backing up data, asset management isn’t a specific Cyber Essentials...
by Phil W | Jan 6, 2022 | Software and firmware
About malware What is malware? Malware is short for malicious software, which is software that is designed to cause harm by disrupting, damaging or gaining access to a computer, without the owner’s knowledge. Malware typically consists of code developed by...
by Phil W | Jan 6, 2022 | Accessible Services, Firewalls
About VPNs What is a VPN? A virtual private network is a technology that allows a secure and private connection on the internet. Why do I need a secure and private connection on the internet? A regular internet connection is at risk of being tracked, intercepted and...
by Phil W | Jan 6, 2022 | Backing up data
The Cyber Essentials guide to backing up your data Despite the best cyber security efforts, there is no such thing as a completely secure system. All organisations are at risk of a cyber-attack, accidental damage or a natural disaster. Backing up your data means...
by Phil W | Jan 6, 2022 | Hardware and Devices
Guidance on Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) What is Bring Your Own Device? Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) is a widespread term for when a company allows employees to use their own laptops, tablets or phones for work purposes. In addition to mobile or remote devices owned...
