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 | Firewalls, Hardware and Devices
About remote / home working What is remote or home working? Remote working is the practice of an employee working at their home, or in some other place that is not an organisation’s usual place of business. Anyone working from home for any amount of time is...
by Phil W | Feb 13, 2021 | Firewalls, Passwords, Software and firmware
About 2 factor authentication Two-factor authentication, or 2FA as it’s commonly abbreviated to, adds an extra step to your basic log-in procedure for one of your online accounts. Without 2FA, you enter in your username and password, and then you’re done. The password...
by Phil W | Nov 20, 2020 | Firewalls, Passwords
About password creation Passwords are important Just think for a minute of your front door key. How many different doors does this key open? Would you be happy using a universal key to get into your house? Passwords are just like that unique key, they are an effective...
by Phil W | Nov 20, 2020 | Firewalls
About routers About networks and routers A network is a collection of devices that can communicate with each other. A network can vary in size and complexity; it can range from something as small as your ‘home network’ – all the devices you have connected...
by Phil W | Nov 20, 2020 | Accessible Services, Firewalls
About firewalls Create a security filter between the internet and your network Protecting networks with a firewall What is a network? Boundary devices Routers Networks must be protected by either a physical or virtual firewall Firewalls Different types of firewall...
