October is Cyber Security Awareness Month: Are You Prepared?
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month: Are You Prepared? As we step into October, it’s time to shine a spotlight on an increasingly crucial aspect of our digital lives—cybersecurity. October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, a time dedicated to understanding the importance of safeguarding our digital environments and preparing ourselves against potential threats. At Eitex, […]
Windows 11 Hardware Requirements Explained
Windows 11 Hardware Requirements Windows 11 hardware requirements have changed the upgrade game—and many older PCs might not make the cut. When Microsoft launched Windows 11, it wasn’t just about a new design or improved performance—it also came with some serious changes under the hood. In fact, the most talked-about change was around the hardware […]
Web Filtering: Like a Bouncer for Your Internet
Web Filtering: Like a Bouncer for Your Internet The internet is an incredible tool, but just like a nightclub, not everything (or everyone) should be allowed in without scrutiny. That’s where a web filter comes in—working quietly in the background to protect your business from digital troublemakers. Think of it as a bouncer for your […]
Shield Your Business: Arm Employees to Tackle Surging Cybersecurity Threats!
Shield Your Business: Arm Employees to Tackle Surging Cybersecurity Threats! Cybersecurity threats are evolving at a rapid pace, and while businesses invest in cutting-edge technology to protect their data, one crucial layer of defence is often overlooked: employees. Your staff are the first line of defence against cyberattacks, but without proper training, they can also […]
The question is: Can You Afford Not to Be Cyber Essentials Certified?
The question is: Can You Afford Not to Be Cyber Essentials Certified? Obtaining Cyber Essentials Certification can create valuable opportunities for your business. It showcases your dedication to cybersecurity and proves that you are taking proactive steps to safeguard data in today’s dynamic digital environment. Why Cyber Essentials Certification Matters Many local authorities, NHS bodies, […]
New Microsoft 365 Gives Business Two New Ways of Working
New Microsoft 365 Gives Business Two New Ways of Working This month Microsoft announced a brand new approach to IT in the workplace with Microsoft 365. Meeting the needs of today’s business models and the changing pace of employee needs takes constant innovation. Cyber threats are ever more prevalent and sophisticated. Employees need ways to […]
Advanced Email Threat Protection with Office 365
Introducing Advanced Email Threat Protection with Office 365! Internet threats overshadow business communications, and get more sophisticated every day. As we rely on networked computers and the cloud, it can feel like swimming with sharks armed with only a toothpick. The recent ransomware attack that closed down so much of the NHS is a prime example […]
How to protect computers from Gameover Zeus and other malware
Malware is typically downloaded by unsuspecting users via what is known as a phishing. Phishing is the attempt to acquire sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details by masquerading as a trustworthy source via email. The email appears to be from your bank, Inland Revenue, PayPal or similar when it fact it […]
Threat to business!
Eitex are in the press again today with regards to the impeding threat to business, caused by the retirement of Windows XP. Any business running End-of-Life software, Windows XP or Server 2003, after 8th April faces significant risk of malware and virus attack. Read our press release here: Yorkshire Business Daily Press Release The Press […]
You’re 6 times more likely to be infected with Win XP, than you are with Win 8!
According to Microsoft Windows XP users are 6 times more likely to be infected with malware and viruses than users who run Windows 8. Arrange your free Windows XP Business Assessment Now! The “Security Intelligence Report” published by Microsoft indicates that on average 17% of computers have encountered malware during the first 6 months of […]