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Take action to avoid a devious new phishing scam
Another day, another scam. And this is a sneaky one. Cybercriminals are getting smarter. This recent malware threat is unusually smart. It impersonates a highly trusted brand name to get a foot in the door. Targets receive a convincing email that appears to come from...
Windows is the prime target for cyber criminals
With its huge dominance in the workplace, Microsoft’s Windows has become the prime target for cyber criminals. They’re looking to access your information, disrupt your business, or hold your data to ransom. Tens of millions of attempted malware attacks were discovered...
When can you finally forget your password?
Passkeys are set to take over from traditional passwords to give us a safer, more secure way of logging into our online accounts. That will be a major step forward for online security, and it’s gathering pace quickly with more and more big names adopting the...
Are your people Christmas shopping from work?
Almost half of people with social media accounts have admitted to falling for shopping scams. So if members of your team are doing a little last-minute Christmas shopping from work, how can you be sure your business is protected? New research shows that a massive 47%...
Zoom wants to be the new Teams
You think Zoom, you think video calls. For millions around the world, it’s a tool they rely on at work every day. But for productivity, collaboration and workplace integration (as well as video calls), it’s Microsoft Teams that are leading the way. Its tight...
Do I need Antivirus on a Mac?
Broadly speaking there are two different types of desktop computer users; Windows users and Mac users (sorry Linux users but you are very much in the minority). Microsoft has included a free antivirus solution called Windows Defender for years because they realised...
Why you will not be fine on this Cloud9
We go to a lot of effort working to protect our clients from online security threats. These could come in the form of key loggers that record you as you enter your login information, or DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attacks, which overwhelm a service with fake...
Are you losing hours each week setting up video calls?
Setting up video calls could be losing a full-time working week for every member of your team. Video calling has revolutionised team meetings, and saves a huge amount of travel time. But we’re still not getting the full benefit from the new technology, according to...
Don’t walk the plank with pirated software
A huge number of small and medium-sized businesses would consider using pirated software to try and save money. A new study has revealed a surprising number of businesses willing to break the law to save costs. Our advice? Think twice before you walk the plank. Right...
Could avatars make your Teams meetings more fun?
Do you inwardly (or outwardly) groan at the thought of yet another video call? They’re now a normal part of our working lives, but it doesn’t make them any more exciting. Good news: Microsoft is introducing Metaverse-style avatars, called Mesh avatars, to Teams....
Windows 12 is coming… here’s what we know so far
While Windows 11 is only just celebrating its first birthday, we’re already hearing our first rumours about what Windows 12 will have in store. There’s no rush for the time being – we won’t see this new operating system until the back end of 2024 – but we love to be...
Are you using Teams to share sensitive data?
Microsoft Teams has fast become one of THE most useful business tools for the way we work today. No matter where your people work, they can communicate and collaborate quickly and reliably. But this remote way of working can also open the door to some MAJOR security...
Are you really downloading Zoom – or is it malware?
When you think about tools for remote working and chatting online, Zoom may be one of the first names in your mind. But its popularity has opened the door for cyber criminals. They’re using its name to steal sensitive data. Researchers have discovered at least six...
Some bosses think their people do less when working from home
Microsoft has become the leader of productivity over many decades. Can you imagine doing your day to day work without their software? So it’s no surprise the tech giant recently conducted a major new survey into productivity in the workplace – and some of the...
Make sure your cloud server is protected from this
Using a cloud server to drive your business’s technology is a smart idea. The benefits are huge. You can use as little or as much storage as you need, without having to worry about limitations or huge bills. Perfect for growing businesses. Your team can access any...
Passkeys could change passwords forever
Back in May, we heard there would soon be a successor to the password – the Passkey. Now, we’re hearing that Apple will start rolling out Passkeys in the next few months in iOS 16. And we’re excited. Though it’s caused a bit of confusion. Apple is going to great...
Windows 10 is getting a very useful Windows 11 feature
There’s no denying that Windows 11 has a lot of really cool new features. If you haven’t made the move from Windows 10 yet, you’re missing out. But there’s good news. To make the (eventual) move from Windows 10 to 11 a little easier, Microsoft is sharing a couple of...
Phishing – If you’re under pressure to take urgent action – stop and think
Phishing scams are one of the biggest security threats to your business right now and cybercriminals are always coming up with new phishing techniques. A massive 83% of organisations said they suffered successful attacks last year. And with just under a third of...
Is working from home really good for your business?
Working from home. Or remote working, as it’s now called. It’s the big thing in business, isn’t it? And some people love it. They’re happier working where they want, and when they want. And that makes them more productive and less likely to leave. But have you stopped...
What does the global chip shortage mean for your business?
For the past couple of years, the tech world has been struggling with a global chip shortage. But it’s not just tech businesses that are feeling the impact. So many of the things we use every day contain a chip. Laptops and desktops, sure. But also household...
Get a FREE IT RISC Assessment (and that’s not a typo!)
Most small businesses don't have the time or resources to perform in-depth IT assessments on their own. This can be a major problem, as failing to keep your technology up to date can lead to reliability and security issues down the road. Therefore, Blisstech Solutions...
Get on top of this now if any of your staff are hybrid working
People are increasingly doing their work remotely and hybrid working has become the new norm. Despite the fact that it has been more than two years since many of us were forced to work from home, too many organisations still do not have the appropriate cyber security...
Spam emails are losing your business hundreds of hours every year
Spam emails: Very annoying and everyone hates them! They take up your time and make it hard for you to get other work done! A recent study found that each one of our employees could be losing 80 hours per year due the hassle associated with managing spam. That’s a LOT...
A new zero-day vulnerability in Windows
Introduction A new zero-day vulnerability in Windows Search has been discovered which can be exploited to automatically open a malicious search window containing remotely-hosted malware executables. The vulnerability is triggered when a user launches a Word document,...
Why you should use a password manager
Introduction It can be difficult to keep track of all of your online passwords, especially if you have multiple accounts for different purposes. But did you know that there is a way to keep all of your passwords safe and secure? A password manager such as LastPass...
What is the Microsoft Modern Workplace?
Microsoft has been hard at work over the past few years to create a new "modern" workplace. Sounds great right, but what is this, and what are its benefits? The Microsoft Modern Workplace is designed to make it easier for employees to collaborate online, and to help...
What are the benefits of outsourcing IT support?
Have you ever started a DIY task only to wish you had just called in an expert? Your IT support should be no different. Many business owners think that they can handle their IT systems themselves. However, unless they have the experience and finger on the pulse of...
The tax relief few businesses know about
A quick summary: When you buy certain new equipment (including computers) you can claim 130% capital allowance What that means: If you spend £1,000 on computer equipment, it'll reduce your corporation tax bill as if you had spent £1,300 How long does it last? It will...
Why setting up Facebook Wi-Fi for your business is a good idea
Setting up Facebook Wi-Fi for your business is a great way to increase customer engagement and loyalty. When customers connect to your guest Wi-Fi they can check in to your business on Facebook to gain access rather than entering a WiFi code. This allows them to stay...
Protecting your data – Backup and Restore
Protecting your data - Backup and Restore Backing up your business data is critical. What are the different methods of backing up your data? How can you restore lost or corrupted data? These are all important questions for any business to ask themselves. After reading...
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