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Beware this malware

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                              Beware this malware: It “annoys” you into handing over login details How cautious are you and your team with online security? You know about phishing scams, dodgy downloads, and not clicking suspicious links, right? But an even sneakier new malware (that’s malicious software) wants to frustrate you into giving up your Google login details. The malware doesn’t have a catchy name yet, but it’s part of a larger threat known as “Amadey”, and it’s been on the rise since August. It forces your PC into something called “kiosk mode” (a setting often used on public computers that only lets you access one window). This allows it to lock your browser in full screen mode, hiding all your usual navigation buttons like the address bar and menus. Then you get sent to a fake Google password reset page. Normally, you’d just hit the Esc or F11 keys to get out of full screen mode, right? Well, not this time. It won’t work if the malware has infected your PC. It wants to conf
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                     Microsoft’s browser takes back the Edge with streamlined settings If you’ve ever tried to tweak a setting in Microsoft Edge and found yourself lost in all the options, this one’s for you. Microsoft is cleaning up the Settings page, so you’ll no longer need to dig around in endless menus to find the setting you need. What’s changing? You’ll see a new quick access panel under the main Settings menu, giving you shortcuts to the features you’re likely to use the most. Settings will also be split into smaller submenus, like “System and Performance” and “Appearance”, making it easier to find exactly what you want. Better yet? The submenus will have their own quick access shortcuts too. The improvements will give Google Chrome (which has been praised for its well-organised settings) a run for its money. So if your team doesn’t already use Edge as their default browser, it’s a great time to give it another try. Microsoft is currently testing the update, and it should start
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Data Loss Prevention

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                              A third of all data loss is caused by problems with backups Losing access to your business’s data – even temporarily – is a nightmare worthy of a horror movie. Data backup tools create copies of your data and store them in a safe place. If something goes wrong, recovery tools will use these copies to restore your lost files. So, if your business already uses backup and recovery tools, you’d think your data is safe… but this isn’t necessarily true. A new report shows that some backup tools aren’t always as reliable as they should be. In fact, a third of all data losses are caused by backup-related issues. When people try to recover data, they discover it’s been lost or corrupted. It’s not just corrupted backups that you should be aware of. One of the biggest threats to businesses right now is ransomware. This is a type of malicious software (or “malware”) that locks you out of your files unless you pay a ransom to regain access. The report found that half o
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A third of all data loss is caused by backup failures

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                                             A third of all data loss is caused by backup failures Losing access to your business’s data – even temporarily – can feel like a nightmare straight out of a horror film. Backup tools are designed to create copies of your data and store them securely. When things go wrong, recovery tools should restore your lost files using these backups. So, if your business already uses backup and recovery solutions, you might assume your data is safe. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. According to a recent report, some backup tools aren’t as reliable as they should be. In fact, backup-related issues account for a third of all data losses. Many businesses discover too late that their data is either corrupted or missing when they attempt to recover it. Corrupted backups aren't the only concern. One of the most significant threats facing businesses today is ransomware – malicious software (malware) that locks you out of your files unt
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Want to make your Purchasing and Marketing easier?

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                              Reverse image search makes purchasing and marketing easier You might think of the Windows Photos app as a basic tool for viewing and managing images. But with an upcoming update to Windows 11, there’s a new feature that could be very useful for your business: Visual Search with Bing. With the update, you’ll be able to do a reverse image search straight from the app, showing you similar images and related information. How can this benefit your business? Let’s say you’re looking at a photo and you want to know more about a product, place or person in the image. Reverse image search is a faster way to get the information you need. It’s a great tool for eCommerce store owners – you can use it to find out who else is selling a product, compare pricing, or track down new suppliers. Marketing teams can also use it to easily find similar visuals to use in campaigns, or to make sure images aren’t being used elsewhere. It also helps you check the origin
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A Game-Changer for eCommerce and Marketing

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Unlock Business Potential with Windows 11's New Visual Search: A Game-Changer for eCommerce and Marketing The Windows Photos app is often seen as a simple tool for viewing and organising images, but an upcoming update in Windows 11 is about to make it much more useful for your business: the new Visual Search feature powered by Bing. With this update, you’ll be able to perform a reverse image search directly from the Photos app, helping you find similar images and related information in just a few clicks. How can this benefit your business? Imagine looking at a photo and needing more information about a product, place, or person within the image. Reverse image search offers a quick way to get the details you need, streamlining the process. For eCommerce businesses, it’s especially handy—you can discover who else is selling a product, compare prices, or even track down new suppliers. Marketing teams can use it to source similar visuals for campaigns or ensure that images ar
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            Understanding PSTN: The Backbone of Traditional Telephony in the Digital Age In an era where digital communication technologies like VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) and mobile networks dominate, the term PSTN might sound a bit outdated. However, the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) remains a foundational technology for global communication. It’s the very backbone of traditional landline telephony, and despite the rapid growth of digital alternatives, it continues to play an essential role in many areas. In this blog, we’ll explore what PSTN is, how it works, and why it remains relevant in today’s rapidly evolving communication landscape. What is PSTN? The Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) is the global network of circuit-switched telephone systems that allows users to make landline phone calls. Initially, it was composed of analog phone lines, but over the decades, the technology has evolved to incorporate digital components as well. PSTN function
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