
Microsoft plans a naming system for hackers
Hacking groups are given different names by different security companies. And that means you don’t know who’s really behind an attack so can’t react as quickly as you’d like. That’s about to change, thanks to Microsoft…

Still using Windows 10? You must act NOW
Windows 10 reaches its end of life NEXT MONTH. If your business still isn’t prepared, you must start planning. Now. Here’s what you need to consider…

Beware: Is that Microsoft... or a phishing attempt?
Another email from Microsoft. But this time it’s asking you to take urgent action to protect your account. Before you click any links or provide any personal information, ask yourself: Is it really Microsoft? Or could it be a phishing attempt? Here’s how to tell.

90% of businesses are now using generative AI
You’ve probably heard a lot about generative AI. But did you think about the huge impact it’s having on businesses across the globe? The list of benefits is endless. If you’re not keeping up, this is what you’re missing out on…

Windows 11 will warn you if someone's snooping
You know that feeling that someone’s looking over your shoulder?
When you’re working, it’s not just creepy, it’s a security issue. But Microsoft’s working on a very cool feature in Windows 11 that will stop people snooping at your work. Here’s what we know so far…

Say goodbye to hours wasted on PowerPoint slides
PowerPoint presentations still hold a firm place in many business meetings. But, let’s be honest, they’re a real pain to create. If you regularly use PowerPoint, Microsoft’s got a solution you’ll love…

The BEST protection against ransomware
Ransomware attacks – where hackers steal your data and demand a ransom to give it back – are skyrocketing. You need to have the very best protection in place to keep your data secure. And here’s what that protection is…

Your business’s passwords are still too weak
“iloveyou”, “12345”, “qwerty1”. If I’ve just guessed all your passwords, you need to change them, immediately. Why? Because your passwords are STILL too weak. It’s a big problem…

Fraud is costing businesses MILLIONS
Think fraud is only a problem for big corporations? Think again. Small and medium sized businesses are huge targets. And it’s costing a fortune. Here’s how to stay safe…

Microsoft: Criminals can access your accounts without your password
Just when you think you’ve got cyber security sorted for your business, a new scam comes along. This time, cyber criminals don’t even need to trick you out of your password to access your accounts… they can fool you with something called a “device code”.

Searching in Windows 11 is about to get easier… for some
Searching for files in Windows isn’t always a smooth experience. Sometimes it’s slow and often it’ll show you web results rather than the file you need. But Microsoft is making things much simpler… for some people. Here’s how you can benefit from this.

Beware these free tools – they may be hiding ransomware
Need to change a file from one format to another? Easy, just Google a file converter, right? Stop! That may not be as safe as it seems. Find out why here…

This tiny tweak to Teams will make meetings smoother
Sick of saying “next slide please” in your Teams meetings? Microsoft has a small but powerful new feature that will put an end to that. Find out more here…

Overconfident employees: Your hidden cyber security threat?
Your team are smart, right? They’d never fall for a scam email or click a suspicious link. At least, that’s what they think. Here’s why overconfidence could spell disaster for your business’s security

Could automation save you from spreadsheet headaches?
Spreadsheets slow us down and are too easy to mess up. So, what if I told you there’s a better way to handle data in your business?

Kinetic Becomes Nominet Accredited Channel Partner
Kinetic ICT is now a Nominet Accredited Channel Partner. This gives us full control over .UK domain management under our own IPS tag (KINETIC-UK), improving speed, flexibility and support for our customers. It reflects our commitment to quality, reliability and high service standards.

How to create secure passwords
Using a simple password like “Password1234”? Stop! It might be easy to remember – but it’s also too easy to crack. And it’s putting your business at risk…

Did you notice Incognito mode’s improved privacy?
If your team use Google Chrome’s Incognito mode, you probably assume your browsing is private. But until Microsoft spotted this big flaw, your info could be shared across devices… here’s how they’ve fixed it.

Copilot could soon auto-open in Microsoft Edge
Is Edge your business’s browser of choice? Microsoft’s thinking of automatically opening Copilot when you use it. It could boost productivity, but there are privacy concerns to be aware of…

How concerned should you be about cyber attacks?
You’ve probably heard a lot of talk about cyber attacks but how worried should you really be? Well, very, because cyber criminals are getting smarter. We have good news to share about how you can protect your business