Reactive vs. Proactive IT support

Halcyon IT Support

When it comes to IT support, many businesses go for a ‘fix-it when its broken’ approach. These businesses do this because they think that it will save them money, as they only pay for the IT support services when a problem arises. But is this really the case? Even if a business has invested in […]

How to protect your business from ransomware attacks

Halcyon Ransomware

If a ransomware attack is successful it can easily see your whole business out of action. It is currently seen as one of the greatest online threats and can shut down entire networks. So, what is it and how do you protect against it? What is ransomware? Ransomware is a malicious software, also known as […]

Phishing Emails: How to avoid being the next victim

Phishing Emails

You receive an email from what appears to be a trusted organisation asking for personal information from you like usernames, passwords, or bank account details. These kinds of emails often include links taking you to a site to input your personal data. It might look legitimate, but how can you tell if it’s genuine or […]

Preventing Cyber Attacks During Covid-19

Cyber Attacks

Covid-19 is providing more than its fair share of challenges and a lot of uncertainty for businesses. Maintaining business continuity when you aren’t prepared for a remote workforce can cause costly disruptions, so it’s no surprise that when businesses are confronted with a seismic shift in working practices, it can often lead to errors being […]

Cybersecurity tips for businesses working from home

Cyber Security Halcyon

The COVID-19 crisis has forced many businesses to have to work from home. As the pandemic continues, many businesses will have to continue to work from home for the foreseeable future. This can lead to a range of security issues for you and your business. Many cybersecurity networks are designed for working in an office, […]