Cyan Solutions Ltd

Cloud computing has been growing in popularity in recent years, but there is still a lot of misconception and myths surrounding the technology.
We address and bust the top 5 myths on #cloud #technology.
https://cyansolutions.co.uk/myth-busting- cloud-technology/

A big congratulations to our Helpdesk Engineer, Kelly Morgan, who yesterday successfully passed her latest Microsoft Certification exam, 'Configuring Windows Device.'
As a company and team, we are proud to witness her continued success on her Microsoft journey and career in IT.

TOP TIPS FROM THE TECH EXPERTS... It’s fine to click on links when you’re on trusted sites. Clicking on links that appear in random emails, however, isn’t such a smart move.
Think before you click!
#TechTipTuesday #TechTuesday

New research from RiskIQ shows over $1m a minute is being lost to #cybercrime.
Find out more about 'The Evil Internet Minute'.
http://ow.ly/uLCL30lEGvw

No matter what industry you are in or what size your business is, a foolproof data back up and disaster recovery plan is vital to protecting your company and avoiding a crisis should the worst happen.
Getting back-ups correct is no easy task, and disaster recovery is even more difficult to implement effectively. Ever changing and growing technology such as cloud solutions adds yet another layer of complexity to IT systems and is just another aspect that needs a reliable back ...up plan.
Read our 'Essential Data Back-Up & Disaster Recovery Tips'.
http://ow.ly/qBX130lEGvv
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IT strategy is critical to any successful business. You must formulate governance plans and strategies, as well as accompanying policies and procedures, to enable your organisation to achieve its strategic vision, support growth, manage risk, and exhibit responsible financial management.
Would your SME benefit from the strategic guidance of a Chief Information Officer? Cyan offer a vCIO service.
Find out more.
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IT Security is a business wide priority.
Find out how to 'Navigate through the cyber threat landspace' in this article by I-CIO.
https://www.i-cio.com/…/navigating-thro ugh-the-new-cyber-th…

TOP TIPS FROM THE TECH EXPERTS... Multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds extra security to websites because it requires users to type in a unique authentication code as well as a username and password. Many sites, including social media, offer MFA as standard but it needs to be switched on from within your account settings. If it's available use it.
#techtuesday #CyanTechTips

Looking to outsource your IT?
Read the Top 5 benefits, for SMEs, of outsourcing your technology requirements.
http://ow.ly/JTbZ30lEGvr

Today, in 1945 the first computer bug was revealed by Grace Hopper. But do you know why it's called a 'computer bug'?
Find out here.
http://ow.ly/NJyE30lEGvp
... #Computerbug #TechHistory
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One of the most common ways that people get hacked is called #phishing or #spearphishing.
Find out via Business Insider how through the use of a $20 security key, none of Google's 85,000 employees have had their work accounts taken over in a year.
http://ow.ly/LFuJ30lEGvn

As an IT Solutions provider, we have a rounded view of the technology world.
From the underpinning technologies of file storage, groupware and security to the strategy of deploying technology to meet business objectives in a controlled manner, we present clarity of vision and execute against a plan.
We are experienced and capable of working with stakeholders, internal staff and external vendors to manage expectations, define requirements and deliver solutions.
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A recent report identified the US grid was being attacked as much as every four days by a cyber or physical attack - that's nearly 100 times a year. And in the UK, 15% of attacks were intended for the energy sector. A breach could cost the UK economy £442bn.
We discuss the cybercrime risks for the distributed grid and protecting it, in our latest article.
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TOP TIPS FROM THE TECH EXPERTS... Using the 'Shift' key along when adding characters, followed with any sequence of numbers in your password will make it easier to remember and will significantly improve the security of your password.
#techtuesday #CyanTechTips

"We try to, when you come to Google, fulfil that need that you have as quickly as possible." Larry Page
Fact of the day: #Google was founded 20 years today by Larry Page and Sergey Brin.
... Read the history of the most widely used search engine, and remind yourself of what it used to look like.
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With so many #cloud services available in a swamped marketplace, selecting the right solution for your business is crucial. Standard cloud models often aren't a good fit. The need to respond quickly to increasing customer demand, or work securely from anywhere at any time on any device are a challenge for any business, regardless of size.
Now, imagine a cloud computing service tailored to your business. Your servers, line of business applications, company data and security co...ncerns all taken care of in a protected, dedicated cloud environment, fully managed by our team of experts.
Find out more about our scalable, tailored cloud solutions.
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Keep an eye out for Lesley, our Business Administrator on ITV News Meridian tonight at 6pm.
In November 2014, Lesley became an Altruistic Kidney Donor and donated a kidney to a complete stranger.
Together with four other altruistic kidney donors, Lesley was interviewed by Merdien News as part of NHS Organ Donation Week.
... Find out more about this incredible act of kindness by Lesley and organ donation on ITV1 at 6pm.
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Despite it only seeming like yesterday that 4G mobile connectivity arrived, the Age of 5G is almost upon us.
Information Age report that "we’ll see speeds up to ten times faster than we are currently used to, and network latency in the single digit milliseconds'.
Read more about this groundbreaking mobile network here.
... https://www.information-age.com/the-age-o f-5g-123473669/"
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