No, we don’t just mean when the sun puts you in the shadow of your monitors. As the digital workplace evolves into an increasingly hybrid and decentralised model, Shadow IT has increasingly become an unknown threat for businesses worldwide. This te...

The Importance of Multi-Factor Authentication for Business Security As cyber crime continues to become more sophisticated, protecting your online accounts and sensitive data has become an essential part of both personal and business cyber security pr...

In a world of constantly evolving cyber threats where more than 560,000 new malware attacks are discovered daily, businesses are constantly facing cyber security challenges. Whilst many businesses rightly invest in comprehensive cyber security soluti...

Safeguarding sensitive business data and resources against unauthorised access is of utmost importance when facing cyber threats. In a recent article, we covered the importance of the Principle of Least Privilege Access in ensuring that businesses en...

October marks the start of Cyber Security Awareness Month, and as always throughout the month TwentyFour will be sharing practical advice, educational content and simple ways businesses can strengthen their cyber security. Make sure to check back her...

Every laptop, desktop, smartphone, tablet and server connected to your business forms a way for your team to work. But if they are not managed securely, they can also create another route into you for cyber criminals or form a network of Shadow IT (o...

Whilst it is important that your business has the right security tools and policies in place. Did you know that your people could be one of your strongest lines of defence against cyber attacks?  Well, that is only if they are given the knowledge, c...

File sharing is part of everyday business. Employees send documents to colleagues, collaborate with customers, share information with suppliers and access files while working remotely.  However, did you know that a simple sharing mistake could expos...

We are once again incredibly proud to Headline Sponsor the Doncaster Business Awards, as well as sponsor the Large Business of the Year category for 2026.  We would like to wish a massive congratulations to all of the finalists of the 2026 Doncaster...

Identity Access Management, often referred to as IAM or “Identity and Access Management”, is the way your business controls who can access its systems, data, applications and devices.  Put simply, Identity Access Management ensures that the righ...

Cyber security is no longer just an IT issue. It is a business resilience issue, a compliance issue, a reputational issue and, in many cases, should be a board-level priority to ensure that your business can succeed.  The latest UK Government Cyber ...

TwentyFour has been named as a finalist in two categories at the 2026 MSP Titans of the Industry Awards, recognising our continued global growth and success.  TwentyFour IT Services has been shortlisted in the EMEA MSP category, while TwentyFour CTO...

Managed IT… that is what you expect us to say as a Managed IT Service Provider isn’t it? Well, the truth is a lot more complicated than that, and the answer can heavily depend on your business. Technology is no longer something that sits quie...

TwentyFour IT Services is proud to announce that we are now an official Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus Certification Body.  Licensed and Assured by IASME, the National Cyber Security Centre’s official delivery partner for the Cybe...

Why is Business Downtime more than an IT Problem?  It is something that many business owners worry about, that one thing that causes major disruptions to your business operations.   However, that one thing is rarely the only cause of downtime. Yes...

Microsoft Publisher, first released in 1991, has been used by businesses for many years to create flyers, newsletters, posters, certificates, forms, templates, branded documents and other internal or external documents. However, 35 years on M...

Businesses throughout the UK are searching for practical ways to improve efficiency, support employees, understand how their users operate day-to-day across their business, and. by extension, find ways to improve productivity. But how can you d...

Manufacturing businesses are becoming more connected than ever before adopting newer technologies across every aspect of their business to increase productivity and efficiency. Production lines, warehouse systems, stock systems, office networks,...

Wi-Fi is often the first thing people think about when they want to connect to their business network. It is convenient, flexible and essential for laptops, tablets, phones, handheld scanners, guest access, meeting rooms and shared working spaces...

TwentyFour IT Services are incredibly proud to congratulate our Managing Director, Mike Smith, on being elected to join the Doncaster Chamber Board of Directors as a Non-Executive Director (NED).  Mike has been elected alongside Virginia Perki...

Wi-Fi 1 802.11 launched in 1997, meaning that we have been seeing wireless technology get stronger and faster for nearly 30 years, gaining popularity, and seeing widespread adoption.  What once helped a small number of devices connect with...

More Wi-Fi! Okay, it’s not that simple. Fixing areas of your business which are experiencing Wi-Fi dead zones actually requires more understanding of your business as a whole.   What do you do?  Where do you need connectivity?  Where ar...

The working environment is not what it was 10 years ago. Global events have seen businesses drastically changing the way that they work. Businesses now see users working from the office, from home, while travelling, and across a mix of devices such...

Cloud platforms such as Microsoft 365 have transformed the way businesses work. Your business can access files, emails, systems, and applications from the office, at home, on the move, simply and easily from both personal or company device...

In short… Compliance Management is the ongoing process of making sure your business not only meets the requirements of a recognised standard or certification but continues to follow them; day after day, month after month, and year after ...

An Attacker (or Adversary) in the Middle, often shortened to AitM, is the modern evolution of what many people still call a Man in the Middle attack.   In simple terms, it happens when a cyber criminal inserts themselves between a user and ...

When most people think about malware, they think about a piece of malicious software that is installed on their computer, ransomware attacks, or even suspicious emails, dodgy attachments, or fake text messages from “PayPal”, “Amazon”, or...

When it comes to the digital security of your business two terms often get used interchangeably: cyber security and cyber resilience.   But aren’t these the same thing? No.  Cyber security is about preventing attacks, reducing vulnerabilities,...

Phishing attacks are becoming more convincing and harder to spot as cyber criminals adapt to the increasing awareness around traditional attack vectors. It is for this reason why cyber criminals are changing many of their attack methods to att...

Business impersonation is easier than many organisations realise, and it has only gotten easier, more sophisticated and believable in recent years through the use of common AI tools. A cyber criminal does not always need to break into your sys...

Choosing the right Managed Service Provider (MSP) is no longer just about fixing IT issues when they arise. Nowadays, it is more important that businesses partner with a provider who will enable sustainable growth through the use of technolog...

TwentyFour IT Services are proud to announce today (April 1st, 2026) that we have officially become Patrons of Doncaster Chamber of Commerce. This reflects our continued commitment to supporting the growth, collaboration, resilience and long-...

Doncaster Business Showcase is one of the region’s biggest and most anticipated business events, taking place on Thursday 26 February 2026 from 10:00am to 4:00pm at Doncaster Racecourse, Leger Way, Doncaster, DN2 6BB. Recognised as Yorks...

40% of Neurodivergent Young people (aged 18-25) believe that being neurodivergent is a barrier to them finding employment. Despite 77% of those wanting to work. This is why it is incredibly important that businesses throughout Doncaster and our wider...

It’s almost the start of a new fiscal year which means that many businesses are ensuring they have their 2026/2027 budgets allocated. Now more than ever it is essential that businesses prioritise their IT and Cyber Security to building resilien...

At TwentyFour IT Services, we are incredibly proud to announce that we have chosen to continue our Headline Sponsorship of the Doncaster Business Awards for both 2026 and 2027. Following an unforgettable year as Headline Sponsor of the 2025 Doncaster...

It is the start of a new year, and no doubt many business owners/directors already have a plan of where they would like to see their business performing in 12 months, and what achievements they would have liked to achieve by that time. But the big qu...

The Purple and Green tinsel and seasonal decorations are up around the TwentyFour IT office, which can only mean one thing… It’s Christmas!!!!   We’ve gathered around the tree for our annual Christmas jumper photo, exchanged gifts at ...

Yesterday, December 11th 2025, TwentyFour IT Services were incredible proud to Headline Sponsor the 2025 Doncaster Business Awards. The only words we can use to describe this year’s awards are nothing short of “phenomenal”! 33 members of o...

The festive season is rapidly approaching, and many businesses will be preparing to wind down operations as staff take time to be with their families over the holiday season. But it is incredibly important that businesses remember that just because t...

Yes, cyber Attacks on businesses increase by about 30% during public holidays such as Christmas and UK Bank Holidays, and even over times when it is common for more people to be off work (such as during the summer). Public holidays are usually a time...

Black Friday is one of the most eagerly anticipated shopping events of the year, offering consumers the chance to purchase a wide range of items from a variety of retailers at significantly reduced prices in the run up to Christmas. However, Black Fr...

Picture this, you come into your office on a morning like any other, but you can’t access your files, instead your business is presented with a ransom note from cyber criminals who have stolen and encrypted all of your business data.  For many UK...

We’ve all been in this situation, you head to a meeting with a client and you want to get on to the internet to be able to show them files, photos, videos, and much more. Problem being… there is no “Guest Wi-Fi”. But you still nee...

Imagine this: it’s midday in your office and suddenly the lights turn off, your AC stops, and even that little speaker in the corner of your office providing a bit of background noise goes quiet. Power outage! But it goes even further. Your servers...

This October, brace yourselves for Cyber Security Awareness Month, where we invite you to our month-long adventure into the world of cyber security… As cyber threats continue to evolve, we’re here to arm you and your business with the kno...

AI, it seems like it has been the big buzzword over the past couple of years, being bolted on to multiple products, both useful and… not so useful. Do you really need an AI-powered plant pot or hair brush? AI technology has evolved a lot over t...

One of the very first questions we ask a business when meeting with them for the first time is “When did you last review your IT strategy?” The most common answer to that question is usually “A few years ago.”. However, the id...

Hint: Probably not, or at least, not yet. Let’s start by saying that your business is probably using “1 Gigabit Networking”, and for you, that is probably all you need and will need now and for the foreseeable future. In fact, it is est...

We are incredibly proud to announce that TwentyFour IT Services is not only Headline Sponsor and Large Business of the Year Sponsor, but also a finalist in 3 categories in the 2025 Doncaster Business Awards. We would like to wish a massive congratula...

What is your long-term business strategy? Where do you want to see your business in 3-5 years? These are questions that many business owners and senior executives often ask themselves. But it is important to ask yourself other questions surrounding t...

Cyber security threats are becoming increasingly complex, leading to an increase in cyber breaches on UK businesses from 2.39 million in 2022 to 8.58 million in 2024. Meaning that businesses, now more than ever, need to ensure that they are abiding b...

RAM, SSDs, GPUs, CPUs, we can already see your eyes glazing over. However, selecting the right hardware can influence your business’s ability to not only stay secure, as we spoke about in our recent Windows 10 EOL article, but it can also drastical...

Why being out-of-date is a significant Cyber Security risk  Many businesses do not regularly update their hardware, operating systems or even the software they use, operating under the misguided notion that out-of-date software, operating systems, a...

Over the past decade, digitalisation has become pivotal to the survival and growth of businesses across the UK (United Kingdom), and the logistics sector is no exception. The rise of technologies like real-time tracking, automation, cloud-based platf...

Over the past few years, the use of AI solutions such as ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Perplexity, and many others has increased drastically around the world. Google even integrate AI overviews into search results now. However, how reliable can these be? I...

High Availability Internet: Keeping your Uptime during Downtime! Does your business rely on the internet to be able to function? As more and more businesses migrate to a “digital first” landscape, utilising cloud-hosted solutions and serv...

Change is the only constant; as a species, we are constantly looking to improve, adapt, and evolve. So, why is it that change in business can often be met with apprehension and resistance?   Adopting new digital technologies, especially as businesse...

Cyber attacks are now one of the biggest threats to small and medium-sized businesses in the UK (SMEs/SMBs). According to the UK government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2024, 50% of businesses suffered a cyber incident or data breach over the c...

For small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), IT downtime can quickly escalate from a minor inconvenience into a critical threat to your business operations. While large enterprises may have the resources to navigate and resolve these disruptions in ...

We are excited to roll out our new and improved client referral programme to our clientele. At TwentyFour IT Services, we are proud to have grown to support more than 130 businesses throughout the Doncaster region. Not only that, but we also now have...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, with new models seemingly being released every few months to push forward this new technology. Businesses are increasingly looking at how they can integrate AI solutions as part of their digital trans...

As we enter the summer period, many people find themselves distracted by family gatherings, BBQs, vacations, and well-deserved breaks. While these moments are important for employees to recharge and enjoy well-deserved time with their families, they ...

We are incredibly proud to announce that TwentyFour IT Services is the Headline Sponsor for this year’s Doncaster Business Awards, taking place on 11th December 2025. Read the official announcement here. This announcement comes at a time of exc...

It’s summer, time to get away, relax by the pool, spend time with family, and forget about work… right? The reality is, that for many people, it is difficult to switch off and leave it all behind, especially for owners and managers of small t...

What are Supply Chain Attacks? Supply chain attacks are a major cyber threat facing organisations. These attacks can cause far-reaching and costly disruption, as they exploit vulnerabilities in a supplier’s systems to gain access to a customer&...

In today’s inclusive working environment, businesses must find ways to be able to support a wide range of requirements to allow their employees to work as effectively as possible. In the average working environment, employees may manage wide-ra...

What does Digital Transformation mean to your business? Digital Transformation has been a buzzword in business for a while, and for some, it just sounds like a different way of saying “get technology to make things happen.” But it goes fa...

The theory of technology alignment has been around since the 1990s. It is primarily focused on ensuring your IT infrastructure and strategies perfectly match your business goals.   Don’t worry; you are not alone if you are familiar with the term b...

Over the past few decades, the Internet has fundamentally transformed our global society, economy, and critical business infrastructure. This digital revolution, often called the “cyber civilisation,” has transformed how we communicate, ...

Cyber Essentials, the government-backed cyber security certification scheme managed by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and the IASME Consortium , is introducing important updates to this scheme/standard from April 28th, 2025. These changes ...

You’re excited for the weekend as you peruse apparel websites on a Friday afternoon during your lunch break… For each site you enter, you encounter the website’s cookie consent options: “Manage preferences, Reject all,” or &...

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) depend on IT infrastructure. Even small-scale operations, such as the smallest cafe in your local town, use IT. Think of point of sale (POS) systems, online/app ordering, internal networking infrastructure, an...

Is your business protected against the latest Cyber Threats? Over the past year, UK Businesses have faced approximately 2.39 Million Cyber Attacks, equivalent to 4.55 Cyber Attacks every minute of every day and 81% of those affected are small to medi...

Considerations for your 2025 IT and Cyber Security Budget It’s almost the start of a new fiscal year which means that many businesses are ensuring they have their 2025/2026 budgets allocated. Now more than ever it is essential that businesses p...

How Businesses Can Leverage Group Policies and Microsoft 365 to Manage Microsoft Edge Effectively  As businesses increasingly adopt cloud-based solutions and centralised IT management, utilising group policies to manage a standardised deployment acr...

 The Threat of Clickjacking: What It Is and How Your Business Can Stay Protected One threat that every business owner should be aware of is clickjacking. While it may sound technical, the concept is simple — and the consequences for your business ...

We have spoken about “Zero Day” vulnerabilities in many other articles, such as our article about the differences between Traditional Anti-Virus and modern solutions such as Endpoint Detection & Response. But what exactly is a “...

Do you know if the websites that you are visiting are malicious? How about if the forms that you are filling out are designed to capture personal information they should not be doing? Whilst many businesses are starting to include security awareness ...

At this year’s Doncaster Business Showcase (February 27th, 2025) we will be hosting a talk for businesses attending from across the local region, showcasing a range of tools that businesses can utilise to improve their productivity and operatio...

Ransomware is a phase that many people have heard of over the past 15 years, but many people do not know what it is, how these types of attacks have grown, and how businesses could be affected. Many people still think of ransomware as a simple “...

If you have been looking to switch from costly onside file storage to scalable cloud storage in the past decade, then you will have come across the name Microsoft SharePoint at least a couple of times. Microsoft SharePoint has established itself as a...

We are exhibiting at Doncaster Business Showcase 2025! The countdown is on! In just a couple of months’ time, Doncaster Racecourse will once again be buzzing with energy as the region’s largest business expo comes back to town… or s...

It is the start of a new year, and no doubt many business owners/directors already have a plan of where they would like to see their business performing in 12 months, and what achievements they would have liked to achieve by that time. But the big qu...

What an incredible night it was at Doncaster Racecourse to celebrate the amazing accomplishments of so many outstanding local businesses who were selected as finalists across 16 distinct categories. We were even lucky enough to be selected as finalis...

Merry Christmas: A look back at TwentyFour’s 2024 The decorations are up in the TwentyFour IT Services office (Purple & Green obviously). Gifts are being exchanged, carols can be heard being sung from Lucy’s office, and Mike has brought in a...

You may have seen the announcement we made recently as part of our sponsorship of the 2024 “Doncaster, What’s Next?” Business Conference. Previously exclusive to Doncaster Chamber members, we are expanding our “Switch to TwentyFo...

The festive season is rapidly approaching, and many businesses will be preparing to wind down operations as staff take time to be with their families over the holiday season. But it is incredibly important that businesses remember that just because t...

On Tuesday, September 4th, 2024, Doncaster Chamber announced the finalists for the 2024 Doncaster Business Awards, and we are both thrilled and humbled to be announced as finalists in three categories in this year’s Business Awards: Customer Se...

The last 10 years have been an amazing journey for the TwentyFour IT Services team. Did you know that it was in our first year of re-branding as TwentyFour IT Services (formerly Stronghold IT from 2009-2014) that we won the Small Business of the Year...

We are incredibly proud to announce that at the 2024 Doncaster Business Awards, we are sponsoring the Large Business of the Year Award! We are incredibly proud of our local business community, and being able to sponsor an award at this year’s D...

“Scan this QR code to order your food.” “Scan here to contact us.” “Scan this code to pay for your parking.” we see these types of messages all the time, we even use them in our own printed signs and banners (just ...

Yes, cyber Attacks on businesses increase by about 30% during public holidays such as Christmas and UK Bank Holidays, and even over times when it is common for more people to be off work (such as during the summer).   Public holidays are usually a t...

A Security Operations Centre (SOC) is a team solely focused on keeping your business safe from cyber security threats. This team includes managers, security analysts, and engineers, who work closely with your business and IT personnel to monitor, ide...

Businesses are constantly searching for secure, yet convenient, solutions to manage user access to the vast array of online services that they use daily. For many years this has been through a mixture of Password Policies, Password Management and Mul...

A Rubber Ducky could cripple your business!  USB drives have long been a convenient method for transferring data, whether that be sharing presentations, transporting or sending files and much more, but they also present a significant security risk t...

As business technology, mobile phones, tablets, and computers continue to evolve at ever-increasing paces, managing, and securing the diverse array of devices your business and its employees have is more challenging than ever. Mobile Device Managemen...

Understanding SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) When it comes to business Network Security and Remote connectivity, you’ve likely heard of Firewalls, VPNs (Virtual Private Networks), and other cyber security solutions. But a new solution is qui...

The Advantages of Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) Over Traditional Signature-Based Antivirus  The cyber security threat landscape grows and expands every day, with over 500,000 new cyber threats discovered daily. Over the past 12 months, UK...

Many of our customers will have experienced it “we are escalating this ticket to our second line team,” but what does that mean? Does it mean that the first line team member does not have the right knowledge? Does it mean that they do not...

The internet is far larger than many may think, the Deep Web alone is approximately 400 times larger than the surface web, which everyday users browse. However, a shadowy and often misunderstood sector known as the “Dark Web” lurks beneat...

The last 18 months have seen major changes in the IT support landscape, not only throughout the local South Yorkshire region, but also throughout the UK. Many smaller MSP’s (managed service providers) have been bought out by larger providers, or pr...

The past year has already seen major advancements in the field of Generative AI and Large Language Models such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Bing Chat Google Bard, Facebook LLaMA and many other independent models. An unfortunate side effect of the rise in th...

“Technology continues to grow at an ever-evolving pace.” It is a phrase we hear and read all too often nowadays. But that doesn’t mean that it is not true. As newer technologies, software’s and operating systems become available, ...

The cyber security threat landscape is constantly evolving, with businesses facing new cyber threats every day. As cyber criminals wage war on the world, businesses are adapting their cyber security to protect against these latest threats. As such ma...

Cyber Attacks against UK Businesses are constantly on the rise, more than 500,000 cyber attacks discovered daily, UK Businesses alone were the target of 7.78 million cyber attacks throughout 2023, and 81% of the businesses suffering because of these ...

With cyber threats on UK businesses becoming more common and sophisticated, more than tripling in 2023 (from 2.39 million in 2022, to more than 7.78 million in 2023), businesses need to ensure that they have a comprehensive approach to protect their ...

A recent collaboration between British and American universities has spotlighted an alarming development in the field of cyber security. Researchers have successfully trained a deep learning AI model to record and identify keyboard keystrokes with a ...

You may have seen our previous articles on the importance of strong Password Policies, MFA/2FA, Single Sign On and more. The importance of security with your online accounts is crucial, and the evolution of authentication methods has taken a signific...

Why Every Business Needs Comprehensive Cyber Security Solutions Now More Than Ever  Cyber security is not just a buzzword; it’s an essential investment for businesses in the face of evolving cyber security threats, one more so than Small and Mediu...

Cyber Security is not merely an IT concern; it is a fundamental business practice that everyone, in every business, no matter your size, should be concerned about. One of the many key pillars of a comprehensive cyber security solution is an effective...

Cables, satellites, data centres, servers, and even your business network. Complex networks around the world enable seamless communication across the globe. But have you ever wondered about some of the technology behind all this complex transfer of d...

Hi everyone, It’s Mike Smith here, and let’s face it, I have the shape of a gorilla (or, more unkindly, a Hobbit); relatively speaking, long back and short legs. This is genetic, of course, from the male line, dad and grandad, much the same s...

If your business suffered a cyber attack, hardware failure or issues which took down your digital infrastructure as the result of a natural disaster, how long would it take your business to get back to full operational capacity? And how much would th...

Even large enterprises with internal IT teams face the challenge of balancing their internal resources with the escalating demands of modern technology and cyber threats. This is where our co-managed IT support comes in, blending the strengths of int...

Data, data, everywhere… but is it all backed up? Ensuring the safety and redundancy of your business data is more critical than ever. Data loss can have catastrophic consequences, from financial setbacks to reputational damage, and much more. W...

We Are Knights – Our Long Term Partnership with Doncaster Knights As the 2024/2025 rugby union season approaches, the local community are turning their eyes to our Doncaster Knights as they enter their 150th year. Founded in 1875, Doncaster Kni...

Earlier this year, the UK government implemented a ground-breaking law that prohibits the use of default usernames and passwords in smart and connected devices. This decisive move, part of the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (P...

How do you effectively manage all the users and devices in your business? If you have read our article on why Local Admin is dangerous, you should by now know that setting them as local admins of their own devices is the last thing you want to be doi...

Businesses throughout the country are constantly striving to succeed, to find new ways to grow and improve within their industry, and to achieve their goals. At TwentyFour IT Services, we have been partnering with businesses throughout the UK for mor...

Traditional Cyber Security software such as Signature Based Anti-Virus are no combat against the rapidly growing and evolving cyber security threats that businesses are facing every day. If someone plugs in a USB Rubber Ducky into a business device, ...

A Revolution in Professional Communication  It often goes overlooked; however, the humble email signature plays a crucial role in business communications, often being the last impression left on a recipient. However, traditionally, email signatures ...

Browser Session Token Hijacking: A Rising Threat to Businesses Browser Session Token Hijack attacks are on the rise! We have seen numerous instances of businesses being targeted in these types of attack throughout 2024. However, this grave cyber secu...

We hear it all the time: “I’m too small to be targeted,” “we are insignificant compared to bigger companies”, and much more. These are just some of the misconceptions about cyber security; however these inaccuracies, assumpt...

Penetration Testing (also known as “Pen Testing”) is the deliberate probing, or attack, on your computer system, network, web application, or even cloud platform to look for vulnerabilities that cyber criminals could exploit. Think of it ...

With the advent of AI and its increasing use across all industries, businesses are seeking innovative solutions to improve productivity and streamline operations. Gone is Clippy, the old Microsoft Helper, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft’s AI tool, whi...

When it comes to your business’s cyber security, your business data is at the heart of your digital infrastructure. Implementing a robust and comprehensive cyber security solution is essential for protecting your business data. While the vast m...

Many businesses will have heard of the term “cloud computing;” However, this generalised term can take on a wide range of forms to perform a wide range of tasks. Microsoft Azure stands as a pivotal and comprehensive suite of cloud computi...

If a malicious threat actor gained access to your business wi-fi network, what could they access? Many businesses see wi-fi as a convenient way for their devices to access the internet or internal systems. However, the reality is that as cyber securi...

“Doncaster, What’s Next” is Doncaster’s annual conference which brings together more than 200 business leaders from across the Doncaster and wider area to hear about developments in the Doncaster region, hear from panels focusing on a...

Navigating The Cyber Security Standards: Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 Explained  With the growth of modern technology, cyber threats have become sophisticated, and data breaches are becoming more common and costly. Safeguar...

UK charities are navigating a precarious path when it comes to the balance between funding and their IT and Cyber Security solutions. This dual pressure of limited resources and an ever-expanding digital footprint have left many charities exposed to ...

A quiet revolution is underway, aiming to bridge the digital divide and empower charities throughout the UK with the latest in IT Software, Hardware & Cyber Security Solutions. As the world becomes increasingly digital, the need for charities to...

Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks represent a critical cyber security threat that can cripple the online presence or connectivity of businesses, leading to significant operational, financial, and potentially reputational damage. What is a ...

Are Apple Macs/MacBooks secure from Cyber Attacks? The Myths of Mac Security  You have a Mac, so you can’t get virus’ right? That would make for a short article, however, this has become a common misconception in the Cyber Security Industry, so ...

As the physical Cyber Security Threat Landscape evolves, with the increasing use of devices such as the USB Rubber Ducky & OMG Cable (among others) to launch attacks, businesses are also facing the growing threat of Bluetooth Impersonation Attac...

“My Internet isn’t working.,” “The Wi-Fi isn’t working.,” “Nothing is Loading” … These are the subjects of common connectivity tickets! And in some cases, they are right, our expert engineers work with ou...

In another of our articles, we covered the dangers of the Hak5 Rubber Ducky and its sister device the OMG Cable, however, Hak5 also have other devices in its arsenal. A device known as the Wi-Fi Pineapple has emerged as a tool of significant interest...

Selecting the right software solution can be critical for business efficiency and success. Microsoft 365 offers two primary licensing options, Business Premium and Enterprise, each catering to different business needs. Understanding these can signifi...

Do you know that box in that cupboard in your business with all the network cables coming into and out of it… Do you know what it does? How to fix a problem with your network if something were to go wrong or become disconnected? Many Businesses...

Over the past few years, the concept of ‘Bring Your Own Device’ (BYOD) has become increasingly popular. Especially through the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses were trying to find ways to get as many laptops/desktops as possible in a short s...

Keeping up to date with the latest changes in technology, ensuring that your business has kept up to date with the latest technology changes, making sure devices are fit for purposes, that licences are correct for the products and services that peopl...

We are just one month away from Doncaster Business Showcase 2024 which will be held at Doncaster Racecourse on, leap day, Thursday, February 29th. We will be joined by more than 200 businesses from across the Doncaster and South Yorkshire Region who ...

Do you ever get an aching neck from looking down at your laptops or monitors? How about eye strain? Hand cramping? These are all common signs of poor posture and ergonomics in the workplace. It is essential that UK Businesses follow Government Health...

Continuity of operations is a paramount concern for many businesses, ensuring that your business can continue to operate in the event of a hardware failure, cyber attack or other natural disasters. The backbone of this operational resilience lies in ...

In an era where digital transformation is at the forefront of every business’s agenda, it is crucial to harness the full potential of the software investments made. One such pivotal investment prevalent across the corporate landscape is the Mic...

Happy New Year from everyone in the TwentyFour IT Services team! As we enter 2024, many businesses are looking ahead at projects, digital transformation, budget seasons and much more. But when it comes to your business IT and Cyber Security, what sho...

As we come to the end of 2023 and businesses prepare to wind down for the Christmas and New Year break, it is time to reflect on this past year, and oh what a year it has been! The journey we have shared with customers and local businesses alike has ...

As the festive season rapidly approaches, many businesses prepare to wind down operations as staff take time to be with their families over the holiday season. Amidst the festive cheer, it’s pivotal to ensure that your business IT Infrastructur...

The quest for uninterrupted connectivity often leads people to the welcoming arms of Public Wi-Fi networks. Whether it’s a local café, shopping centre, bustling airport, hotel or many other locations, the convenience offered by Public Wi-Fi is...

Sponsoring 25 Years of Dedication to our Community  We are immensely proud to announce that Paul Stockhill, Managing Director of Agemaspark has been announced as the Winner of the 25th Anniversary Lifetime Achievement Award. Other winners on the da...

For businesses, ensuring the safety and security of your data and other digital assets is paramount to the security and future of your business. One aspect that often goes unnoticed is the level of administrative privileges granted to employees over ...

CTS, a UK-based MSP (Managed Service Provider) suffered a significant cyber-attack this past week which has led to a widespread outage among its customer base who are primarily UK Law Firms, putting the data of an unknown number of clients/people thr...

Businesses around the world are working towards a continued digital transformation, seeking inventive solutions to not only survive but also thrive in the ever-evolving digital landscape. Desktop as a Service (DaaS) is emerging as a pivotal technolog...

The cost of neglecting password security, complexity and the rule of “One Password, One Service” can be catastrophic, leading to not just financial losses but also an irreversible dent in brand reputation. However, in a modern business en...

Over the past few years there has been a major shift in the cyber security threats that people and businesses are facing on a daily basis, in the UK alone Businesses have faced 7.78 Million Cyber Attacks over the past 12 months, and Ransomware Attack...

Businesses heavily rely on their IT infrastructure to ensure seamless operation, day in and day out. However, when Disaster strikes, what do you do? A robust Disaster Recovery plan ensures that you know who to contact and what key considerations you ...

Does Your Business Need Cyber Insurance? And Why You Should Consider It!  In the modern technological age, almost every aspect of your business is intertwined with IT solutions. With the rise of e-commerce, cloud computing, and other online platform...

Disaster Recovery: Safeguarding the Future of Business  In an increasingly interconnected world, the potential for unexpected digital crises’ has never been greater. Whether it’s a cyber attack, technical error or a natural disaster, busines...

The past couple of decades have seen a major shift in business operations, embracing the ever-increasing digital world. However, as businesses – big and small – in every industry have integrated modern technology and internet-connected services a...

TwentyFour Welcomes A. J. Redfern as New Marketing Manager  TwentyFour is delighted to announce that Local Marketeer and Influencer, A. J. Redfern, has joined the team as our new Marketing Manager to work alongside our Marketing Executive, Jordyn, a...

“I’ve been hacked, what do I do?” It is a statement that many business owners wish they would never have to say. However, the reality is that on average a UK (United Kingdom) Business is targeted in a Cyber Attack every 1 Minute, 81% of...

This Cyber Security Month, Ensure your Business Is Cyber Secure In an age where information travels at the speed of light around the globe, the risks of cyber threats are ever-growing. Did you know that in the UK this past year Businesses faced appro...

What Are Social Engineering and Identity Impersonation Cyber Attacks? Businesses face constantly evolving cyber threats and the unfortunate reality is that cyber criminals know that your employees are your weakest link. When it comes to phishing atta...

The 3-2-1 Backup Strategy: Why is it essential for businesses?  In today’s data-driven world, businesses must prioritise protecting their critical information. With increasing cyber threats, plus risks of data loss through natural disasters an...

As businesses evolve, more and more of them take their data online because it is hassle free, often costs less, and it is easily accessible to those you want to share your data with. Lots of businesses utilise this way of working more than ever befor...

There is no doubt that businesses around the world are adapting to embrace an evolving digital future, the business landscape is becoming increasingly dependent on state-of-the-art technologies to store, manage, and safeguard their business data. Ami...

Real Estate Agencies Need to Build ‘Digital Trust’ Amidst Growing Cyber Threats  The escalating prevalence of data breaches around the globe, across all industries, underscores the importance of digital trust and data security, this is e...

In the new digital age, where everything is online, businesses generate and collect a vast amount of data. This data includes customer information, financial data, intellectual property, and more.   It is important for businesses to control who has ...

Protect Your Business from Brandjacking: Safeguard Your Online Identity Imagine that your business’s online identity has been hijacked by cyber threat actors. They now have control over your website, social media platforms, and other public com...

Cyber crime numbers rise every day in line with the rise of technology. It is important for every business to consider steps they should be taking to prevent this and minimise the damage should the worst occur. We are here to give you tips and recomm...

Your emails are critical to your business operations, however, this also means that they are the focus of cyber criminals attempting to compromise your business security.  It is estimated that every 1 minute a business in the UK is the target of som...

Securing your business data in the cloud requires a thoughtful strategy and diligent execution. As cloud adoption grows, it’s crucial to implement robust security measures tailored to your environment. Follow these key steps to help safeguard y...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the world, and we are here to help you stay ahead of the curve. One of the largest developments in the world of AI is the formation of Large Language Models or LLMs, there are a variety of these available incl...

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you. TwentyFour IT Services is proud to announce that we will be the official front-of-shirt sponsor for the Doncaster Knights in the upcoming 2023/24 season. As a long-standing partner of the Knights,...

Why is the Cloud so popular? The cloud is becoming an increasingly popular mode of storing files and data for various businesses. The flexibility allows remote workers and freelancers to access data quickly when granted access. Uploading files and sh...

As you may know, cyber security is becoming increasingly important for businesses of all sizes, as cyber threats continue to evolve and become more sophisticated requiring a more layered approach to security as the perimeter of networks continues to ...

To understand how you are vulnerable to attacks from the dark web, you first must nderstand what the dark web is,u and how it is different from both the ‘surface web’ and the ‘deep web’. What is the difference between the dee...

Our Business Development Manager, Chris, recently participated in the Liverpool Legends vs Doncaster Rovers football game on May 27th. This was a charity match organised by the Eves Trust, with all proceeds going towards supporting cancer patients an...

Endpoints are the physical devices that are connected to a network. The list ranges from laptops and desktops, to smartphones and smart watches. Anything that uses your network counts as an endpoint, so think about every device that you can that come...

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new monthly newsletter, designed exclusively to keep you in the loop with all things TwentyFour IT! What to expect: Tech-Talk Demystified: We break down complex concepts into easy-to-understand arti...

When managing your IT, it can be very difficult to know exactly what is needed for your business. The digital world is constantly transforming, and with new technologies and protocols continuously being introduced, it can be hard to know where to sta...

We’re here 24/7 to offer IT advice and support to you and your business. With over 30 years of experience in dealing with all things IT, you’ve found the right partner. As home working looks to become the ‘norm’ for the foreseeable future, he...

We would like to say a big welcome back to Dana, who’s just come off maternity leave. TwentyFour IT Services is pleased to announce that our account manager, Dana Wright, has joined our client success team as a client success manager. In this r...

SPF and DKIM are two authentication protocols that help verify the authenticity of an email message. SPF (Sender Policy Framework) checks if the email sender is authorised to send emails from a particular domain, while DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Ma...

TwentyFour IT are pleased to announce sponsorship of Doncaster Knights TwentyFour IT is proud to continue our sponsorship of our local rugby team Doncaster Knights. Having sponsored the team for the past several seasons, we are happy to keep supporti...

When you’ve got enough to think about with Office 365 encryption, anti-malware, secure WiFi, etc, it’s sometimes quite easy to overlook the physical aspects of your IT security. Here you’ll find our recommendations for a range of products tha...

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on cyber security risk assessment for businesses. Technology has become an integral part of our lives, transforming the way we live, work, and interact with one another. From smartphones and laptops to cloud computi...

Updated 29th June Thank you to everyone who attended our cybersecurity webinar.  Welcome to TwentyFour IT’s free cybersecurity webinar, designed to give you a better understanding of the current threat landscape and how to protect your busines...

Even the most advanced security solutions can’t completely guard against the sophisticated approaches hackers leverage to target individual users. All it takes is an employee to open a single malicious attachment or click one infected link, and th...

From safeguarding your email to protecting your entire network, our solutions can immensely help to deter threats to your IT. Flexibility of Support We understand that every business is different. You may use our services as your own IT department o...

A backup is simply the process of creating one or more copies of the data on your system. This could be by using the Cloud, or transferring files onto a physical drive like a memory stick. This means that if any file becomes corrupted or lost, you al...

Introducing TwentyFour IT Services Ltd’s new office location! Our new office address is TwentyFour IT Services Ltd, Second Floor East, Unit F South Quay, Lakeside Boulevard, DN4 5PL in Doncaster. Our new location offers an updated and modern w...

TwentyFour IT Services is a certified provider of managed IT services, including network security. We offer a wide range of services to help businesses protect their networks. By leveraging the latest technologies and best practices, we ensure that o...

Business-ready notebooks come in all shapes, sizes, and prices. This guide by Computer World helps explain how to pick the best laptops for all your users. What to look for in a business laptop Whether it’s a two-pound ultralight or an eight-pound ...

In our current era, Cloud desktop hosting has been evolving to become a viable investment for many businesses to use. Whether you are a marketing or security specialist, taking advantage of the Cloud can be the right thing to do for your company. In ...

Microsoft 365 is a suite full of tools that anybody can use, whether you are writing letters for friends or creating massive project proposals for multi-million-pound companies. It has a use case for everybody. In this guide, I will be going through ...

In the era we live in, without having correct email security solutions, you will receive a lot of scam emails. Although a lot of scam emails can be spotted from a mile away, there are some scams which you wouldn’t think were scams unless you looked...

Hashing is the process of transforming a string of characters into a shorter, fixed-length value or key to be stored and recalled at a later date. This process could be looked at like we are “fingerprinting” the data so when we are lookin...

After a long duration of 32 years, Microsoft has begun to kill off the Microsoft Office brand, with plans to rebrand its Office.com and Office cloud-based apps to Microsoft 365 in the near future. Microsoft Office was first released in 1990, with Mic...

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On Thursday 2nd February 2022 between 10 am-4 pm, TwentyFour IT Services will be showcasing at the Doncaster Racecourse and Exhibition Centre. Sponsored by Active Copier Systems, the Business Showcase event is Yorkshire’s largest business netwo...

1. Keep your devices and software up to date Outdated applications and operating systems invite hackers to expose your system’s vulnerabilities. 2. Protect your network with anti-virus, anti-spam and firewall tools Stop the hackers in their tracks ...

More than 90 videos and images from the next edition of the Grand Theft Auto franchise have been leaked online by a hacker, the game’s developers say. The leaked content was posted on Sunday after what is being described as one of gaming’...

If you were unable to attend our recent webinar, then fear not as we are wrapping up our advice in this post for your benefit. Leading the session was Chief Technology Officer at TwentyFour IT Services, Tony Houlihan. Tony is passionate about working...

Our speed test is a free tool that analyses your current internet connection. Whether you have an ADSL, fibre optic, or mobile broadband connection. Our test can measure how fast your connection is currently performing. We all know that an internet c...

Like many people across the UK right now, you might find yourself working at home, living a new ‘normal’. The connectivity you’re used to in the office is more than likely a reliable business broadband solution or a dedicated internet connect...

With the UK in turmoil over Brexit, businesses are expected to face new challenges as the UK faces many uncertainties. The result of Brexit is set to significantly impact cybersecurity. As the UK prepares to leave the EU the issue of cybersecurity wi...

This is an unprecedented time in our history. The COVID-19 pandemic is having an impact on the health of our loved ones, the businesses we rely upon, the health of the global economy, and the way we live our daily lives. As we all continue to navigat...