Yvonne Clements
Windows 11 – What Can I Expect?
You’ve probably heard that support for Microsoft’s Windows 10 operating system is ending on the 14th October 2025. After this date there will no longer be any security updates or patches rolled out, which makes your systems less secure. Running on an unsupported operating system can make your business vulnerable to a range of security issues.
Spring Is In The Air!
It’s Spring Conference season and Magikos IT will be in attendance at the following events:
- Surrey Care Association Spring Conference
Date: Tuesday 13th May 2025
Time: 9.15am – 3pm
Venue: Silvermere Golf and Leisure Limited - Hampshire Care Association Spring Conference
Date: Wednesday 14th May 2025
Time: 9.30am – 3pm
Venue: King’s Community Church, Hedge End
Come and Meet Us at the next Surrey Heartlands Digital Event!
Magikos IT will be attending the Surrey Heartlands – ‘Building on the Digital Future of Adult Social Care’ Event – to be held at Dorking Halls on Wednesday 12th March 2025. Follow this link for tickets to the event: event link. Come and talk to us about how Magikos IT can help you manage important security.
8 Technical Predictions for 2013 – Which Came True?
As 2024 draws to a close, our thoughts typically turn towards the new year and what changes we can expect to see. As an IT company, our thoughts tend to be focused on advancements in technology and what impact these might have on our day to day lives. Back in 2013, our Technical Director, Tony...
Beware Black Friday Bargains: Common Online Shopping Scams
The days either side of the Thanksgiving weekend – commonly referred to as Black Friday and Cyber Monday – have become the busiest online shopping days of the year in the Western world. Whilst the potential to truly ‘bag a bargain’ is up for debate, one certainty is that these shopping events present a perfect opportunity for scams.
No Password Required – The Pros and Cons of Going Passwordless
The shift towards passwordless methods of authentication is slowly gaining momentum as organisations seek to enhance security and improve user experience. But what does this mean in practice and do the potential benefits outweigh the challenges involved? How Does It Work? Passwordless authentication is exactly what the name suggests – authentication that doesn’t rely on traditional passwords.
The Rise of AI: Friend or Foe?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping our world at an unprecedented pace and its impact on our lives is becoming hard to ignore. But what does the term ‘Artificial Intelligence’ encompass and is it really going to transform our world in the way that we think? What is Artificial Intelligence? Although many of us picture AI as...
Social Media – The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
The power of social media has come under the spotlight again following the recent UK riots. There’s no denying that the popularity and influence of social media has grown exponentially over the last decade, but questions are now being asked about what impact it is having on the fabric of our society.
The Ring Has Gone Silent: The UK Says Goodbye to Analogue Phones
What’s Happening and Why? For decades, the crackle and hum of the analogue phone line were the soundtrack to our conversations. But, like the rotary phone before it, the traditional analogue phone is being relegated to the history books. The UK is undergoing a digital switchover, phasing out the old copper wire network in favour of...
Your Own Private Network – How a VPN Can Protect You in More Ways Than One
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, home working has seen a dramatic rise in popularity across almost all business sectors. The increased flexibility that home working offers, coupled with significant savings in travel time and commuting costs means that this phenomenon is here to stay. Whilst home working offers significant benefits to employees and employers, it...
Cloud Backup – A Guardian Angel for Your Data
How can you protect your precious data? In today’s digital world, our data is more valuable than ever. Businesses now hold the majority of their data in a digital format and we as individuals also generate a huge amount of data over our lifetimes, including photos and media files.
SCA Spring Conference – Thursday 9th May 2024
Magikos IT will be attending the Surrey Care Association Spring Conference to be held at Dorking Halls on Thursday 9th May 2024. Follow this link for further information about the event: event link.
The Digital Journey – What Lies Ahead for Adult Social Care?
A New Future Beckons: How Digital Tools are Reshaping Adult Social Care. The landscape of adult social care is on the cusp of a transformative journey, propelled by the ever-evolving world of digital tools. As our population ages and the demand for high-quality care intensifies, we’re witnessing a move from traditional models towards...
The Importance of Cyber Essentials Certification
What is it and why does it matter? In the age of digital dominance, where data reigns supreme and cyber threats lurk around every corner, UK businesses must take steps to mitigate their vulnerabilities. One vital step that organisations can take to help protect themselves is the acquisition of Cyber Essentials Certification, a government-backed scheme.