Computer Services Group

12/10/2026

An external security scan shows which of your systems accept connections from the internet. Run one after changing your firewall, adding remote access or installing a new system. It can also find old services that should have been switched off. Ask us to run the scan.

12/10/2026

UK criminal records agency ACRO failed to investigate security alerts before several breaches, according to the ICO. Up to 10,920 people may have been affected. Assign someone to review every alert, escalate it and record what was checked. Read Article here: https://therecord.media/uk-criminal-records-office-acro-data-breache

Unread antivirus alerts and an unpatched content management system exposed Britain's ACRO to three separate data breaches, according to a reprimand notice.

11/10/2026

A short email send delay gives you time to cancel a message after clicking Send. It can help employees catch the wrong recipient or attachment before payroll records, contracts or customer information leave the company.

10/10/2026

Your network diagram should show how your internet connection, firewall, switches, wireless access points, servers and important cloud services fit together. Keep it current and store a copy somewhere you can reach during an outage. Need a current diagram? Contact us.

09/10/2026

DNS filtering can stop employees from opening known phishing and malware sites, even when they click a bad link. Ask your IT provider whether it’s enabled on office computers and work devices used away from the office.

08/10/2026

An FBI official said a North Korean IT worker had been working for a US government agency. The agency and the worker’s access weren’t disclosed. For remote hires, verify identity, work history and location before sending equipment or granting access. Read Article here:

The investigation shows that North Koreans are able to infiltrate government agencies, as well as private organizations and crypto exchanges.

07/10/2026

Your out-of-office reply shouldn’t tell strangers where you are, which clients you’re working with or who is covering for you. People outside your company only need to know when you’ll reply and how to contact the business if it’s urgent.

05/10/2026

Your company should control the main admin account for its accounting software, CRM and file storage. Use a company email address, give access to at least two trusted people, and keep the billing and recovery details current. Need help checking? Contact us.

05/10/2026

Emailing the same message to several customers? Put their addresses in BCC so they can’t see each other’s details or send a reply to the whole list. Use an email marketing platform for newsletters or larger groups.

04/10/2026

Google Sheets can now turn spreadsheet data into a dashboard, project board or other visual layout. The new Canvas feature updates when the spreadsheet changes, and edits made in Canvas update the sheet. It’s initially available on selected paid plans. Read Article here:

Sheets canvas turns data into interactive dashboards, custom study trackers, seating charts, and more, all with a simple prompt.