Here are a few points to consider when dealing your data security this year. Securing your online data is an ongoing process and is best approached from a preventative mindset rather than cure. 1. Backup all data on a SEPARATE server NB** This guy learned the hard way that you should never store your backups on the […]
It emerged on Wednesday of last week that UK Telecoms company TalkTalk, had been hacked and this latest data breach could potentially expose both personal and bank details of its 4 million customer base. The company has since went on the offensive, defending its data security and suggesting that it would rank better than its […]
When I am first introduced to a potential software project the over-riding thought is almost always, “how don’t you already have this?”. Its shocking to me how many companies still use office-type applications to run major parts of their business. I have had cases where personal data, stock control and financial data are stored on […]
UPC recently undertook some research into Ireland’s internet usage and trends with some extremely interesting results. Ireland is not often singled out when it comes to internet research so this data finally gives us some figures specific to the Republic of Ireland (ROI). It now gives us the opportunity to compare ourselves to other EU […]