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Cyber Security

Articles, news and guides on cyber security for the UK small business, encompassing the range of strategies, technologies, and processes to help safeguard data, privacy, and the overall integrity of digital environments.

News

Chancellor announces national cyber security strategy

Chancellor of the Exchequer, Phillip Hammond, sets aside £1.9 billion to protect the nation in his new cyber security strategy.

Business Technology

The most common cyber security mistakes, and how to avoid them

Here, Ben Rose gives a list of the most common cyber security mistakes we see small businesses make and, most importantly, how to avoid them.

News

Businesses turn to ex-hackers to improve cyber security

A fifth (20 per cent) of UK businesses have already invited hackers to assess their security systems and a further 37 per cent are open to the idea.

News

SMEs ambivalent about cyber risk

UK small businesses are underestimating the impact a cyber attack could have on their reputation and must take steps to protect it, a study suggests.

News

UK employees worst offenders in Europe for watching adult content at work

One in ten admits to viewing adult content at work, higher than France and Germany, research finds.

Business Technology

Protecting your online business: Cybersecurity and beyond

In this piece, brought to you in association with .co.uk, the number one domain for British business, SmallBusiness.co.uk looks at the key things to consider in regards to online security and IT education.

Business Technology

Guide to beating spyware

Spyware is the name given to unwanted software that performs certain tasks on your computer without your consent and it can wreak havoc with your business.

Business Loans

A guide to getting a small business loan

Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.

Partner content

Small business owners: discover alternative funding solutions to help fuel your growth

Business Technology

Why you should upgrade your tech now rather than later

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Investing in a franchise

Should I buy a franchise or go solo?

Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.