Practical cyber security, without the jargon.
Sensible protections for small businesses: stronger sign-ins, backups that work, updates kept current and a team who can spot a scam. Delivered through North Computers in Howden.
What it solves, and what you get.
Scam and phishing emails look more convincing every month
One rushed click on a fake invoice or login page can lock you out or cost you money.
Passwords are reused and sign-ins are not protected
A single stolen password should not give someone access to your email, files and accounts.
Backups exist, but nobody has tested them
A backup you have never restored from is a hope, not a plan.
Computers and software are not being updated
Out-of-date systems are an easy way in. Keeping them current is cheap compared with cleaning up afterwards.
- Multi-factor sign-inSetting up a second step at sign-in on email and key accounts, so a stolen password is not enough.
- Email security settingsSensible protections for Microsoft 365 and hosted business email, and correct mail records for your domain.
- Password adviceSimple, workable ways to keep strong, different passwords without writing them on sticky notes.
- Backup checksMaking sure backups run, cover the right things and can be restored.
- Updates and patchingKeeping computers and software current, without interrupting your working day.
- Antivirus and malware removalProtection in place, and clean-up and advice if something has already got in.
- Scam awarenessPlain-English guidance for you and your staff on spotting suspicious emails, texts and calls.
- If something goes wrongClear first steps and help to recover, so you are not working it out under pressure.
How it runs, from first call.
A typical order of work. The exact plan depends on what the review finds.
- 01
Review
I look at how your email, accounts, backups and computers are set up today, and list the risks in order of importance.
- 02
Fix the basics
Updates, antivirus and backups first, because they give the most protection for the least effort.
- 03
Protect accounts
Multi-factor sign-in, password habits and email protections, set up with you so everyone understands them.
- 04
Keep it current
Regular checks so protections do not quietly lapse, and a number to ring when something looks wrong.
How pricing works.
Quoted to the job
Reviews, setup and ongoing checks are quoted in writing before any work starts.
A free IT healthcheck is a good place to begin. It shows where the biggest gaps are before you spend anything.
- What sets the price
- The number of people, devices and accounts, and how much needs fixing or setting up.
- Honest limits
- No one can promise you will never be attacked. The aim is to make you a much harder target and to recover quickly if something happens.
- Accreditation
- This is practical, hands-on help. It is not a formal certification.
- Start small
- Many businesses begin with the basics: backups, updates and multi-factor sign-in.
Run by North Computers, in Howden.
North Digital is a trading name of North Computers (UK) Ltd. IT work is delivered by North Computers, run by Saul Todd: 19 years in IT support and repair, Microsoft certified, with extensive Apple repair experience. You deal with me directly, by phone, WhatsApp or the form below. Visit North Computers
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07890 745529Ring or message me, or send the form and I’ll get back to you. Message me on WhatsApp
- Mon to Fri9am to 7pm
- Saturday9am to 3pm
- Based inHowden, East Yorkshire
- I read your message and reply by phone or email, aiming to do so within one working day.
- If it helps, we arrange a short, free call so I understand the business and what you want to achieve.
- If it makes sense to go ahead, you receive a written scope and price. There is no obligation.