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What Is a VPN? An Introduction To Virtual Private Networks

By Angie Jones | June 22, 2022

What is a VPN? A virtual private network (better known as a VPN), is one of the easiest and most effective ways of protecting your anonymity online. Connecting to a secure VPN server masks your internet protocol (IP), as it encrypts your internet traffic in real time. This ensures that your identity and online activities […]

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Mastering Microsoft Ep 7: How to Set Up Rules in Microsoft Outlook

By Angie Jones | June 16, 2022

Emails have fast become the primary mode of communication for most businesses. However, a mismanaged email inbox can have devastating consequences. Urgent communications, important meetings and client inquiries can often be buried under a mountain of other, less crucial messages. Creating rules in Outlook can help rectify this problem. Rules care one of the most […]

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Our favourite WWDC22 Apple Announcements

By Melissa Hoarau | June 9, 2022

In June, Apple announced a host of new products – check out our favourite announcements below! iOS 16 The newest operating system for iPhone introduces a huge update to the lock screen, and new sharing, communication and intelligence features that change the way users experience iPhones. The lock screen becomes more personal, customisable and helpful […]

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What are the benefits of Microsoft Power Apps?

By Melissa Hoarau | June 3, 2022

The Benefits of Microsoft Power Apps: How Power Apps automates and improves business workflow   What is Power Apps? Power Apps is an app development platform enabling users to build mobile/web-based forms and applications with minimal or no coding experience necessary. Applications created in Power Apps can map to data sources and other services both […]

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Mastering Microsoft Ep 6: How to Set Up an Automated Out-of-Office Email in Microsoft Outlook

By Angie Jones | June 2, 2022

Going on vacation or a temporary leave of absence? Keep your clients, coworkers and business partners in the know with an automated email reply. This lets every person who tries to contact you via email that you’re temporarily unavailable ,and that you’ll respond to any inquiries as soon as you return. How to Set Up […]

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Resilience In A Cyber World: Our Inside Look at the 2022 Australian Cyber Conference

By Angie Jones | June 1, 2022

The 2022 Australian Cyber Conference has kicked off in Canberra and eStorm is there to give you insider access! Held by the The Australian Information Security Association (AISA), the three day event started yesterday the 31st of May, and will run until the 2nd of June. The goal of the conference is to raise awareness and promote […]

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How Not-For-Profits Can Improve Their Cybersecurity Without Breaking The Bank

By Angie Jones | May 26, 2022

Cyber crime is a serous threat to organisations across all sectors. Unfortunately for not-for-profits, cyber criminals are opportunists and are indiscriminate in their attacks. Additionally, unlike for-profit businesses, not-for-profits generally don’t have the funds or resources to spend on IT departments or elaborate cybersecurity systems. So we’ve put together this list of useful tips to […]

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5 Reasons Not-For-Profits Need Better Cyber Security

By Angie Jones | May 25, 2022

It’s no surprise that cyber crime is one of the biggest threats businesses today face. However, it may come as a shock to learn that not-for-profits are some of the most vulnerable organisations when it comes to to cyber threats. It’s time for not-for-profits to get serious about their cyber security, and we’ve got 5 […]

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What is APRA CPS 234 and how do you comply?

By Melissa Hoarau | May 24, 2022

  Introduction: As cyber-attacks evolve in sophistication, regulations to secure information assets must also evolve. The financial sector is one of the more prominent targets for cyber-attacks. The key driver for this is due to the increasing usage of technology by the financial sector to improve customer service and operational efficiency. Thus, regulatory bodies must […]

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ISO 27002 2022 Update: Everything you need to know

By Melissa Hoarau | May 23, 2022

  A lot can change in a decade, and this is especially true when it comes to technological advancements in the digital and cyber sphere. However, with new technology comes new avenues for cyber attackers to infiltrate your systems, extract your data, and spread malicious code across your network. The sophistication and quantity of cyber-attacks […]

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