IT News

No computer should access the internet without having adequate virus protection software. Viruses attack computers and can cause immense damage to data and software. Having worked with other anti-virus software in the past, we now recommend AVG Anti-Virus software and are accredited resellers of their products in our area.

Adware/Spyware

"One in two UK businesses has been affected by spyware" according to PC World Business. Adware and Spyware are programs that download to your PC when you access internet sites. They have various functions from saving a password in a website to running complex programs in the background on your computer. PC World Business say that "79% of IT professional surveyed predicted that spyware attacks will get worse in the coming years". Spyware and adware may be a reason for a slow and unhealthy PC. MCD can advise on how to clean and protect your networks from these kinds of attacks.

Offsite back-up storage becomes more popular

"Users are set to move away from direct attached storage and on to IP-based storage as the cost of the technology falls" according to Computer Weekly. Analyst firm Forrester Research says there are a number of advantages to offsite storage "Such as improved capacity usage and reduced staff requirements, as well as operational benefits including ease of management, increased flexibility and improved availability" MCD have sourced a reliable off site storage supplier and will be happy to speak to you about this option.