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Why SMEs should report e-Crime
Computer crime is costing Welsh businesses around £300 million a year as criminals use new
methods to commit old crimes. It has reached such a scale that it has been described in some
circles as an underground economy. Research suggests that even the shocking figures for
company losses in Wales due to e-Crimes may be just the tip of the iceberg. Could you identify
the activities that count as e-Crime, and what should you do if you're a victim. This article from
e-Crime Wales provides advice for SMEs.
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How Software as a Service is changing the licensing model
Security is complex. It's not just the technology but its implementation too, with end user license
agreements often adding to the issue. How many IT staff fully understand (or indeed read) all the
legalities behind the agreements? Software licenses are written for a legal audience and they may
not always be as clear as they could be to the IT audience. In this article, Ian Moyse discusses
the ways in which adopting Software as a Service can simplify the process and minimise cost.
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The importance of having an accessible website
Latest research from Shaw Trust suggests that almost 8 million people with health conditions are not able to surf the web effectively due to lack of accessible websites. Cam Nicholl
highlights the importance - and legal requirements - of having an accessible website.
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Securing Web 2.0
There is no denying that the internet has become an intrinsic part of our business and personal
lives. Companies around the world rely on the web to market their products and services,
communicate with investors, conduct research, advertise job openings and conduct many
other activities fundamental to running a business. But the rise of interactive web technologies
pose increased risks to organisations. This article discusses these risks and explores the role
Software as a Service could play in maintaining a secure web environment for business.
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The five mistakes businesses make when sending confidential information
According to a recent survey although 98 percent of employees believe it is vital to protect
confidential information, more than half don't take any security measures at all when sending data
out externally. Allegedly we live in a security-conscious world, or at least one that understands
the potential risks of data interception or intellectual property getting into the wrong hands,
despite this it seems that business are still taking unnecessary risks when it comes to protecting
their information. Is this really down to sheer complacency or is there more to it?
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