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Many small businesses prefer the greater control and privacy of self-hosting their websites, emails and VPNs instead of relying on third-party cloud providers. However, not all of them have access to static IP plans. For this niche, self-hosting requires Dynamic DNS (DDNS), which can keep their digital services available even under the dynamic (changing) IPs…

The Domain Name System (DNS) is essential for UK businesses, yet most owners overlook its importance. Choosing the right DNS hosting improves website performance, enhances user experience, and helps boost Google Search rankings. Meanwhile, a reliable DNS resolver speeds up internet connections, ensuring websites, emails, and apps load faster. This guide provides a comprehensive look…

SD-WAN’s ability to control your business’s network devices and cloud services makes it ideal for implementing consistent, network-wide security policies from a single interface. Forget about manually configuring security at each business site or using VPNs to inherit security for remote work. SD-WAN greatly enhances and simplifies security for all employees, both at the office…

The rise of remote work and cloud applications like Microsoft 365 has turned network management into a major challenge for businesses. How can network admins ensure performance and security for remote employees working on unsecured connections? How can IT teams optimise the performance of cloud-based tools hosted outside the company’s premises? Enter SD-WAN: a transformative,…

Firewalls are your business’s first line of defence against cybersecurity threats. They act as strict border checkpoints, analysing internet traffic to ensure that no unauthorised data enters or leaves your network without your consent. This perimeter defence extends beyond office networks to encompass your entire Wide Area Network (WAN), safeguarding devices used by remote workers…

As emerging technologies keep voraciously increasing demand for bandwidth, surplus fibre strands owned by network operators are proving invaluable. These idle, unlit, “dark fibres” can be leased to businesses who want to build their custom networks, delivering unmatched performance and security, with financial firms, NHS hospitals, research centres and tech enterprises leading adoption. This article…