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Network Computing Awards

Digital Pathways are very proud to announce, that following nominations for the 2016 Network Computing Awards, we have been confirmed as finalists in the following categories:

Cyber Security Predictions for 2016

For many in the cybersecurity spectrum, 2015 was considered ‘The Year of the Hack’. A record number of attacks, of all varieties and levels of viciousness, were undertaken last year, bringing digital security and online protection to the forefront of both people’s minds, and the media’s attention. Many companies will feel that they have now […]

Harlow Professionals Lunch

Digital Pathways will be sponsoring the February Harlow Professionals Lunch at the Harlow Park Inn on Friday 26th.

How To Avoid the Bait of Phishers

When it comes to cybersecurity attacks, by far the most common is that of phishing. This form of attack is performed by criminals who acquire sensitive or personal information from victims through the use of deception. Hundreds, if not thousands of emails will be sent out to unsuspecting recipients and made to look as if […]

Cyber Security Seminar

Digital Pathways are holding a Cyber Security Seminar on the afternoon of the 1st March with keynote speaker Nick Alston CBE (Police & Crime Commissioner for Essex), along with key industry specialists in security. Guests are asked to arrive for registration from 1:00pm with presentations  starting from 1:30pm. There will be a break at 3:30pm for […]

Why Using Third Party Firms is a Risk to your Data

When it comes to digital security, the use of third party firms to supply you with IT solutions is generally a risky option. A third party firm is anyone who you pay to supply IT services, and that has access to your data. You may rely on a company to store certain documents, for example. […]

2016 Cyber Predictions

2015 saw a record level of cyber attacks, of all kinds, ensuring that the issue of cybersecurity will remain firmly at the top of many Boards agendas. Colin Tankard, Managing Director of digital security company Digital Pathways, outlines his predictions for 2016 when it comes to new or increased threats to look out for.

The Dangers of Software As A Service

The cloud is a fantastic piece of ingenuity. The ability to store huge amounts of data away from your machine creates a wealth of space, as well as ensures that your documents are accessible from anywhere on the globe. The cloud as a concept is a brilliant one and gives companies the ability to sell […]

What can we learn from the Talk Talk hack?

The TalkTalk hack is reputedly going to cost some £35 million in one-off costs, according to the company. But it will not stop there. Reputational damage, share price drops, the loss of customer trust and loyalty, the list is likely to go on and on. Read Full Article

Viewing Digital Security like Health & Safety

In digital security terms, 2015 has been the year of the major corporation hack. With Ashley Maddison in September, Carphone Warehouse in August and now TalkTalk, Weatherspoons, VTech and Marks and Spencer all in the past month, yes, 2015 really has been an incredible year for highlighting the ineptitude and naivety with which the companies […]