Firewall Solutions and Services
The market is starting to move towards the widespread adoption of next-generation firewalls, and this section provides information about the features being developed by vendors as well as the expectations that customers will place on resellers as they look for firewall solutions that can fend off the current network threats.
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News
27 Jun 2025
Working Together for Channel Success: Analysts discuss security, partner programmes, sustainability
The topics of security, sustainability and the need for evolving partner programmes were discussed at the partner event Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2025
InfoSec distribution panel: The value of expertise
At security industry show InfoSec, executives from a number of distributors shared their views on the benefits they offer to partners and vendors Continue Reading
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News
02 Jun 2025
Launch of e92spark extends distie’s options
Distributor establishes fresh division to enable the business to capture emerging vendors bringing innovative technology to market Continue Reading
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Opinion
20 May 2025
Platforming – the key to MSSP success
There are several reasons why lining up behind a platform approach will benefit managed service providers Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2025
SonicWall keeps focus on MSP channel
Security player continues to roll out products and services for its partners as it identifies further growth fueled by customer demand for zero-trust solutions Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2025
SonicWall and Azul note channel momentum
Vendors share details of how the channel drove sales in 2024 Continue Reading
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News
04 Feb 2025
Infosecurity Europe increasing partner focus with Channel Zone
Security show will provide a greater focus on the channel community this year Continue Reading
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Opinion
14 Jan 2025
Cybersecurity myths that are putting businesses at risk
Neil Langridge, marketing & alliances director at e92plus, shares some thoughts on the dangers of assuming cyber risks don’t apply to your business Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
GTDC: Distribution pivotal to delivering security
Industry organisation shares report that aims to highlight the role its members play in making sure complex technology gets into the hands of partners Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 Oct 2024
How to simplify security to build trust and agility for SMBs
Ben Aung, chief risk officer, Sage, shares some tips and tricks to benefit partners Continue Reading
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News
03 Oct 2024
Sophos steps up partner training as skill gaps continue
Security player Sophos rolls out more education for the channel at a time when customer security skills continue to be in short supply Continue Reading
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News
02 Oct 2024
Distributor e92plus looks to the future after marking 35 years
The boss of security distributor e92plus, Mukesh Gupta, shares his thoughts on expansion, legacy and what the 35-year milestone means Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Aug 2024
Channel explainer: How focusing on data will drive sales
Security and storage have always been profitable areas for the channel, and both will continue to deliver for various reasons as the year progresses Continue Reading
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News
01 May 2024
EMEA shines in Exclusive Networks Q1
EMEA region delivers decent growth as distributor continues its habit of delivering solid results to investors Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2024
Consolidation and growth are key MSP market trends
Market analysis from tech investment player reveals the factors underpinning continued growth on both sides of the Atlantic Continue Reading
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News
09 Apr 2024
Tomlin looking for UK growth at Exclusive Networks
As he officially starts his role as UK&I managing director, Exclusive Networks’ fresh country lead Rob Tomlin outlines his reasons for taking on the role as well as his ambitions for the future Continue Reading
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News
28 Mar 2024
Exclusive bolsters APAC operations
Second acquisition in the space of four months gives the distributor a platform to increase the Asia-Pacific region’s contribution to the overall business Continue Reading
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News
19 Jan 2024
Capable security partners succeeding with Cisco
Vendor’s security lead comments on the progress made by those able to understand the technology and bring their own value into play Continue Reading
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News
15 Jan 2024
SMEs turning to the channel to fend off rising security threats
Research from Context has highlighted several factors that will make 2024 different to the preceding year when it comes to data protection Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 Jan 2024
How can security vendors react to the growing AI threat?
Some of the great and the good of the cyber security vendor world share their predictions about what technologies will dominate this year Continue Reading
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News
29 Jun 2023
SonicWall gives MSSPs firewall options
Security player adds monthly billing option to make life easier for its channel partners and more flexible financially for customers Continue Reading
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News
23 Jun 2023
Distology, CMS and Arrow expand security portfolios
Distributors add more technology and offer vendors expanded market coverage Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Jun 2023
Could simpler language improve security?
Vendors and partners can be guilty of making data protection complicated, but Nick Booth wonders if life could be easier if explanations were more straightforward. He talks to Chris Meidinger, technical director for EMEA for Beyond Identity, about the challenges Continue Reading
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Feature
15 May 2023
Managing the security estate
The channel is increasingly being looked on as a source of help for customers aiming to reduce the number of security tools they use, and interest is only increasing with the pressure on budgets Continue Reading
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E-Zine
05 May 2023
Vendors need to listen and learn
In this month’s MicroScope ezine, we look at why it is vital that vendors listen to partners and act on the feedback. We also look at what’s next for HP’s advancing sustainability programme, Amplify Impact. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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03 Apr 2023
Accreditation key to enterprise security
We look at how industry-recognised certification can help security chiefs boost the strength of their teams. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jan 2023
Bulk of security sales will go through the channel
Forecasts from Canalys around the prospects for the year ahead make it clear partners have a crucial role to play in delivering security technology Continue Reading
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News
10 Jan 2023
TD Synnex and Arrow bolster security options
Distributors TD Synnex and Arrow actively increasing support and vendor options for channel cyber security specialists Continue Reading
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News
16 Dec 2022
Users look to channel to plug cyber skills gap
The channel is already seen as a repository of security expertise, and the pressure to deliver that is only set to increase in 2023 Continue Reading
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News
02 Nov 2022
Cynet, Palo Alto and Noname Security enhance partner support
Vendors Cynet, Palo Alto and Noname Security are using programmes and training to keep momentum going across their respective channel bases Continue Reading
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News
21 Oct 2022
MSP drive continues at WatchGuard Technologies
Security player has continued to see high levels of channel activity among the managed service provider community Continue Reading
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News
07 Oct 2022
Barracuda looks to new CRO to share best practices
Security player’s recently appointed CRO will look at how it can take the best bits of its global channel activities and share them to improve its routes to market Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Oct 2022
Can MSPs get cyber security ‘right’ for SMEs?
The pressure is on for managed service providers to protect SMEs from cyber attack Continue Reading
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News
22 Jul 2022
Cheap malware kits put channel under pressure
Research from HP underlines just how easy it is for criminals to get hold of malware, and the need for partners to protect customers Continue Reading
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News
05 Jul 2022
Infinigate snaps up Nuvias security and networking operations
Combined entity of Infinigate and Nuvias will create a powerful pan-European cyber security focused distributor Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2022
Exclusive Networks and Ingram back cyber skills coalition
Distributors among those that have signed up to support efforts to arm more students with cyber security skills Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Apr 2022
Increased risks mean SMEs must spend on security
Facing growing threats and becoming even more frequent targets for criminals, the channel’s key customer base needs to improve its level of protection if it is to thrive Continue Reading
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News
30 Mar 2022
Exclusive Networks shares first public FY numbers
Distributor’s strategy is paying off as the business records decent growth and shares a positive outlook for 2022 Continue Reading
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News
10 Mar 2022
Exclusive Networks expands Ignition reach across EMEA
Distributor’s arm that helps bring startups to market announces plans to expand operations across EMEA Continue Reading
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News
16 Feb 2022
Check Point UK boss looking for channel growth
Recently installed regional director for UK and Ireland will be tasked with growing sales via the security player’s channel base Continue Reading
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E-Zine
04 Feb 2022
MicroScope: Spotting the hidden security dangers
In this security-focused issue, we take a closer look at the threats and security trends experts expect to increase and pop up over the course of 2022. Also read how proposed government regulations could spell eye-watering fines for MSPs, and how being green could be more difficult than anticipated Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Jan 2022
What’s on the security radar?
A selection of vendors share their thoughts about which technologies will be in demand this year Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Jan 2022
What’s in store for the channel in 2022?
In the first part of a two-part look at what lies ahead this year, Billy MacInnes reveals what many expect will be the areas of interest in the next 12 months Continue Reading
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News
14 Dec 2021
Barracuda CEO: We don’t exist without partners
The recently installed boss at the security vendor has restated the importance of the channel to the firm’s prospects of success Continue Reading
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News
17 Nov 2021
Exclusive Networks working with NightDragon startups
Distributor chosen as partner to take emerging technologies out to the channel as the investment firm looks for more routes to market Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2021
Exclusive Networks starts life as a public company
Distributor rings the bell on the Euronext in Paris as it seals its IPO and starts trading shares in the business Continue Reading
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News
10 Aug 2021
SonicWall thanks partners as it turns 30
Security player SonicWall marks milestone and recognises the importance of having an indirect model Continue Reading
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News
06 Jul 2021
Pixel snaps up security player Cyphra
Acquisition will add more security depth to Pixel’s cloud and managed service Perfect Image operation Continue Reading
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News
06 Jul 2021
Exclusive Networks increases startup coverage with Ignition buy
Adding Ignition will give Exclusive the opportunity to support security vendors from beginners to established global players Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2021
Channel fuelling momentum at SonicWall
Security player SonicWall lifts lid on how 2020 went, with its increased support for managed services players helping to support growth Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2021
Channel backs government plans to tighten supply chain security
DCMS consultation around MSP security is a chance for the industry to prove its worth and demonstrate that it can be a secure source of data services Continue Reading
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News
12 May 2021
HP Wolf Security arms partners with increased PC and printer protection
Vendor rolls out platform approach to equip partners with tools to help protect customers as they try to fend off a rising volume of attacks Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2021
Check Point rolls out partner programme enhancements
Security player is increasing rewards for those that generate fresh orders and is giving a professional services certification for those looking to stand out in the market Continue Reading
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News
24 Mar 2021
Bridewell Consulting attracts private equity backing
Cyber security firm plans to put the funds into bolstering its managed services and expanding the business globally Continue Reading
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News
10 Mar 2021
WatchGuard enhances MSP cloud platform
Security player continues to add more depth to its cloud platform as it continues to reach out to more MSSPs Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Mar 2021
Five-minute interview: Matt Nicholson, Trustwave
Matt Nicholson, EMEA channel manager at Trustwave, tells MicroScope about his early start in the channel but reveals he’s not a natural early riser Continue Reading
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News
16 Feb 2021
Sophos: Ransomware remains a top channel concern
Vendor has charted a persistence in cyber attacks that its partners are countering as they take steps to keep customers safe Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Dec 2020
2021: Security market predictions
Home workers remain vulnerable, IoT devices need to be better protected, ransomware will remain a problem and customers want help to consolidate security tools Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Sep 2020
Coronavirus puts security at the heart of the agenda
Securing mobile workers has been key to getting through recent months and the security channel is far from finished when it comes to protecting people in the emerging ‘new normal’ Continue Reading
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News
18 Jun 2020
SonicWall channel can boost revenues through networking play
Last week’s launch of switches and branch solution gives some resellers the chance to multiply the money they can make with the vendor Continue Reading
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News
11 Jun 2020
SonicWall takes threat protection to the branch level
SonicWall’s launch of a switch and SD-Branch management solution should provoke interest from channel partners looking to offer wider levels of protection Continue Reading
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News
07 Apr 2020
SonicWall enhances MSSP proposition
Security player continues to develop the support it can provide to the growing managed security services provider community Continue Reading
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News
26 Mar 2020
Exclusive Networks delivers growth and increases services revenues
Distributor shares revenue performance numbers for 2019 and outlines plans to provide support for partners coping with coronavirus Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Feb 2020
Five-minute interview: Ian Ashworth, Netwrix
MicroScope puts its questions to Ian Ashworth, channel director for EMEA and APAC at Netwrix Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Feb 2020
Zero clients: The future of mobile security for the channel?
As cyber attacks and security breaches continue to grow, IT managers are seeking new ways to secure their critical business data. While thin clients have been a good option in the past, they have limited benefits for remote working. That is where zero clients step in Continue Reading
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Opinion
05 Feb 2020
The catch-22 of cyber security
The cyber security industry is booming, which is good news for the channel – but that means the cyber threat is increasing too Continue Reading
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Opinion
23 Jan 2020
IT security is broken: Six ways partners can help fix it
Many organisations have numerous non-integrated security point products installed across their enterprise, the management of which is a huge challenge. Here, we discuss how partners can help their customers to adopt a more holistic approach to security Continue Reading
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News
16 Oct 2019
SonicWall investing in direct touch and channel skills
Security player has seen resellers flocking to its University to get skilled up and is looking to drive more business their way with its direct touch efforts Continue Reading
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Opinion
02 Oct 2019
Supporting intelligent workspaces
As new technology continues to drive new ways of working, IT departments need support in facilitating the flexibility and connectivity demanded by today’s tech-savvy workforce Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2019
WatchGuard focusing on verticals as MSP numbers swell
Security player has seen its managed service provider relationships grow since it reached out to that segment of the channel community Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Aug 2019
Cyber security and the channel
Leading lights in the industry give their assessment of where the cyber security market is headed in the second half of 2019 Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Aug 2019
Control or shift – channel’s role in the move to business-led IT
What impact could the shift to business-led IT have on channel partners’ role with customers and the relationships they have grown and developed within customer organisations? Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2019
Ransomware back on the rise
Security specialists need to remain focused on dealing with a problem that has made an unwelcome return to growth in the UK Continue Reading
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News
15 Jul 2019
SonicWall increasing support for MSSPs
The security player has been actively looking to work with more MSSPs and has also been investing in a direct touch team to drive more enterprise business back to partners Continue Reading
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Opinion
10 Jul 2019
What makes a great managed security service provider?
With an increasingly challenging threat landscape, being a successful MSSP can be a struggle. Making sure customers stay safe is critical to the success of your business, which is why understanding what makes a great MSSP is crucial for you to be able to make informed choices that will prove beneficial to the company Continue Reading
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Opinion
05 Jul 2019
How to block DDoS attacks using automation
Automation can significantly improve response times during a distributed denial of service attack, reducing the potential damage to targeted organisations Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 Jun 2019
Save your tiers – Infosec 2019 could be the start of a common-sense revolution, says Becrypt
There are changes afoot in the infosecurity market, with Deep Secure seeking partners’ help in fighting the curse of steganography, Ignition Technology’s identity offering creating appeal beyond the IT department, and Becrypt taking its disk encryption and data protection products direct to resellers Continue Reading
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E-Zine
05 Apr 2019
MicroScope: Spotlight on SD-WAN security
In this issue, we look at the value of security in SD-WAN, as well as storage innovations and opportunities for channel growth Continue Reading
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Opinion
27 Mar 2019
How resellers can cash in by making their clients Siccura
Security should be the most exciting sector in IT, yet the marketing is dull and unimaginative. We need stories of cops and robbers, not another set of meaningless statistics Continue Reading
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Opinion
14 Mar 2019
The security challenges of OT and how the IT department can help
Operational technology comes with its own unique challenges and benefits, but the IT department can shine a light on how to tackle its security issues Continue Reading
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Opinion
23 Jan 2019
Botnets and machine learning: A story of hide and seek
As security practitioners develop new ways to keep cyber threats at bay, so malware authors continue to update their software and evolve their techniques to take advantage of new technologies and bypass security measures. Machine learning has proved to be a powerful ally in the battle against malware Continue Reading
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News
19 Dec 2018
SonicWall increasing local partner support across EMEA
More offices plus extra hires have added depth to the security player's presence across EMEA Continue Reading
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News
19 Sep 2018
SonicWall flags firewall upgrade opportunity
The security vendor has used its partner event as a forum to encourage resellers to talk to customers using ageing technology Continue Reading
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News
18 Sep 2018
SonicWall CEO rallies partners to fend off non-standard ports threat
The vendor has updated partners on the current security landscape at its PEAK18 channel event Continue Reading
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News
28 Aug 2018
Trend Micro sounds alarm over rise in covert attacks
The vendor has tracked a shift away from mass ransomware attacks as criminals take a different approach Continue Reading
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News
17 Aug 2018
Shearwater moves for Brookcourt to extend security reach
The move by Shearwater Group for Brookcourt Solutions will bring the two security player together in a deal worth Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Jul 2018
Plugging the security skills gap
Government is doing its bit to raise the profile of the need for more cyber security skills but the IT industry is also picking up the baton and working hard to improve the situation Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2018
Focus on MSSPs at InfoSec
The annual security industry gathering at Olympia involved plenty of vendors promoting their abilities to support managed service players Continue Reading
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News
17 Apr 2018
Network problems “dirty secret” for businesses
Customers hoping that their existing firewalls will deliver protection are being naive according to a report Continue Reading
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News
23 Mar 2018
Barracuda uncovers user issues with cloud licensing
A failure to provide customers with a menu of payment options for cloud services could be a problem, according to the vendor's research Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2018
Security as a Service outpacing traditional offerings
An analysis of the market from Canalys has highlighted the growth in SaaS at a much higher rate than hardware and software products Continue Reading