Security Network Services
Securing the network is vital with more remote access required from staff. But with hackers looking for any vulnerabilities the challenge for resellers is to try and help customers open up network access while maintaining security. There are plenty of opportunities in security network services for the channel to pitch to their customers.
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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
27 Mar 2024
Goldilock makes move to channel-first model
Security player views partners as best way to grow business and brings on board expertise to support shift 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
11 Dec 2020
Five-minute interview: Emanuel Salmona, Claroty
MicroScope speaks to Emanuel Salmona, vice-president of global partnerships at Claroty, to find out some details on his work and life Continue Reading
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News
20 Nov 2020
Distributors adding security depth
Cloud Distribution, e92cloud and Westcon add to their vendor rosters as they look to provide more security tools for resellers Continue Reading
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News
11 Nov 2020
ConnectWise makes double security acquisition
MSP specialist moves to make life easier for those trying to manage threat detection and prevention Continue Reading
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News
02 Nov 2020
Channel has key role to play in stemming ransomware tide
SonicWall has tracked an explosion in the number of ransomware attacks and highlighted the importance of the channel in helping customers handle the threat Continue Reading
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News
22 Oct 2020
Backing IoT is a solid strategy for 2021
There are more user cases for the internet of things emerging and it is seen by those in the industry as an area for the channel to concentrate on more Continue Reading
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News
19 Oct 2020
Rising number of firms leaning on the channel for security help
Coronavirus has underlined the need for SMEs to use expert partners to handle their security needs Continue Reading
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E-Zine
02 Oct 2020
MicroScope: Get in touch with remote network security
In this issue, find out how the security channel has been working to ensure the network safety of remote workers during the pandemic. Also read about how flash-based storage is being enhanced to include ground-breaking technology using helium and DNA, and discover how data is the key to encryption Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Sep 2020
Digital transformation doesn’t mean pain, say Apstra and Deloitte
Nick Booth hears some advice from some of those trying to make digital transformation easier for customers 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
12 Aug 2020
Check Point launches distribution marketplace strategy
Security player Check Point launches programme to ensure it is covering an increasingly popular route to market Continue Reading
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News
11 Aug 2020
SonicWall hands MSSPs network security tools
Vendor moves deeper into the network security world with a product launch that will benefit managed service players Continue Reading
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News
20 Jul 2020
Canalys: Security channel must meet changing demands
There is growth out there in the market, but the channel will need to shift the product mix to ensure it picks it up, says Canalys Continue Reading
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News
17 Jul 2020
Vectra targeting fresh customer base with partners
Security player has ambitions to make a mark in the mid-market and is looking to its channel to play a part Continue Reading
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News
30 Jun 2020
European Electronique takes Attivo to the public sector
Channel player reports some success with council customers opting for deception technology offering Continue Reading
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News
22 Jun 2020
Dell and Rackspace strengthen edge pitch
Vendors launch fresh products and services to make sure the channel has the answers that customers are increasingly looking for Continue Reading
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News
12 Jun 2020
WatchGuard getting partners up to speed on Panda
Security player WatchGuard has launched an early access programme so its channel base can quickly get their hands on the fruits of its latest acquisition 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
09 Jun 2020
e92plus adds zero-trust response with Ericom signing
Against the backdrop of a mounting wave of cyber attacks targeting remote workers, the distie has strengthened its portfolio Continue Reading
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News
27 May 2020
CrowdStrike looking to grow MSP channel base
CrowdStrike’s freshly appointed European channel head has already identified areas where she can make a difference Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2020
Coronavirus fails to stop consolidation trend
Deals are still being done as firms look beyond the current crisis to secure a stronger future for their businesses Continue Reading
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News
13 May 2020
Security rising to the top of the pile for MSPs
Research has indicated an increasing number of SMEs have been targets of cyber attacks and they are reaching out to the channel for support Continue Reading
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News
12 May 2020
Check Point driving partners into growth areas
Security player Check Point has seen some success in the months since launching the latest incarnation of its partner programme Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2020
Rapid7 picks up DivvyCloud
Security player moves to add more cloud visibility to its armoury and respond to customer demand for greater protection and visibility in hosted environments Continue Reading
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News
14 Apr 2020
SolarWinds adds e92plus to the distributor roster
Vendor looks to security distributor to take its ITSM offering out to resellers across UK and Ireland Continue Reading
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News
08 Apr 2020
F5 on the hunt for DevOps channel specialists
Security player is keen to make sure it has the resellers signed up to support its recent acquisitions Continue Reading
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E-Zine
03 Apr 2020
MicroScope: Seeking sustainability
In this issue, we look at sustainability in the channel, with customers increasingly wanting to know that their reseller has a handle on their carbon footprint. Also, read about SCC's insight on mobile working and workforce security, and take a closer look at Riverbed's return to its roots Continue Reading
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News
12 Mar 2020
Stritt appointment adds to momentum at SentinelOne
Endpoint security specialist continues to add depth to its EMEA operations with the introduction of a seasoned channel chief Continue Reading
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News
11 Mar 2020
Cloud security concerns remain an issue
The argument that cloud security has been dealt with appear premature, according to research Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Mar 2020
Maximising manpower for business customers
With IT teams struggling with a lack of manpower and skills to cope with the increase security demands on networks, MSPs can provide a welcome relief. In the second of a three-part series, we look at the growing need for managed security service offerings Continue Reading
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E-Zine
03 Mar 2020
MicroScope: Making life easier for the channel
In this issue, read about how Dell is continuing on its mission to make life easier for partners by introducing improved tools, and we take a closer look at how cloud, cyber security and 5G are set to dominate over the course of 2020 Continue Reading
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News
05 Feb 2020
Security channel faces challenges educating SME customer base
Research from Kaspersky and Sophos reveals the risks that some smaller firms are running 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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Feature
05 Feb 2020
Cloud tops the menu in 2020, with helpings of HCI, security and 5G
We ask the channel what technologies and trends they see dominating in 2020 – cloud tops the list, with hyper-convergence, security and 5G also featuring Continue Reading
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E-Zine
03 Feb 2020
MicroScope: Power to transform
In this issue, MicroScope asks experts what to expect in 2020, and the channel shares why change is necessary to thrive in different business environments 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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Opinion
13 Nov 2019
IoT security: A winning strategy for MSSPs
Don’t let your clients’ IoT initiatives make them vulnerable to cyber attacks Continue Reading
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Opinion
17 Oct 2019
Digital transformation: How far are we really in the journey?
Are customers really in as much of a hurry to digitally transform as the shrillest advocates of the technology would like us to believe? Continue Reading
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Opinion
14 Oct 2019
Will IAM make you more secure in a less secure world?
There are growing opportunities for the channel with identity and access management, as migration to hybrid environments gains pace Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Oct 2019
The five challenges SMEs face due to poor internet connectivity
What are the leading problems for small to medium-sized enterprises when it comes to internet connectivity? Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Oct 2019
SD-WAN: How channel can make net gains
How prepared are channel partners to take advantage of the rapidly growing SD-WAN market? Continue Reading
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E-Zine
04 Oct 2019
MicroScope: What’s next for the channel?
The fourth quarter is the busiest in the channel, so we talk to experts to ask what technologies should be selling strongly in the coming months. Also, discover whether vendor certifications are really worth it, and what Brexit could mean for the GDPR sales pitch Continue Reading
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Opinion
03 Oct 2019
What can IT providers learn from the Tortoiseshell Group attack
Following recent news around the Tortoiseshell Group attack targeting IT providers in Saudi Arabia, Alex Bransome discusses what IT providers can learn from the attack and advises on ways to reduce the risk of supply chain attacks 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
17 Sep 2019
Barracuda MSP continuing to increase options for managed service players
Firm delivers first major update of Managed Workplace seven months after acquiring the security and RMM solution Continue Reading
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News
10 Sep 2019
Cyxtera building channel base
As the business evolves and becomes increasingly indirect the data and security player is keen to work with more resellers Continue Reading
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News
06 Sep 2019
Channel underpinning Crowdstrike Q2 growth
Security vendor saw revenues and subscriptions improve in its fiscal second quarter with the firm's CEO noting growing channel interest 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
08 Aug 2019
Ebuyer exposes business theft risks
CCTV resellers will be using the information that has come out of a Freedom of Information request to underline the importance of physical security Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2019
Cyberfort Group adds its name to the UK security partner ranks
Security player launches aiming to provide a fresh option in the cyber channel Continue Reading
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News
30 Jul 2019
Canon teams up with McAfee to arm resellers with security answers
Printer specialist has moved to head off potential security concerns its channel might face from customers with a tie-up with McAfee 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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News
10 Jul 2019
Cloud Distribution launches ARMR service
The distributor has launched a suite of white label security services aimed at making life easier for resellers 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
09 Jul 2019
Friction between management and employees exacerbates insider threat
Research revealing disparity between workers’ and bosses’ views on data security could shed more light on insider threat Continue Reading
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E-Zine
05 Jul 2019
MicroScope: The effects of Brexit
Brexit is still to be delivered, but the channel has to carry on as usual – discover how executives are reacting to the effects of Brexit on business. Also read about the pros and cons of virtual storage, and how Barracuda is helping partners go further 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
03 Jul 2019
Securing SD-WAN – beyond the base level
Software-defined networks has sophisticated security features built in, but additional layers of security are required to ensure robust protection against increasingly advanced cyber threats Continue Reading
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Opinion
01 Jul 2019
Apstra stops the cyber criminals from loitering with intent
Intent-based networking fine-tunes all the complicated variables that influence the performance of a network infrastructure and can head off any potential cock-ups Continue Reading
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News
12 Jun 2019
Adarma emerges out of ECS after MBO
Security specialist will get the chance to focus solely on that market after an MBO spun the operation out of the ECS Group Continue Reading
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E-Zine
07 Jun 2019
MicroScope: Sourcing IT among the clouds
In this issue, discover how outsourcing is changing as the anything-as-a-service model takes off, and read about the channels promising start to the year from the viewpoint of experts Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2019
MobileIron points channel towards MDM upgrade opportunity
Customers still using legacy mobile device management tools are ripe targets for resellers able to deliver more up-to-date technology Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2019
Tech Data increasing managed security services support
Distributor rolls out a programme to support those resellers looking to make the shift into the MSSP market Continue Reading
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Feature
24 May 2019
Brexit crisis: How are businesses coping?
Theresa May’s impending departure has only deepened the confusion surrounding Brexit – so what does the business community make of it all? Continue Reading
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Opinion
22 May 2019
Security chiefs: don’t ignore the 5G future, it’s coming fast
The benefits of 5G are numerous, but so are its challenges. Greg Day, vice-president and CSO, EMEA, at Palo Alto Networks, discusses what security executives need to know Continue Reading
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News
08 May 2019
Orange picks up SecureLink to bolster security ambitions
Firm makes a move for pan-European managed security services player as part of plans to take a market leader position Continue Reading
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E-Zine
07 May 2019
MicroScope: A virtual world
In this month's issue, we cover changes in distribution and the challenges being faced by those aiming to add value Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Apr 2019
Continuum says there’s money in cyber crime, but SignIn pulls us back from the brink
Cyber crime looks like child’s play in TV dramas – and could the visitor’s book at datacentres be a weak link in security? 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
04 Apr 2019
Why software patch management matters
When building a business case for software patch management, focus on its ability to protect against malware, ransomware, phishing and other security threats, thereby reducing the risk of downtime Continue Reading
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Opinion
01 Apr 2019
Why insider threat is like a travel-sick dog
Asking employees to follow best security practices is rather like having a travel-sick dog – you can hope for best behaviour, but sometimes all you can do is clean up the mess 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
13 Nov 2018
Edge, GDPR, cloud and shadow IT security concerns for 2019
Some of the industry predictions are coming out from security players around what we can all expect in 2019 and there is going to be plenty to keep resellers busy Continue Reading
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News
12 Nov 2018
NTT Security: Who is in charge of protecting data?
Research from the firm indicates that working out who has the security brief at a customer is far from straightforward Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2018
Cryptomining dominating the security agenda
Research from Alert Logic and McAfee shared a common warning that cryptomining is on the rise Continue Reading
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News
20 Sep 2018
Kaspersky shine light on very small business user challenges
The vendor has brought out a small business product in response to problems that it has found users experiencing at that end of the market 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
21 Aug 2018
Six Degrees Group buys CNS Group joining the growing list of summer deals
Cloud managed services specialist Six Degrees has moved to add cyber security depth to its offering 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
19 Jul 2018
DDoS threat rising back up the agenda
Increased digital transformation and lower costs for criminals mean that denial of service attacks are going to rise and deserve the channel's attention Continue Reading
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News
11 Jul 2018
SonicWall determined to gain share in the mid-market
Security vendor stepping up support for partners as it sets out an ambition to replicate SME efforts in the mid-market space Continue Reading
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News
05 Jul 2018
Claranet adds security muscle with NotSoSecure buy
Managed service specialist builds on acquisition of SEC-1 last year with latest purchase to give more depth to its security proposition Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2018
CrowdStrike warranty stirring up endpoint debate
Legacy security products are coming under more scrutiny and one of those keen to grab the business with its channel is CrowdStrike Continue Reading
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News
26 Jun 2018
Ignition using services to drive channel growth
The distributor is putting the focus on ensuring it can deliver service opportunities for security resellers 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
06 Jun 2018
Tech Data: The security market has to change
The distributor is looking to gain more of a foothold in the market and is coming with a different message for resellers Continue Reading
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News
10 May 2018
Check Point gains strong channel interest in SaaS approach
The security vendor launched its Security as a Service offering in January and has seen it chime with partner and customer needs Continue Reading
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E-Zine
04 May 2018
MicroScope: Bundles deliver surprise package for SMEs
In this issue, we look at the growing attraction of bundles for small customers, how to secure networks in the age of digital transformation, and offer some advice on GDPR Continue Reading
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News
23 Apr 2018
Security industry has to change to remain an effective opposition to cyber criminals
The cyber criminal world has moved to a platform approach and it increases the challenges for those trying to protect data Continue Reading
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News
26 Feb 2018
Security industry warns against mobile threats and cryptocurrency mining
A number of industry threat reports have highlighted the latest problems and areas where resellers need to be providing support to customers Continue Reading
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News
21 Feb 2018
Vectra planning European expansion post funding
The security firm has secured a round of funding that it intends using to fuel its international expansion Continue Reading