Threat Management Solutions and Services
There are various tools on the market that enable users to gauge the threat levels that they face across their networks, web sites and through staff remote access. As the threats evolve, the need for the channel to remain informed of the latest developments is crucial, and this section of the site will provide the latest information on unified threat management solutions.
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Feature
28 Apr 2025
Five-minute interview: Marc Botham, Jamf
Marc Botham, general vice-president of channel and alliances at Jamf, shares personal insights into driving growth, building strong partner relationships, and his love for sailing Continue Reading
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News
23 Apr 2025
AvePoint event underlines partner progress
Efforts to educate and support the channel over the past year help deliver well-attended event and revenue growth Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
26 Sep 2018
Co-founder Dobson departs Cloud Distribution
The time was right for Scott Dobson to leave the firm he founded in 2009 for new ventures Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
12 Sep 2018
BlackBerry building partner base and working with Check Point
The software firm has used its Security Summit in London to outline channel growth and reveal an ISV relationship with Check Point Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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Opinion
04 Sep 2018
Out with the old, in with the new
Paul Key, global director security and compliance, Getronics, shares his thoughts about the need to keep track with changes in the market Continue Reading
By- Paul Key, global director security and compliance, Getronics
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
14 Aug 2018
Qualys rolls out MSP and consultant support
The security player has an offering that should appeal to MSPs and consultants Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
25 Jul 2018
Smallest businesses failing to grasp the security threat
Those firms employing 10 or less people have a laid back attitude to security that could land them in trouble Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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Opinion
17 Jul 2018
How the channel can play a vital role in reducing cybersecurity skills shortages
David Ellis, Vice President, Security and Mobility Solutions - Europe, Tech Data, argues that the channel can play a role in dealing with the security skills crisis Continue Reading
By- David Ellis, Vice President, Security and Mobility Solutions - Europe, Tech Data
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News
17 Jul 2018
Customers don't have the skilled staff to man the security barricades
Gartner has warned that two thirds of users do not have the in house staff able to deal with security issues as the ongoing skills crisis continues to hit firms globally Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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Opinion
12 Jul 2018
Email is the biggest threat for businesses… but the greatest opportunity for the channel
Chris Ross, SVP sales, international, Barracuda, explains why email still remains a major target for partners Continue Reading
By- Chris Ross, SVP sales, international, Barracuda
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
04 Jul 2018
Exclusive unifies security and cloud approach
A couple of months after it got private investment backing the distributor has outlined its future strategy Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
25 Jun 2018
CompTIA moves to plug cyber security skills gap
The training specialist has been given government funding to help get more people trained up in cyber security Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
14 Jun 2018
Security world showing plenty of channel interest
The recent InfoSec show underlined just how many vendors are keen to work with the channel and build their presence in the market Continue Reading
By- Steve Bell
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
05 Jun 2018
Forcepoint looks for channel growth with Nuvias
The security vendor has added to its distie roster choosing the pan-European player to support growth ambitions Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
30 May 2018
Fortinet increases MSSP support
The security player continues to add depth to the options it can offer those providing managed security services Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
16 May 2018
PA Consulting adds Sparkler to the mix
Acquisition will strengthen the digital and brand strategy side of the business Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
19 Apr 2018
Cofense chooses to go 100% indirect
Security player revamps partner programme as it pledges to go 100% through the channel Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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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
28 Mar 2018
MSPs can shine a light in the security darkness
Customers know they face security threats but do not know how to deal with them giving MSPs a chance to step in and solve those problems Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
02 Mar 2018
Webroot swells MSP ranks
The latest quarterly numbers from the security player include an update on the increasing number of managed service players that are now working with the firm Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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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
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
22 Feb 2018
Dell EMC steps up support for digital transformation skills
The vendor has rolled out a series of certifications aimed at arming people with the right skills to navigate some of the cloud and security issues that many customers are dealing with Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
14 Feb 2018
IoT security threat already exercising industry minds
If the Meltdown processor security flaw has shown that some threats have gone under the radar there are also some concerns that IoT could add to the problems unless addressed with extra network security Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
14 Feb 2018
Channel numbers continue to swell at SonicWall
Since spinning out of Dell the security firm has received strong backing from the channel Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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Feature
29 Jan 2018
What's to come? Plenty of cloud and security
The year is still young enough for the great and the good to be making predictions about just what technologies will make a difference in the months ahead Continue Reading
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News
05 Jan 2018
Channel can help users deal with Meltdown fears
With the world reacting to the Meltdown and Spectre microprocessor chip flaws the channel is in a prime position to offer customers advice Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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E-Zine
05 Jan 2018
MicroScope: Grasp the social networking opportunity
An issue looking at the issues around social media, the growth in unclouding and some security industry predictions for the year ahead Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2018
Industrialised security threat a major concern
Security vendors are warning that the battle to protect data is being fought on the factory floor Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
03 Jan 2018
GNR signs up Kaspersky Lab to bolster software portfolio
Cyber security player becomes distributor's first signing of 2018 as it moves to expand its software portfolio Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
15 Aug 2016
Nebulas snapped up by expansive SecureLink
Security specialist Nebulas has been acquired by Investcorp and will become part of the investment player's SecureLink operation Continue Reading
By- Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor
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News
07 Mar 2016
Lack of security awareness poses a major threat to businesses
Organisations are putting their reputation and competitive advantage at risk by not addressing the 'human factor' in cyber security. Could the channel come to the rescue? Continue Reading
By- Sean McGrath, Senior reporter
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News
21 Mar 2014
Capita buys security VAR Network Technology Solutions
Acquisition of London, Yorks-based reseller gives services giant Capita extra clout around intrusion detection, data loss and remote working Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor