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The happenings at HM Network.
WhatsApp hijackers can take over your account while you sleep!
Late last week, Twitter user Zuk (@ihackbanme) tweeted an issue about WhatsApp that has the potential to turn heads. He explains that attackers can take
Security – Password Hygiene
What is Password hygiene you may ask? It is the practice of choosing, managing and maintaining strong passwords, to protect accounts and systems from cybercriminals,
Have you ordered your internet connection in time?
So you’ve ordered your office furniture, selected your new wastepaper bin, selected your weekly flower subscription, and are all set for your big office move
Malware Help
Have you ever received a call after hours or on the weekend that an employee’s machine needs attention? If you’re like others in IT security,
A few predictions for 2023…
As we enter 2023, it’s crucial that organisations stay ahead of the curve when it comes to cybersecurity. With the increasing digitisation and modernisation of
Nearing the end of your voice or telephony contract?
Last week we helped a client who’s needs had changed over the past year or two get updated tech, more value, more features and lower
iPhone user watches stolen phone travel from UK to China
iPhone user watches stolen phone travel from UK to China Have you ever wondered what happens to your phone if it’s stolen while on vacation
Renewing Cyber Essentials Certification
On the fence about renewing your Cyber Essentials certification this year? A lot can change for a business in 12 months and with your renewal
Possible Whatsapp Data Leak
Cybernews has recently reported of an alleged Whatsapp data leak. Meta owned Whatsapp, currently has around 2 billion users and a list of just shy
BTnet Dedicated Internet – Black Friday & Cyber Sunday All Time Low Pricing
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday around the corner, at HM Network we have decided to start early. If internet connectivity
Hybrid Connect – Rapid Deployment Internet Connectivity & Backup
Internet When You Really Need It. There may be occasions where you need internet connectivity quickly, perhaps for a new site, but time is
Worried About The PSTN & ISDN Switch Off?
Are you aware that the way we make telephone calls is changing? 46% of 400,000 UK SME businesses recently surveyed, had no idea. Openreach has announced
Mobile Data Resilience
I was at meeting the other day and the person I was with, was trying to tether to her mobile as the WiFi at the
New Pricing On BTnet Dedicated Internet with 100% Uptime SLA
We have some new great value pricing and new router options available on BTnet, the UK’s no1 Dedicated Internet connection. If your connectivity is mission
Unbreakable Wi-Fi
If you are a small business and you rely on your connectivity you should take a look at what we can do for you
Do you use SIM cards?
At HM Network, we provide handsets and data plans on multiple networks, but if you use SIM card’s for anything other than in mobile phones
Lancashire Based National Cyber Force HQ
With HM Network having strong ties with Cyber Security and Cyber Awareness, we were over the moon when we heard that GCHQ had chosen a
Best Practices for Writing IVRs
Got a phone system but needing inspiration about how to approach voice prompts and caller greetings? Maybe you have a system in place but have
Cyber Essentials Plus – 2022 Pass
Well it is that time of year once again for us. This week HM Network Ltd attained our Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certification
Being lost and needing help!
“A lady in a hot air balloon realised that she was lost. She reduced altitude and spotted a man below. She descended a bit more
The GDPRexpress Tour Of The North
GDPR – the acronym that dominated the headlines and caused quite a stir on social media throughout 2017 and 2018. There was an awful lot
10 Myths About Analogue lines vs Hosted Voice – Debunked
With the 2025 PSTN/ISDN line closure looming – are you still yet to make the move to digital telephony? 1. Calls over the internet
Switching Mobile Providers Has Never Been Easier
Did you know that Mobile customers can leave their network by sending a simple, free text message, under Ofcom rules that were introduced in July
Google Workspace
Looking to move to a better way of working this year? Google Workspace is a cloud-based productivity suite that helps teams communicate, collaborate and get
The Importance Of Cyber Awareness & Educating Your Team
Despite trying to keep work and personal lives separate, there is often a crossover. Many people pick up work emails on their own devices, particularly
How to Use On-hold Marketing Effectively
Every organisation wants to make a great first impression – however all too often companies underestimate just how important the sound of their phone system
Are Your Patients Losing Their Patience?
An apple a day keeps the doctor away – or so they used to say. Sometimes, despite eating your prescribed 5 a day (I know
Lancashire Based Vegan Health Food Manufacturer Expansion
It is always heartwarming to see clients grow and go from strength to strength. Plant based health food manufacturer Nutreelife started out in Preston, we
School Catch Up Tsar Resigns Due To Lack Of Funding.
We saw on the BBC News this week, the headline “School Catch up Tsar resigns due to lack of funding” available for schools to help
The Business Benefits Of Cloud-Based Telephony
In business, it’s likely you’ll need to be communicating with customers daily. There are many forms this communication can take. Email, chat, phone calls –
