Pro-Networks

Pro-Networks Pro-Networks - An Employee-Owned Company. Visit https://pro-networks.co.uk to find out more...

Providing businesses with professional, cost effective, expert IT support by partnering an existing IT team, or as your dedicated outsourced IT department.

CYBER SECURITY ALERT - KALI365 PHISHING ATTACKIf your business uses Microsoft 365, please read this.There is a phishing ...
02/06/2026

CYBER SECURITY ALERT - KALI365 PHISHING ATTACK

If your business uses Microsoft 365, please read this.

There is a phishing attack doing the rounds that is particularly convincing - it directs people to a genuine-looking Microsoft sign-in page and asks them to enter a verification code. The problem? That code hands full control of your Microsoft 365 account - including Outlook, Teams and OneDrive - to an attacker. No password needed. MFA bypassed.

Our team has already intercepted attempts of this type, and we are expecting more.

The golden rule: if you didn't start the login process yourself, don't enter the code.

Read our full guide to find out what to look out for and what to do if you think you've been targeted - https://bit.ly/3RFZue9

Delighted to confirm four recent exam passes in the team!Drew & Mark have passed CompTIA Network + exams, Elliot passed ...
02/06/2026

Delighted to confirm four recent exam passes in the team!
Drew & Mark have passed CompTIA Network + exams, Elliot passed Microsoft SC-100, and Ian passed Microsoft MS-102.
Why is this important to your businesses? Find out here - http://bit.ly/3ER45ke

Ever accidentally quit a Teams meeting when you meant to do something else? We've all been there!Microsoft has quietly m...
02/06/2026

Ever accidentally quit a Teams meeting when you meant to do something else? We've all been there!

Microsoft has quietly moved the Quit button to a less dangerous spot, and there's a handy setting you can turn on right now to stop it happening again.

Here's what's changed and what's worth switching on - https://bit.ly/3PQhEsT

IT Directors - Is shadow IT creeping into your business? 👀When staff start using unapproved apps and tools, it's rarely ...
28/05/2026

IT Directors - Is shadow IT creeping into your business? 👀

When staff start using unapproved apps and tools, it's rarely about breaking the rules - it's usually a sign that something in the workflow feels slower than it should.

The instinct is often to lock things down. But that can push activity further out of sight, not less.

What actually helps is visibility - understanding what's being used, why, and whether it poses a real risk.

Our latest blog explores what shadow IT is really telling you about your business processes, and how the right IT support can help your team get on top of it without adding to an already-full workload.

Worth a read if your internal IT team is stretched

https://bit.ly/4fNWw0Z

Microsoft is calling Copilot the top productivity app in Windows 11 — ahead of tools like File Explorer and Microsoft To...
26/05/2026

Microsoft is calling Copilot the top productivity app in Windows 11 — ahead of tools like File Explorer and Microsoft To Do. That's quite a statement! 🤔

We've had a look at whether that reflects how businesses really work day-to-day, and what it actually means for small and medium businesses in our area.

The short version? AI is genuinely useful — but the best tool is still the one that solves your biggest daily problem, not the one with the best marketing.

Have a read and let us know what you think : https://bit.ly/42ZJfLk

🎂 A huge congratulations to our CEO Geoff Coote, who celebrates his 25th anniversary of joining Pro-Networks. Back in 20...
21/05/2026

🎂 A huge congratulations to our CEO Geoff Coote, who celebrates his 25th anniversary of joining Pro-Networks.

Back in 2001, Windows XP had just launched — and like XP, Geoff quickly became something the whole business relied on. Unlike XP though, he never reached end of life. 😄

What makes Geoff's story special is how he got to where he is. He didn't arrive as CEO — he earned it, working through the workshop, engineering, project work, running the support room, leading sales, and eventually taking the top job.

That's 25 years of showing up, learning, growing, and leading by example. The kind of experience you simply can't shortcut.

Thank you, Geoff — for everything you've helped build and everything you continue to drive forward. We're proud to have you at the helm. 🙌

Is your IT director drowning in security demands?Security isn't just an IT issue anymore — it's a board-level concern th...
19/05/2026

Is your IT director drowning in security demands?

Security isn't just an IT issue anymore — it's a board-level concern that touches risk, compliance, and business continuity. That means it keeps landing with the person who understands it best: your IT director.

The problem? There's rarely enough time to think strategically when operational demands never stop.

Co-managed IT support from Pro-Networks reinforces your internal team — we handle the operational load, you stay in control of the direction.

Find out how it works - https://bit.ly/3PLfSJE

Think AI can generate a strong password for you? Think again.Researchers tested popular AI tools and found that despite ...
18/05/2026

Think AI can generate a strong password for you? Think again.

Researchers tested popular AI tools and found that despite *looking* secure, AI-generated passwords follow hidden patterns — making them far more vulnerable to attack than they appear.

Real password security relies on true randomness, and that's something AI isn't designed to produce.

The answer? A proper password manager with a built-in generator. Simple, effective, and genuinely secure.

We help businesses across Chester, Cheshire, Wrexham, the Wirral, Warrington and the wider North West stay protected.

To find out more, drop us a message or read the full article here : https://bit.ly/4eNynHz

Has your business tried AI but not seen much actually change?You're not alone — and it's probably not what you think.Mos...
18/05/2026

Has your business tried AI but not seen much actually change?
You're not alone — and it's probably not what you think.

Most AI projects stall not because the technology doesn't work, but because they started without a clear enough goal, got tangled in governance concerns, or ran out of the right internal skills to keep things moving.

We've put together a straightforward read on why this happens and what the businesses getting it right are doing differently.

Worth a look if AI progress has felt frustrating lately - https://bit.ly/43cxUYj

Is your business still running Windows 10?If you signed up for Extended Security Updates, it probably still feels fine —...
08/05/2026

Is your business still running Windows 10?
If you signed up for Extended Security Updates, it probably still feels fine — but ESU ends in October 2026, and after that, there are no more security patches. None.
That's a security risk, a potential compliance issue, and possibly a problem for your cyber insurance.
And here's the extra wrinkle: PC prices are already going up. The AI boom has caused a significant shortage of memory components, and hardware costs are expected to keep climbing through 2026 and beyond. Businesses that leave upgrade decisions late aren't just cutting it close on Windows 10 — they may be paying a premium for the hardware too.
We've written about both issues and what to do about them : https://bit.ly/48Nemgq

Address

Network House, Street Ives Way
Sandycroft
CH52QS

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+441244535527

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Pro-Networks posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Pro-Networks:

Shortcuts

Share

Category