Practical IT advice for UK businesses.

AI Hacked a Live Company Alone. Here Is What That Means for You.

OpenAI's model escaped its test sandbox and broke into a real company's servers without being told to. Here is what happened, why it matters to small businesses, and what to do about it.

Britannia AirMail: Expanding the Flock

Britannia IT Becomes a Lexmark Gold Partner

Britannia IT Expands Services with the Acquisition of SPC Business Solutions

Merry Christmas from Everyone at Britannia IT

As we approach the end of the year, all of us at Britannia IT would like to take a moment to say a genuine thank you to every one of our customers, partners, and supporters. Whether you have been with us for many years or joined us during 2025, your […] The post Merry Christmas from Everyone at Britannia IT appeared first on Britannia IT Services | Trusted IT Support Specialists.

Celebrating Our Ongoing Support for Community Link Foundation

On Friday 21 November 2025 our directors, Justin Sharrock and Alex Ashe, attended the annual Community Link Foundation lunch at The Office restaurant on Hoghton Street in Southport. The event brought together trustees, supporters and sponsors of the charity for an afternoon of updates, community stories and recognition of those […] The post Celebrating Our Ongoing Support for Community Link Foundation appeared first on Britannia IT Services | Trusted IT Support Specialists.

The Most Common Way Small Businesses Let Cyber Attacks In And How To Stop It

Every week, countless small businesses across the United Kingdom fall victim to cyber attacks. Many people believe hackers use complex software or advanced techniques, but the truth is much simpler. One of the most common ways attackers gain access to company systems is through a phishing email. Phishing emails are […] The post The Most Common Way Small Businesses Let Cyber Attacks In And How To Stop It appeared first on Britannia IT Services | Trusted IT Support Specialists.

How Quickly Could Your Business Recover If Disaster Struck?

Many small and medium sized businesses still run servers on site that store critical data and important line of business applications such as ERP systems, CRMs, and accounting software. These servers are often the heart of daily operations, keeping teams connected and business processes flowing smoothly. But have you ever […] The post How Quickly Could Your Business Recover If Disaster Struck? appeared first on Britannia IT Services | Trusted IT Support Specialists.

Ransomware Victims Are Still Paying – Some More Than Once

Why prevention is cheaper, safer, and smarter – and how Britannia IT makes sure your business never ends up paying the price. Ransomware isn’t going away. In fact, it’s evolving. A recent article from PCMag paints a worrying picture, despite all the warnings, businesses are still falling victim to ransomware, […] The post Ransomware Victims Are Still Paying – Some More Than Once appeared first on Britannia IT Services | Trusted IT Support Specialists.

A Night at the Darts – Powered by Britannia IT

What a night! 🎯 Saturday 7th June 2025 saw an incredible evening of darts action at Southport Football Club, and we were thrilled to be part of it as one of the main sponsors. From start to finish, the energy was electric, the crowd was buzzing, and the darts on […] The post A Night at the Darts – Powered by Britannia IT appeared first on Britannia IT Services | Trusted IT Support Specialists.

Britannia AirMail: The Future of Feathered IT Support?

Introducing Britannia AirMail: The Future of Feathered IT Support At Britannia IT, we’re always looking for new ways to innovate, push boundaries, and deliver support that goes above and beyond (sometimes literally). That’s why we’re proud to introduce our boldest service yet: Britannia AirMail – IT Support, Delivered by Pigeon. […] The post Britannia AirMail: The Future of Feathered IT Support? appeared first on Britannia IT Services | Trusted IT Support Specialists.

1Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 10Gbps and Beyond: Is Your Internal Network Up to Speed?

A fast internet connection is only as good as your internal network. If your business still relies on 1Gbps networking, you could be creating bottlenecks that slow down everything from cloud applications to file transfers and VoIP calls. At Britannia IT, we ensure businesses are equipped with high-performance networking solutions. […] The post 1Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 10Gbps and Beyond: Is Your Internal Network Up to Speed? appeared first on Britannia IT Services | Trusted IT Support Specialists.

Britannia IT Achieves Acronis Gold Partner Status: Advanced Cyber Protection for Businesses

At Britannia IT, we always strive to offer the best cybersecurity, cloud backup, and disaster recovery solutions. That’s why we are thrilled to announce that we have officially become an Acronis Gold Partner. This achievement is not just a milestone for us—it directly benefits our clients. With Acronis, we can […] The post Britannia IT Achieves Acronis Gold Partner Status: Advanced Cyber Protection for Businesses appeared first on Britannia IT Services | Trusted IT Support Specialists.

Is Your Business Ready for Windows 10 End of Life? Upgrade Now!

If your business is still running Windows 10, it’s time to start planning for the future. Microsoft has announced that Windows 10 will reach its end of life (EOL) on October 14, 2025, meaning no more security updates, bug fixes, or technical support. This could leave your business vulnerable to […] The post Is Your Business Ready for Windows 10 End of Life? Upgrade Now! appeared first on Britannia IT Services | Trusted IT Support Specialists.

Stay Safe and Secure This Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Is Your IT Ready for 2025? How We Can Help Your Business Benefit from a Personalised IT Review

Britannia IT Delivers Full Network Rollout at the Brand New Make Hamilton

Britannia IT Achieves Cyber Essentials Accreditation from IASME

Transforming Southport's Business Landscape: Britannia IT's Cutting-Edge Installation for Modern Serviced Offices at Charlotte House

How Hackers Bypass 2FA Security by Stealing Your Cookies

A Heartwarming Success: The LCR Connect Event in Southport

5 Ways Outsourcing Your IT Can Turn Your Budget Blues Into a Symphony of Savings

The Faster Britain Bus is arriving in Southport on the 26th of February 2024.

Santa Claus and GDPR: How He Complies with Data Protection

Support over the Christmas Period

The Perils of Windows 7 in 2023: Why Businesses Need to Act Now

Optimizing Office Tech: How Britannia IT Supports Estate Agents in the North West

IT Support & Cyber Security for Engineering Firms: Britannia IT’s Expertise in the North West

Understanding Cyber Attacks: What Every Small Business Needs to Know

Why is my Windows PC running slow? And how do I fix it?

Beat the "Mission: Impossible" of IT and Cyber Security with Britannia IT

5 Reasons Why Your Southport Business Should Upgrade to Ultra-Fast Gigabit Fibre

Revolutionising Hospitality in Southport: How Ultra-fast Gigabit Fibre Can Empower Your Business

The Windows Server 2012 deadline is fast approaching, Are you ready?

Protect Yourself from the Rise of Phishing Emails: Tips to Spot and Avoid Scams.

Why High-Speed Fibre Internet and Fast WiFi are Vital for Liverpool's Hospitality Businesses During the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest

5 Reasons small businesses should be storing its data in the cloud to improve operations.

Southport businesses left behind by Openreach's broken broadband promises.

Windows 2012 R2 Support is ending in 2023, is your business prepared?

Goodbye Mediocre Internet, Hello Ultra Fast Fibre!

Britannia IT resolves connectivity headache for Preston based Call Centre

Microsoft to increase Cloud Costs in April 2023 by 9%

Hotel Wi-Fi Installation. Phoenix Pods, Liverpool

Why is it important to backup data, and where do I start?

Top 3 Business Benefits of Having an Effective IT Disaster Recovery Plan

The SME Guide to Choosing a Cloud Backup Solution

You need backup, but which is best? The Cloud vs. On-Premises

Top 5 advantages of cloud backup

How quickly can your business recover from a crisis?

Are you backing up your Microsoft 365 Data?

Support throughout the Coronavirus Pandemic

Make the jump to VOIP in 2020

Christmas 2019 - Opening Hours

DDoS Attacks are more and more common, are you protected?

4 GDPR Tips You Should Know

7 Reasons to outsource your IT Support

How outsourcing your IT Management can save your business money

The Importance of a Cyber Attack Recovery Plan

Birmingham New Street becomes UK's first 5G train station

Cloud adoption in the UK is outpacing the EU average

Research published by Eurostat reveals the UK is the sixth largest cloud users among other countries in the EU.