The “Legacy Debt” Audit: Identifying the 3 Oldest Risks in Your Server Room
The most dangerous thing in a server room is often the phrase, “Don’t touch that.”It’s usually said with a half-joke…
MSP of the Year at the 2026 Network Group Awards
Urban Network has also been named Managed Service Provider (MSP) of the Year at the 2026 Network Group Awards, held in…
Making a Difference: Supporting Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance
At Urban Network, we believe that technology is only part of how we make a difference. People and communities are…
The “Backup Exit” Strategy: Can You Move Your Data Without the Vendor’s Help?
When you first sign up for a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform, everything is designed to feel effortless. The problem is that the…
Micro-SaaS Vetting: The 5-Minute Security Check for Browser Add-ons
Browser add-ons have a funny reputation. They feel “small”. A quick install. A tiny productivity boost. A harmless little helper…
Cyber Essentials 2026: What’s Changed and How SMEs Should Prepare
If your Cyber Essentials certificate is coming up for renewal, or you've been putting off getting certified, there's something important…
LinkedIn “Social Engineering”: Protecting Your Staff from Fake Recruitment Scams
A fake recruiter message is one of the cleanest social engineering tricks around because it doesn’t look like a trick.That’s…
“Clean Desk” 2.0: Securing Your Home Office from Physical Data Leaks
In the traditional office, a “Clean Desk” policy was a simple habit: shred the sensitive stuff, lock it away, and…
The Essential Checklist for Securing Company Laptops at Home
At home, security incidents don’t look like dramatic movie hacks. They look like stepping away from your laptop during a…
The 2026 Guide to Uncovering Unsanctioned Cloud Apps
If you want to uncover unsanctioned cloud apps, don’t begin with a policy. Start with your browser history.The cloud environment…
Stop Ransomware in Its Tracks: A 5-Step Proactive Defense Plan
Ransomware isn’t a jump scare. It’s a slow build.In many cases, it begins days, or even weeks, before encryption, with…
How to Run a “Shadow AI” Audit Without Slowing Down Your Team
It usually starts small. Someone uses an AI tool to refine a difficult email. Someone enables an AI add-on inside…