Guides for Sydney business owners
Static Computers writes these guides for owners and office managers who look after IT alongside everything else. Each one answers a real question we get asked, in plain English, with the date it was last checked.
Cyber security and compliance
- The Essential Eight explained for small businesses the eight controls, the maturity levels and where to start. Pillar guide
- What's replacing the Essential Eight ASD's Essentials series, the timeline and what it means for you. Explainer
- What to do if your business email is hacked How-to and checklist
- What cyber insurers ask small businesses for Explainer
- How much does cyber security awareness training cost? Explainer
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From the blog
118 articles- Static Computers Is Now ISO 27001 Certified: What It Means 19 Oct 2026
- ISO 27001 Certification Cost in Australia: What Drives the Price 19 Oct 2026
- ISO 27001 Controls Explained: All 93 Annex A Controls (2022 Version) 19 Oct 2026
- ISO 27001 vs Essential Eight: Which Does Your Business Need? 19 Oct 2026
- Why Your IT Provider Should Be ISO 27001 Certified 19 Oct 2026
- Still on Windows 10? Here’s Why You’re Putting Your Business at Risk 20 Aug 2026
- Who Can See What Your AI Note-Taker Records? 15 Aug 2026
- How to Stop Scammers from Sending Emails in Your Company’s Name 10 Aug 2026
- QR Code Scams: What They Are and How to Protect Your Business 5 Aug 2026
- How Small Business Ransomware Attacks Work (And How to Protect Against Them) 30 July 2026
- How to Answer Cyber Insurance Renewal Questions Without Voiding Your Policy 25 July 2026
- Why Bad Onboarding Is the Real Cause of Messy Offboarding 20 July 2026
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- Why Human Habits Are Your Biggest Security Risk 30 June 2026
- What is Passkey Migration and How Can It Help Your Team Eliminate Passwords? 25 June 2026
- The “Zombie” SaaS Audit: Finding the 3 Apps Your Former Employees Still Access 20 June 2026
- Stop the Bleeding: How Revoking Admin Rights Eliminates Support Tickets 15 June 2026
- Is Your Invoice a Deepfake? Securing Your Accounts Payable Process Against Voice and Email Cloning 10 June 2026
- Adversary-in-the-Middle Attacks: How Phishing Sites Steal Your Active Login 5 June 2026
- The “Session Cookie” Hijack: Why MFA Can’t Always Save You 30 May 2026
- The “Legacy Debt” Audit: Identifying the 3 Oldest Risks in Your Server Room 25 May 2026
- The “Backup Exit” Strategy: Can You Move Your Data Without the Vendor’s Help? 20 May 2026
- Micro-SaaS Vetting: The 5-Minute Security Check for Browser Add-ons 15 May 2026
- LinkedIn “Social Engineering”: Protecting Your Staff from Fake Recruitment Scams 10 May 2026
- “Clean Desk” 2.0: Securing Your Home Office from Physical Data Leaks 5 May 2026
- The Essential Checklist for Securing Company Laptops at Home 30 Apr 2026
- The 2026 Guide to Uncovering Unsanctioned Cloud Apps 25 Apr 2026
- Stop Ransomware in Its Tracks: A 5-Step Proactive Defense Plan 20 Apr 2026
- How to Run a “Shadow AI” Audit Without Slowing Down Your Team 15 Apr 2026
- A Small Business Roadmap for Implementing Zero-Trust Architecture 10 Apr 2026
- 5 Security Layers Your MSP Is Likely Missing (and How to Add Them) 5 Apr 2026
- Zero-Trust for Small Business: No Longer Just for Tech Giants 30 Mar 2026
- The Supply Chain Trap: Why Your Vendors Are Your Biggest Security Risk 25 Mar 2026
- The “Insider Threat” You Overlooked: Proper Employee Offboarding 20 Mar 2026
- The 2026 Hybrid Strategy: Why “Cloud-Only” Might Be a Mistake 15 Mar 2026
- Managing “Cloud Waste” as You Scale 10 Mar 2026
- Beyond Chatbots: Preparing Your Small Business for “Agentic AI” in 2026 5 Mar 2026
- The Server Refresh Deadline: Why Windows Server 2016’s End of Support Should Drive Your Cloud Migration Plan 28 Feb 2026
- The MFA Level-Up: Why SMS Codes Are No Longer Enough (and What to Use Instead) 25 Feb 2026
- The Daily Cloud Checkup: A Simple 15-Minute Routine to Prevent Misconfiguration and Data Leaks 20 Feb 2026
- The “Deepfake CEO” Scam: Why Voice Cloning Is the New Business Email Compromise (BEC) 15 Feb 2026
- Securing the ‘Third Place’ Office: Policy Guidelines for Employees Working from Coffee Shops and Coworking Spaces 10 Feb 2026
- The Smarter Way to Vet Your SaaS Integrations 30 Jan 2026
- How to Use Conditional Access to Grant and Revoke Contractor Access in 60 Minutes 25 Jan 2026
- How to Implement Zero Trust for Your Office Guest Wi-Fi Network 20 Jan 2026
- 6 Ways to Prevent Leaking Private Data Through Public AI Tools 15 Jan 2026
- 5 Ways to Implement Secure IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) in Your Small Business 10 Jan 2026
- 3 Simple Power Automate Workflows to Automatically Identify and Terminate Unused Cloud Resources 5 Jan 2026
- Your 2025 Privacy Compliance Checklist and What You Need to Know About the New Data Laws 30 Dec 2025
- The SMB Guide to Making Your Website and Documents Digitally Accessible 25 Dec 2025
- The Hidden Risk of Integrations: A Checklist for Vetting Third-Party Apps (API Security) 20 Dec 2025
- The AI Policy Playbook: 5 Critical Rules to Govern ChatGPT and Generative AI 15 Dec 2025
- How to Use a Password Manager and Virtual Cards for Zero-Risk Holiday Shopping 10 Dec 2025
- Beyond Licensing: How to Stop Wasting Money onYour Microsoft 365 Security and Copilot Add-Ons 5 Dec 2025
- Your Business’s Digital Compass: Creating an IT Roadmap for Small Business Growth 30 Nov 2025
- Navigating Cloud Compliance: Essential Regulations in the Digital Age 25 Nov 2025
- Leveraging Microsoft Forms for Data Collection & Surveys 20 Nov 2025
- How to Use AI for Business Productivity While Staying Cyber-Secure 15 Nov 2025
- Cracking Down on Credential Theft: Advanced Protection for Your Business Logins 10 Nov 2025
- From Gaming to Productivity: How the Newest Black Friday Tech Gadgets Can Boost Your Business 5 Nov 2025
- What Your Small Business MUST Know About Data Regulations in 2025 30 Oct 2025
- Stop Account Hacks: The Advanced Guide to Protecting Your Small Business Logins 25 Oct 2025
- Lost Without a Tech Plan? Create Your Small Business IT Roadmap for Explosive Growth 20 Oct 2025
- How Smart IT Boosts Employee Morale and Keeps Your Best People 15 Oct 2025
- Data Overload? Make Your Numbers Speak Volumes with Simple Data Visualization for SMBs 10 Oct 2025
- AI Demystified: What to Know About the Current Tools on the Market in 2025 5 Oct 2025
- Wi-Fi Performance Secrets to Boost Your Business Productivity 30 Sept 2025
- Project Chaos to Clarity: How Microsoft Planner Transforms Small Businesses 25 Sept 2025
- Is Your Smart Office a Security Risk? What Small Businesses Need to Know About IoT 20 Sept 2025
- Invest Smart, Grow Fast: Your Small Business Guide to IT Expense Planning 15 Sept 2025
- Data Quality is Your Small Business’s Secret Weapon 10 Sept 2025
- 10 Knowledge Management Strategies That Will Unlock Your Team’s Brainpower 5 Sept 2025
- Securing Your Supply Chain: Practical Cybersecurity Steps for Small Businesses 30 Aug 2025
- Save Time and Money by Automating Workflows with Power Automate 25 Aug 2025
- From Offer Letter to First Login: How IT Makes New Hire Setup Easy 20 Aug 2025
- Don’t Let Outdated Tech Slow You Down: Build a Smart IT Refresh Plan 15 Aug 2025
- Building a Smart Data Retention Policy: What Your Small Business Needs to Keep (and Delete) 10 Aug 2025
- Avoid Cloud Bill Shock: Cost Optimization Tips Every Small Business Should Know 5 Aug 2025
- Simple Backup and Recovery Plans Every Small Business Needs 30 July 2025
- Remote Work Security Revisited: Advanced Strategies for Protecting Your Business in 2025 25 July 2025
- How to Choose the Right Cloud Storage for Your Small Business 20 July 2025
- Decoding Cyber Insurance: What Policies Really Cover (and What They Don’t) 15 July 2025
- A Small Business Guide to Implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) 10 July 2025
- AI for Efficiency: How to Automate Daily Tasks and Free Up Your Time (Without a Huge Budget) 5 July 2025
- Can My Data Be Removed from the Dark Web? 30 June 2025
- 7 Unexpected Ways Hackers Can Access Your Accounts 25 June 2025
- How Do Websites Use My Data? (Best Practices for Data Sharing) 20 June 2025
- Ultimate Guide to Safe Cloud Storage 15 June 2025
- Complete Guide to Strong Passwords and Authentication 10 June 2025
- What is Password Spraying? 5 June 2025
- 10 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Microsoft 365 Apps 30 May 2025
- 6 Best Cloud Storage Providers to Save Device Space 25 May 2025
- 10 Awesome Ways to Customize Your Desktop Layout 20 May 2025
- 7 New and Tricky Types of Malware to Watch Out For 15 May 2025
- Where Do Deleted Files Go? 10 May 2025
- New Gmail Threats Targeting Users in 2025 (and How to Stay Safe) 5 May 2025
- 8 Considerations Before Buying Used Technology 30 Apr 2025
- All About the New U.S. Cyber Trust Mark 25 Apr 2025
- Top 10 Security Tips for Mobile App Users 20 Apr 2025
- What Are Passkeys, and Should Your Business Use Them? 20 Apr 2025
- Is It Time for a Device Upgrade? Check for These 7 Signs 15 Apr 2025
- How Much Device Storage You Need: A Comprehensive Guide 9 Apr 2025
- Spotting the Difference Between Malware and Ransomware 31 Mar 2025
- 7 Ways Using AI for Work Can Get Complicated 30 Mar 2025
- 8 Ways to Organize Your Devices for Productivity 25 Mar 2025
- How to Minimize Ransomware Damage 20 Mar 2025
- 10 Steps to Prevent a Data Breach 15 Mar 2025
- What to Do in Case of a Cyberattack (Step by Step) 15 Mar 2025
- How to Spot Hidden Malware on Your Devices 10 Mar 2025
- Guide to Secure File Storage and Transfers 5 Mar 2025
- Best Practices for Secure Data Backup 28 Feb 2025
- 5 Common Cyber Threats in 2025 (and How To Avoid Them) 25 Feb 2025
- Can Password Managers Be Hacked? 20 Feb 2025
- 10 AI Tools You Need in Your Office For Productivity 15 Feb 2025
- Data Management: The Key to Unlocking Business Intelligence and Operational Efficiency 29 Jan 2025
- Network Management: The Backbone of Modern IT Infrastructure 29 Jan 2025
- Virtual and Cloud Services: Unlocking New Potential in the Digital Age 29 Jan 2025
- A Beginner's Guide to Server Setup 29 Jan 2025
- Cloud Computing: Revolutionizing the Way We Work and Live 29 Jan 2025
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