Europe PC Virus figures 2010
Almost one third of internet users in the European Union caught a PC virus despite the majority having security software installed.
View ArticleSpam on Valentine's Day 2011
Over the weekend Prolateral has seen a steady increase in spam email with a focus on Valentine's Day and reaching peak levels today.
View ArticleBBC radio websites hacked
BBC radio websites were hacked and pages on the sites were linking to malware.
View ArticleMicrosoft release SP1 for Windows Server 2008 & Windows 7
Microsoft releases Service Pack 1 (SP1) for Windows Server 2008 R2 and for Windows 7.
View ArticleTCP port 25 blocked by my ISP (Internet Service Provider)
Many email clients use port 25 for SMTP to send out emails. However a ISP may block port 25 in order to cut down the amount of spam.
View ArticleMarketing services provider Epsilon hacked
Online marketing services provider Epsilon was hacked resulting in the theft of millions of email addresses.
View ArticleHow to get more from email marketing
Understanding why email marketing can go wrong if you don't follow the best practices and principles
View ArticleTrojan - Windows license locked!
A new Malware/Trojan has been identified that attempts to scare users by a series of messages that try to imitate the Microsoft's activation procedure.
View ArticleVauxhall Luton secures contract to build Vivaro Van
Great news for GM (General Motors) and Vauxhall/Opel as the Luton plant secures the contract to build the new Vivaro Van going into 2020. With the new contract will see a further employment of 1500 new...
View ArticlePhishing campaign targets Lloyds TSB
A new phishing attack is currently targeting customers of Lloyds TSB with fake emails carrying malicious attachments. The email claims to come from the bank's security team with a subject of "You have...
View ArticleSony Playstation accounts hacked
Sony has warned users of its PlayStation Network that their personal information, including credit card details, may have been stolen.
View ArticleFixOnClick Scam hits Luton again
Several clients have reported receiving phone calls from a company called FixOnClick or ClickToFix stating their PC's are infected with a virus.
View ArticleRussian newspaper Pravda has been hacked
The English website of the Russian newspaper Pravda has been hacked. On first glance at the site there are no visible changes done by the hack however the page silently loads a exploit script that...
View ArticleConsidering the move to Cloud Computing?
Moving to Cloud-based Internet services instead of in-house servers appeals to many companies who are seeking a more lean and mobile operation.
View ArticleFacebook "Dislike" Scam Alert
Another Facebook scam hot off the press. This time the "DisLike" feature to add to a users wall page.
View ArticleUK hit by 111 million spam attacks every day
In total British consumers are being bombarded with 111 million unsolicited and potentially harmful email and text messages on a daily basis or a staggering 3.4 billion every month - despite Bill...
View ArticleWindows 8 released in 2012, Not so Fast!
It has recently been reported that Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer told a developer conference in Tokyo that Windows 8 would be released in 2012 but it turned out to be a misstatement from the top man at...
View ArticleSony Corp hacked again
Sony Corp once again in the headlines for yet another security breach and hack.
View ArticleHow strong is your password?
How strong is your password? Do you use the same password on every website? Understand the security risks.
View ArticleThe importance of using a SMTP Smart Host
MS Exchange SMTP Connector isn’t sending emails, try using a Smart Host as a Mail Relay
View ArticleDid you know that every 60 seconds...
Friday afternoon IT Trivia. Did you know that every 60 seconds...
View ArticleWorking around your ISP blocking SMTP Port 25
More and more Internet Service Providers are blocking SMTP Port 25 in order to cut down on spam but it punishes the innocent user as well. The solution is to use a safe outbound mail relay.
View ArticleProblems sending emails from a iPhone or iPad
Is this you? You can receive emails ok but can only send emails when connected to your Wi-Fi on your iPhone or iPad?
View ArticleUpgrading to Joomla! 1.7
Do you currently use Joomla! 1.5 and you are now considering to upgrade to Joomla! 1.7?
View ArticleFixOnClick Scam back in Luton
Several clients have reported receiving phone calls from a company called FixOnClick or ClickToFix stating their PC's are infected with a virus.
View ArticleSMTP Service Provider vs Email Marketing Services
We at Prolateral are often asked the question what's the difference between a SMTP Service Provider and a Email Marketing Service?
View ArticleoutMail a alternative to Vodafone 360
Are you a Vodafone 360 customer looking for a alternative SMTP relay as Vodafone 360 ends its life?
View ArticleHelp save the Herts and Beds Police Helicopter.
Did you know there is a plan to close the Chiltern Air Support Unit at RAF Henlow?
View ArticleDoes your mobile send emails ok on 3G/GPRS but not when roaming or on WiFI?
Does your mobile send emails ok on 3G/GPRS but not when roaming or on WiFI?
View ArticleStop SPAM Texts & unsolicited SMS Messages
Stop SPAM Texts & SPAM SMS Messages, Prolateral in is the business of email spam filtering but recognises the growing annoyance of SMS spam so we hope this article will help.
View ArticleInteresting facts about spam and some history of spam
Interesting facts about spam and some history of spam.
View ArticleA tribute and fond farewell to CEEFAX
As CEEFAX is finally turned off this week we offer a Prolateral style tribute and fond farewell.
View ArticleSMTP Messaging on Windows 8
Microsoft Surface and Windows 8 launched but how will this effect your emailing?
View ArticleWhat’s the difference between Malware and Viruses?
This article explains the difference between a virus and malware. Also how to protect yourself from Malware and Viruses.
View ArticleMS Surface vs Apple iPad
So you've heard all the hype about the MS Surface, well let's look at both the Surface and iPad side-by-side
View ArticleWindows 8 - FakeAV Alert
A week today since the launch of Windows 8 and cyber criminals are grabbing the opportunity to distribute threats and causing alarm to users.
View ArticleSpam scam using .GOV URLs
A new spam scam uses .gov URLs as a way to trick users into a false sense of security.
View ArticleBank Phishing Scam Foiled
UK police have arrested three men suspected of being involved in thousands of phishing attacks on banking customers.
View ArticleTop 5 SMTP Configuration Issues
There are many different email servers solutions and email client application but what are the most common SMTP issues for them all?
View ArticleHas your Joomla!-Powered Website been hacked and if so, how can you tell?
A lot of clients have come to us recently only having found out that their website had been hacked when potential customers did a Google search.
View ArticleI've been blacklisted but why?
My emails are being blocked by the receiving server, why?
View ArticleGOZeus Botnet is taken down
This week saw the take down of what has been reported one of the largest botnets to date.
View ArticleProcessing hard bounces
When running your email campaign do you process and handle your hard bounces?
View ArticleCOVID-19
Prolateral's response and business-continuity plans during the Coronavirus outbreak.
View ArticleKeep your business going during lock down
Whether you're an established company or just starting up; having to isolate or relocate to home working, you could be left searching for extra ways to keep your business going. What about adding...
View ArticleHelping to kickstart the economy
In March 2020 saw the start of the UK lockdown due to coronavirus. Prolateral is now helping the UK economy to kickstart again.
View ArticleHappy 25th Birthday Windows 95
In August 1995 Microsoft released Windows 95 to succeed over Windows 3.11. Today Windows 95 turns 25 years old...
View ArticleThe history of SMTP
Ever wondered about the history of SMTP and the first email to be sent...
View ArticleGreylisting, what is it?
Ever wondered about Grey Listing and what greylisting actually is?
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