Dan White

Sensible Email Practices

by Dan White
Security

Spotting the Difference: Bad vs. Good Emails Example of a Bad Email: Red Flags: Example of a Good Email: Why It’s Likely Safe: Tools and Tips To stay ahead of… Read More »Sensible Email Practices

Protect Your Business: Lessons from a £20,000 Scam Attempt

by Dan White
Security

Back in 2017, a case involving one of our clients highlighted the dangers of online payment scams – a threat that remains as relevant today as ever. An employee received… Read More »Protect Your Business: Lessons from a £20,000 Scam Attempt

How to Type Special Characters Using Your ALT Key on Windows

by Dan White
Productivity

Sometimes you need to use a symbol that just isn’t on your keyboard — maybe a currency sign like the Euro or Yen, or even something more unique. Luckily, on… Read More »How to Type Special Characters Using Your ALT Key on Windows

Evolving from PAYG to Proactive Care Plans: A Smarter, More Secure Future for Your Business

by Dan White
News

At runPCrun, we’ve always believed that your IT support should do more than just “fix what’s broken.” We want to help your business run smoothly every day, staying ahead of… Read More »Evolving from PAYG to Proactive Care Plans: A Smarter, More Secure Future for Your Business

The Real Cost of Downtime for SMEs: Understanding the “Nines” of Uptime

by Dan White
Strategy

For many small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), managing downtime isn’t just a technical consideration – it’s a financial one. Let’s break down what different levels of uptime mean, how they… Read More »The Real Cost of Downtime for SMEs: Understanding the “Nines” of Uptime

scene inside a modern office environment, showing multiple communication tools—an official work computer displaying a Slack conversation and a company email inbox, and a separate smartphone lying nearby with an incoming WhatsApp message from an unfamiliar sender. The employee at the desk looks concerned, pausing before responding. In the background, other coworkers interact over approved office tools. The lighting is neutral and professional, and subtle visual cues (like a company ID badge and secure network infrastructure) highlight the contrast between authorised and unauthorised communication channels.

Preventing Security Risks from Unofficial Communication Channels

by Dan White
Strategy

In today’s business landscape, we’re seeing an increasing number of security threats that stem from unauthorised or unofficial communication channels. While employees have access to various internal tools like Slack,… Read More »Preventing Security Risks from Unofficial Communication Channels

Essential IT Disaster Recovery Planning for Small Business Success

by Dan White
Strategy

In today’s digital-first world, having a solid IT disaster recovery plan isn’t just a luxury; it’s a necessity.