How much does IT support cost in the UK in 2026?
Per-user, per-device and fixed-fee compared, with real price bands.
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The Syntek blog — plain-English IT answers
No filler, no hype. Twenty articles written for owner-managers and office managers who need to make a decision this week.
What is a managed service provider?
Plain-English definition, what's included, and how MSPs differ from break-fix.
Cyber Essentials vs Cyber Essentials Plus
The v3.3 changes land 27 April 2026 — here's which one you actually need.
How to get Cyber Essentials certified
The eight-week path from kickoff to certificate, with costs and gotchas.
The PSTN switch-off happens on 31 Jan 2027 — here's what to do
Stop-sell is already live. Don't be one of the 500,000 lines still on legacy.
Windows 10 end of life: what businesses must do now
Support ended 14 October 2025. What to replace, patch or retire.
Is Microsoft 365 Business Premium worth it?
A line-by-line comparison with Standard for a 20-user business.
What is EDR in cyber security?
Why antivirus alone isn't enough in 2026, and what EDR actually does.
Seven signs you need new IT support
How to tell when your current provider has stopped keeping up.
How to choose an IT support company
Twelve questions to ask before you sign a managed IT contract.
How to prevent ransomware in a small business
Ten practical controls that stop the attacks we actually see.
The 3-2-1 backup rule explained
What it means, why it still works, and how to apply it to M365.
What is a leased line — and do you actually need one?
Dedicated fibre vs FTTP, with real West Sussex install timings and prices.
VoIP vs PSTN for small business
What changes, what breaks, and what to test before you cut over.
How much does Cyber Essentials cost?
IASME fees, remediation costs and what MSPs actually charge.
Microsoft Teams Phone vs 3CX
Which platform fits your business — on cost, features and support.
Azure vs AWS vs Google Cloud for small business
The honest answer most MSPs won't give you — and why it depends.
Best WiFi for a UK office
Ubiquiti, Meraki, Aruba — and why the router matters less than the survey.
SharePoint vs OneDrive for Business
What each is really for — and the folder structure mistake to avoid.
What is a vCIO?
How a fractional IT director works for a 10–50 person business.
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