“We’ve got antivirus, we’re covered.”
We hear it all the time. But here's what no one’s telling you…
If you're running a business, chances are you've said something like this before — or at least thought it.
"We’ve got antivirus, so we’re all good, right?"
Totally fair. That used to be true.
But these days? It’s just not enough.
Antivirus Isn’t the Whole Picture Anymore
The problem isn’t that antivirus is bad — it’s that the threats have changed.
Back in the day, most attacks were just viruses or dodgy email attachments. Antivirus would spot them, block them, job done.
Now? The game’s changed. The bad guys are smarter, faster, and they’re not always using “viruses” to get in.
Here’s what we’re seeing more and more:
- Hackers tricking staff into handing over passwords (even smart staff).
- Attacks that don’t leave files behind — they just run in memory and disappear.
- Systems getting locked up with ransomware from one dodgy link.
- New types of attacks that traditional antivirus doesn’t even recognise.
So What Does Work in 2025?
It’s no longer about just installing a single tool. It’s about layering your protection, so if something slips through one gate, there’s another waiting.
At National PC, we call it Empower SHIELD — but forget the name for a second.
Here’s what matters:
- If something strange happens on your computers, it gets flagged. Fast.
- If a hacker tries to run new software, it gets blocked unless you’ve allowed it.
- If a staff member clicks a dodgy link, you’ve got backups in place — just in case.
- And behind the scenes? Someone’s watching for signs of trouble.
It’s like having a security system that doesn’t just lock the doors — it watches the windows, listens for noises, and calls you if something’s off.
Here's the Thing…
We’re not trying to scare you — just help you avoid the stuff we see every week.
Good people. Good businesses. Hit by something they thought they were protected from.
They weren’t.
Want to Know Where You Actually Stand?
We’ll take a look at what you’re currently using and let you know where the gaps are (if any). No jargon. No scare tactics. No pressure.
Just straight-up answers — and a chance to sleep a little better at night.
Want a quick check-in?
