On January 14, 2020, the support period for Windows 7 has ended.
We are aware that changes to the configuration of production systems can be difficult and that is why we offer our help during this process: we will discuss possible solutions with you, advise what to do next and answer questions regarding lifecycle of Microsoft products.

What does end of support mean?

Beginning January 14, 2020, your Windows 7 PC will continue to function, but Microsoft will no longer provide the following services:

• technical support regarding any problems,
• software update,
• security updates and patches.

You can continue to use your Windows 7 computer without constantly installing software and security updates, however this will increase your risk of virus and malware infections. In the future, the best way to stay safe is to switch to Windows 10. Windows 10 is best for a new computer. While Windows 10 can be installed on an older device, it is not recommended.
 
What can I do now?

In order to have up-to-date support (to, among other things, avoid the exploitation of operating system vulnerabilities, avoid encryption and data theft):

1. Perform an audit of the configuration of your computers - you will receive a report from us on the current hardware configuration, Windows versions and recommendations for changes.
2. Upgrade operating systems to Windows 10 (for a fee) or purchase a new computer with Windows 10.
3. In the event that you have not decided to buy new computers, we recommend modernizing your hardware, e.g. by increasing the memory size and installing a fast SSD disk.

 In order to find a suitable solution for you and your company, please visit contact using the form as well as for direct communication with us:

• Reception:
  T: +48 61 664 16 20
  @: biuro@upgreat.com.pl
• Customer service office:
  T: +48 61 664 16 28
  T: +48 61 664 16 33
  T: +48 605 586 507
  T: +48 667 752 750
  @: Oferta@upgreat.com.pl

On January 14, 2020, the support period for Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and 2008R2 systems and support for Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 have ended.
We are aware that changes to the configuration of production systems can be difficult and that is why we offer our help during this process: we will discuss possible solutions with you, advise what to do next and answer questions regarding lifecycle of Microsoft products.

What does end of support mean?

Thousands of the most important business applications around the world - and yours, too - run in Microsoft SQL Server and Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2. The termination of the provision of additional support by Microsoft means in practice the lack of:

• free local security updates
• updates not related to security, e.g. related to bugs and stability,
• free technical support options,
• Online technical content updates.

Organizations that do not regularly update system security are more vulnerable to cyber attacks, which may jeopardize business continuity, customer and employee data can be stolen, and the credibility of a company or organization may be undermined. More information about the current threats to IT systems can be found at our tech blog.

What can I do now?

In order to have access to up-to-date support and thus reduce the risk of cyber-attacks and data theft, you can, among others:

• upgrade the system to SQL Server 2017 and Windows Server 2016 or 2019 or purchase an extension of the security update for 3 years to protect the servers while working on the migration,
• transfer applications to other platforms, e.g. to the cloud (Azure, AWS).

An alternative to purchasing new on-premise licenses is to rent them in the SPLA model (monthly fees, always the latest software versions).

In order to find a suitable solution for you and your company, please visit contact using the form as well as for direct communication with us:

• Reception:
  T: +48 61 664 16 20
  @: biuro@upgreat.com.pl
• Customer service office:
  T: +48 61 664 16 28
  T: +48 61 664 16 33
  T: +48 605 586 507
  T: +48 667 752 750
  @: Oferta@upgreat.com.pl

Due to the current epidemiological situation, we would like to support your efforts to protect the health of employees and maintain the business continuity of the company. Most companies work normally and therefore it is important for them to prevent and constantly monitor the health of their employees - in this case by remotely measuring body temperature. It is a solution that will be helpful for you not only now but also in the future. Our proposal may be particularly useful in manufacturing companies, large offices and offices.

Details are provided below. Please contact us if you are interested in this solution.

Option 1

Medical thermal imaging camera - Fully autonomous solution. The camera offers an accuracy that is unattainable with traditional thermal imaging cameras (usually ± 2 ° C), at the expense of limited use and a narrow measuring range (0 - 50 ° C).

Variant 2

Autonomous thermal imaging camera - A camera perfectly suited for the accurate imaging of temperature changes on the surface of the body, which can be used both for the detection of people with symptoms of fever as well as for other applications using thermography (continuous temperature monitoring, thermal diagnostics of buildings, etc.).

The above camera model can be used indoors or outdoors (e.g. installed above the entrance, at gates) by using a dedicated housing with a heater.

 Variant 3

The ATM-T5 detection system for people with fever symptoms, which enables the simultaneous temperature measurement of several people. ATM-T5 is the fastest available system of this type in Poland. More information about it can be found in PDF document.

 The photo below was taken using a camera with a thermal sensitivity of 100mK (2.5 times lower than in variant 1).

 In order to find a suitable solution for you and your company, please visit contact using the form as well as for direct communication with us:

• Reception:
  T: +48 61 664 16 20
  @: biuro@upgreat.com.pl
• Customer service office:
  T: +48 61 664 16 28
  T: +48 61 664 16 33
  T: +48 605 586 507
  T: +48 667 752 750
  @: Oferta@upgreat.com.pl

The dynamics of current events is a surprise to many and raises questions about the efficient functioning of the economy. As UpGreat cooperates with many companies in the field of IT, we want to assure our clients of our uninterrupted support for them.

1. We operate and we will serve clients in a way that ensures business development and continuity as well as the safety of clients' employees and UpGreat.

2. We have implemented appropriate procedures and solutions to minimize the possibility of infection:

• possibility of remote work,
• on-line meetings with clients and, if necessary, internal meetings,
• avoiding situations conducive to the spread of the virus,
• training on desired behaviors.

3. We are at your disposal as always - we will only slightly change the way we contact you. Therefore, please contact us by phone or e-mail:

• Reception:
  T: +48 61 664 16 20
  @: biuro@upgreat.com.pl
• Customer service office:
  T: +48 61 664 16 28
  T: +48 61 664 16 33
  T: +48 605 586 507
  T: +48 667 752 750
  @: Oferta@upgreat.com.pl

We will deal with your case immediately and arrange the necessary actions.

4. At the same time, we want to declare that in order to meet your needs, we can implement solutions supporting remote work in a short time:

• firewalls and VPN connections,
• quick deliveries and configurations of laptops (from stock),
• implementing remote solutions on employees' private computers in a way that ensures the security of the company,
• remote terminal work,
• remote user support by our Helpdesk (by phone and through specialized software),
• enabling on-line meetings.

We strongly believe that following the recommendations of epidemiologists and responsible institutions, as well as common sense, will ensure that all of us, as far as possible, safely go through these difficult times.

Let's wish each other health 🙂

UpGreat Team

The beginning of the year will probably be associated with the threat of coronavirus. This topic has dominated the media reports in recent weeks. It is also an excellent example of the fact that new threats may always appear in business, which have not been included in the risk analysis so far.

However, there is just as much going on in the world of cyber threats. On January 14, the end of support for the operating systems from the Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 family, which was announced for a long time by Microsoft, took place. This means that for one of the most popular systems that are still used, unfortunately, also on company computers, security patches related to new discoveries will no longer be delivered. vulnerabilities.
The proof that this problem cannot be underestimated is the vulnerability found in the Remote Desktop Gateway service at the beginning of the year. Continue ...