Say Goodbye to Your IT Dinosaurs: NCSC’s Guide to Safe and Secure Decommissioning

When IT assets reach their twilight years, the National Cyber Security Centre’s guide is your go-to companion. Safely decommission end-of-life IT assets to avoid cyber mishaps, prevent rogue routers from joining botnets, and ensure your backup plans aren’t just a dusty binder in the corner. Remember, even expired tech can cause fresh headaches!

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Who knew that saying goodbye to your old IT gear could be more complicated than a celebrity breakup? The NCSC just published a guide to retiring end-of-life IT assets, and it’s as thrilling as a plot twist in a daytime soap opera. Remember folks, don’t let your old routers haunt you like a ghost of WiFi past!

Key Points:

  • The NCSC has released a guide to safely retire end-of-life IT assets.
  • Proper decommissioning is critical to prevent unauthorized access or exploitation.
  • Assets need to be accurately identified and associated records validated.
  • Secure storage, effective communication, and coordination are essential steps.
  • Post-decommissioning verification and monitoring are crucial to avoid unforeseen impacts.

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