In short: Most businesses pay for Microsoft 365 every month and use a tiny slice of it — email, Word, maybe Excel — while a whole toolkit of genuinely useful apps sits there untouched. Here’s what you’re already paying for, and the bits worth discovering. You signed up for Microsoft 365, you use Outlook for…
In short: “The cloud” is one of those phrases that gets thrown around constantly and explained almost never. Strip away the buzzword and it’s beautifully simple — and you’re almost certainly using it already. Here’s what it really means, and why it might be the best thing to happen to your business IT. “The cloud.”…
In short: Most businesses think they’re backed up — right up until the day they need it and discover they’re not. Here’s what a proper backup actually looks like, why “I copied it to a USB stick once” doesn’t count, and how to make sure a disaster stays a mere annoyance rather than the end…
In short: Reusing the same password across different accounts is one of the easiest ways for criminals to get in. A password manager fixes it by remembering a long, unique password for every account, so you only have to remember one. Here’s why it matters — and how to start without a headache. Be honest:…
In short: The most expensive cyber-attacks on small businesses often involve no “hacking” at all — just a convincing email that tricks someone into paying the wrong person. Here are the four scams aimed squarely at businesses, and the one simple habit that stops nearly all of them. Picture this. It’s Friday afternoon, you’re halfway…
In short: Five simple habits — a password manager, two-factor authentication, automatic updates, a healthy suspicion of dodgy emails, and proper backups — will keep most cyber-trouble away from your business. No computer science degree required. There’s a comforting little thought that floats through the mind of nearly every small business owner: “Why would anyone…
For most a New Year’s Resolution is all about self-improvement and if you want to keep that going long into the year you don’t need to look much further than your office PC. Small changes and new habits can soon add up and have a massive effect on how easy it is for you to…
The eagle-eyed amongst you will have noticed a change to our email signature – Please be aware of the possibility of cybercrime and fraud. We have no plans to change our bank details – if you receive an email purporting to be from someone at this firm which seeks to direct payment to a different…
Everyone has a favourite Disney movie. Not many people make a habit of visiting a public space, setting up camp and then shouting it out. Amongst friends you’d happily discuss this but, in general, the public has no need to know. But it’s only a film, what danger can it do? Suppose that information is…
Lucky enough to have already booked your Summer holiday? Or are you still searching for a last minute bargain? Did you know your browsing habits could affect the price you pay? Every time you visit a site Cookies are created to track and monitor your movement around the web. You are probably all familiar with…
With support for Windows 7 being withdrawn on 14th Jan 2020, what happens to your trusty operating system now? We explain all here.
When was the last time you cleaned your PC? Did you know that dust bunnies can reduce its performance? We give you top tips on keeping your PC dust-free.
Welcome to 2019 and with the start of a fresh year come the many promises of a “New Year, New Me”. Thanks to social media and its hashtags it is easy for everyone to find a bandwagon to jump on – For those looking to give their livers a break after an indulgent festive period…
“The screen says, something, something, error, random numbers” “OK, I’m going to need to see a copy of that error, could you send me a screenshot please?” “I don’t know how, please help!” This is a situation we often come across. Passing along screenshots is simple enough but if you don’t know how to then…
We have recently talked about how technology can help improve your home-life or guide you to a sporting success. The entertainment industry is another area technology has touched, where clever uses for standard tech and cutting-edge advancements have created new, memorable, experiences for nights out you’ll never forget. The cinema. A classic night out for…
Although the scene from my window currently tells a different story we’re but a few short days away from the longer evenings and, as from today, officially into spring. Whilst this year spring has brought with it a dusting of snow it more traditionally welcomes the eponymous spring clean. If you’re stuck inside waiting on…
For most a New Year’s Resolution is all about self-improvement and if you want to keep that going long into the year you don’t need to look much further than your office PC. Small changes and new habits can soon add up and have a massive effect on how easy it is for you to…
It is just over a year since Amazon introduced Alexa to our lives. She wasn’t the first digital assistant to enter the home but thanks to Amazon’s heavy marketing and low prices she is arguably the most prolific. Homes up and down the country can be heard asking Alexa for jokes or simple reminders but…
Lucky enough to have taken your holiday this year or are you still searching for a last minute bargain? Did you know your browsing habits could affect the price you pay? Every time you visit a site Cookies are created to track and monitor your movement around the web. You will all be familiar with…
Following on from my colleague’s article on the many benefits of Facebook for keeping in touch with friends and family, I thought I’d add a few cautionary notes to help keep you safe. This can also cut down the amount of clutter on our Facebook feeds so we all get to see more of the stuff…
I recently got a notification from Facebook informing me I’ve been a member for 10 years. In typical Facebook fashion it was a cutesy video that played through some select highlights from the last decade. After watching it through and laughing at some forgotten photos it got me thinking just how big a part of…
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