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Preparing for Post-Holiday Downtime: Why January is the Perfect Time for IT Upgrades
As the holiday season winds down, your business has the perfect opportunity in January’s quiet period to regroup and plan for the year ahead. This post-holiday downtime is the ideal period to look at your IT infrastructure, bring in new upgrades and ensure your systems are ready for the challenges and opportunities of the coming year.
How IT Support Can Help Avoid Holiday Downtime and Keep Your IT Systems Secure Over the Festive Period
As the holiday season approaches, businesses often wind down, with many employees taking time off to enjoy the festivities. However, this period of reduced activity can also bring unique challenges for IT systems, from heightened cybersecurity risks to unexpected technical issues. Proactively managing these risks with the help of dedicated IT support can ensure your business enjoys a smooth and secure festive period without any unexpected downtime.
The Future of Working from Home: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Secure Remote Work Infrastructure for your Business
As the year draws to a close, we look forward to what we can expect in the world of computing and technology in 2025. Technology is evolving rapidly, and 2025 is set to bring some exciting changes in computing. These changes will not only redefine how we interact with technology but also influence industries, economies, and even our daily lives. Here are five major trends in computing to keep an eye on as we step into 2025.
Understanding Backup and Disaster Recovery: What You Need to Know for Your Business
In today’s digital age, data is the lifeblood of every business. From customer information and financial records to operational data and proprietary strategies, the loss of critical data can have devastating consequences. Yet, many business owners overlook one of the most vital aspects of their IT infrastructure, a strong and effective backup and disaster recovery (BDR) plan.
How AI Can Help to Grow Your Business
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, businesses are constantly looking for ways to improve efficiency, deliver better customer experiences and gain a competitive edge. Could artificial intelligence be just what you’re missing to transform your business?
From automating repetitive tasks to providing data-driven insights, AI has the potential to revolutionise how businesses operate and grow; Here’s some of the ways AI can help propel your business to the next level.
5 Changes in Computing We Should Look Out for in 2025
As the year draws to a close, we look forward to what we can expect in the world of computing and technology in 2025. Technology is evolving rapidly, and 2025 is set to bring some exciting changes in computing. These changes will not only redefine how we interact with technology but also influence industries, economies, and even our daily lives. Here are five major trends in computing to keep an eye on as we step into 2025.
Why Solicitors Should Become Cyber Essentials Certified
Cyber security is one of the most important challenges facing solicitors today. The sensitive data you manage, combined with financial transactions, makes you a high value targets to hackers.
The Cyber Essentials scheme is backed by the UK government and is designed to help safeguard law firms and protect you against cyberattacks. The Law Society recommends all solicitors to apply for the Cyber Essentials scheme to protect themselves and reassure their clients that all their personal dater and information will be safe from cyberattacks.
Making the move from POP/IMAP to Microsoft Exchange
For many businesses, email is the key to fast, convenient communication, whether that be between clients, suppliers or internal teams. Two of the most common email protocols are POP (Post Office Protocol) and IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol), which are widely available and easy to set up. However, for businesses looking to scale up, improve collaboration or enhance their data security, Microsoft Exchange offers a range of advantages. Here’s a closer look at some of the differences and why upgrading to Microsoft Exchange could be the right move for your business.
Creating Strong Passwords and Keeping Your Accounts Safe
In today’s digital world, passwords are arguably the most important line of defence between your sensitive information and potential cyber threats. However, many people are still using unsecure, easily guessable passwords, putting themselves at risk of hacking, data breaches, and identity theft. So how can you make sure your passwords are secure, safe and stand the test of time.
Managed Anti-Virus Compared to Unmanaged, Which is Right For You?
When it comes to protecting your business from cyber
threats, choosing the right antivirus solution is essential. In the debate
between managed and unmanaged antivirus options, each offers unique benefits
depending on your company’s size, resources, and security needs. But what’s the
difference between them? How can they help you? And which one’s the right
choice for your business?
Saying Goodbye to Windows 10
As Microsoft announces that Windows 10 will reach its end of life (EOL) on 14 October 2025, we look at the changes this will bring and how you can prepare your business for a shift to Windows 11.
9 Ways Technology Can Save Your Business Money and Time
For businesses across the globe, time and money are two of the most valuable resources. Thankfully, technology has made it easier than ever to maximise both. In this blog, we cover 9 ways in which technology can help you save money and time.
DKIM, SPF, and DMARC: Best Practices for Email Authentication
Email is a crucial communication tool for businesses and individuals alike. However, with the rise of phishing attacks and email fraud, the security and authenticity of email messages have been a growing concern for many. This is where email authentication protocols such as DKIM, SPF, and DMARC come into play.
10 Common IT Support Help Desk Problems And Their Solutions
Discover the 10 most common IT Support help desk problems and learn expert strategies to resolve them. Keep your business running smoothly and minimise downtime with these expert solutions.
What is a Guest WiFi Network and its Business Benefits
We live in a world where staying connected at all times is essential. Enter the guest WiFi network—a feature rapidly being adopted by businesses of all sizes. But what exactly is guest WiFi, and how does it benefit a business?
The Difference Between Download And Upload Speeds
In this blog, we cover what upload speeds and download speeds are and how to optimise your internet connection.
Airplane Mode Explained: Is It Really Necessary?
Learn all about Airplane Mode, its purpose, and why it's important to use it on your smartphone or laptop while on a flight. Understand how it helps prevent interference with aircraft communication and navigation systems.
3-2-1 Backup Method: All You Need to Know
In this blog post we’ll take a deeper look at the 3-2-1 backup method, covering why it’s used, benefits, implementation and best practices.
The Different Types of Password Attacks and How to Prevent Them
In this blog, we will look at the different types of password attacks that attempt to compromise your sensitive information. We also share some important advice for preventing these attacks in order to improve your overall security and effectively protect your data.
SharePoint vs OneDrive: Which is Best For Your Business?
Effective document management and collaboration tools are essential for businesses of all sizes. As businesses make the shift to a more productive and streamlined workflow, two standout platforms often come into play: SharePoint and OneDrive. In this blog, we explore the key differences and similarities between SharePoint and OneDrive, providing a comprehensive comparison guide.
Leased Lines: What are They and How are They Used
Discover what leased lines are, how they are used, and why businesses rely on them for high-performance, secure, and reliable connectivity. Explore the benefits and applications of leased lines in this comprehensive guide.
What is a Denial-of-Service (DoS) Attack?
A denial-of-service (DoS) attack is a type of cyber attack which aims to make a system or service inaccessible to its intended users. This is typically done by overwhelming the target machine or network with a flood of unnecessary requests which disrupt the normal traffic.
Understanding the Dangers Behind Fake QR Code Scams
A QR Code, or Quick Response Code, is a type of two-dimensional barcode that can store information and be easily scanned using a smartphone camera. QR codes are great for quickly accessing information, but they have also become a tool for cybercriminals.
Does Your Business Need an IT Strategy?
An IT Strategy is an in-depth roadmap which helps businesses outline how and why their infrastructure should be used.
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