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Your need-to-know guide to cloud security
Cloud computing is no longer new technology, it is everywhere and has completely changed how we work. However, just because you are using someone else systems in the cloud, it does not imply that it is automatically secure. There is a saying in the cloud security...
Windows is the prime target for cyber criminals
With its huge dominance in the workplace, Microsoft’s Windows has become the prime target for cyber criminals. They’re looking to access your information, disrupt your business, or hold your data to ransom. Tens of millions of attempted malware attacks were discovered...
When can you finally forget your password?
Passkeys are set to take over from traditional passwords to give us a safer, more secure way of logging into our online accounts. That will be a major step forward for online security, and it’s gathering pace quickly with more and more big names adopting the...
Tech Tip: 3 ways to free up disk space on Windows
Running low on disk space can make your computer run slowly and can cause other problems such as being unable to run applications, install important updates and in some cases cause your computer to crash. This tech tip will show you three ways that you can free up...
Are your people Christmas shopping from work?
Almost half of people with social media accounts have admitted to falling for shopping scams. So if members of your team are doing a little last-minute Christmas shopping from work, how can you be sure your business is protected? New research shows that a massive 47%...
8 tech trends you need to prepare for in 2023
The end of the year is a time when many business owners take time to reflect and plan for the coming year. For many that will involve thinking about forecasting and growth over the next 12 months, but we want you to think about the tech trends in 2023 that will affect...
Zoom wants to be the new Teams
You think Zoom, you think video calls. For millions around the world, it’s a tool they rely on at work every day. But for productivity, collaboration and workplace integration (as well as video calls), it’s Microsoft Teams that are leading the way. Its tight...
Do I need Antivirus on a Mac?
Broadly speaking there are two different types of desktop computer users; Windows users and Mac users (sorry Linux users but you are very much in the minority). Microsoft has included a free antivirus solution called Windows Defender for years because they realised...
Why you will not be fine on this Cloud9
We go to a lot of effort working to protect our clients from online security threats. These could come in the form of key loggers that record you as you enter your login information, or DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attacks, which overwhelm a service with fake...
Tech Tip: Using Microsoft Teams Keyboard Shortcuts
Microsoft Teams is a great productivity tool. It has many features that can help you be more productive and speed up repetitive tasks. One way to be even more productive with Microsoft Teams is to use the shortcut keys. The shortcut keys can help you quickly access...
Are you losing hours each week setting up video calls?
Setting up video calls could be losing a full-time working week for every member of your team. Video calling has revolutionised team meetings, and saves a huge amount of travel time. But we’re still not getting the full benefit from the new technology, according to...
Don’t walk the plank with pirated software
A huge number of small and medium-sized businesses would consider using pirated software to try and save money. A new study has revealed a surprising number of businesses willing to break the law to save costs. Our advice? Think twice before you walk the plank. Right...
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