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Is your email signature putting your business at risk?
When was the last time you gave any thought to your email signature? It’s just there to provide your contact details and maybe boost your branding, right? But have you ever considered exactly how much information you’re giving away? It’s enough to allow someone else...
Unlock your potential with Copilot
Imagine having an assistant by your side that never gets tired, never misses a detail, and can help with everything from drafting emails to organising meetings. Sounds great, right? Well, that’s what Microsoft Copilot is. It’s a smart, AI-driven tool built into the...
You’re ready for the upgrade… what’s holding you back?
With the end of support for Windows 10 just over a year away, many business owners are starting to wonder why they haven’t upgraded to Windows 11 yet. Are you one of them? Research shows that most businesses could make the switch, but a surprising number are still...
The Blue Screen of Death and how to avoid it
If you’ve ever had the misfortune of seeing the dreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) on your computer, you know just how frustrating it can be. It’s that moment when your screen turns an ominous shade of blue, and you’re left wondering what went wrong and how much work...
Windows 11 Upgrade Requirements
The termination of support for Windows 10 by Microsoft in October 2025 means that business leaders need to plan for the transition to Windows 11, and this means understanding the Windows 11 upgrade requirements. Upgrading from Windows 10 to 11 is free, however,...
Don’t sleep on this simple, effective security booster
Microsoft recently announced that all Azure sign-ins will soon require multi-factor authentication (MFA) to boost security. Even if you don’t use Azure, a cloud computing platform, this is something you should pay attention to. Because MFA is one of the simplest and...
Cybercrime is always evolving. Your training should be too
Cybercrime is an ever-evolving threat, and it's crucial to adapt and stay ahead. The increasing recognition of the value of cybersecurity awareness training among businesses is a positive trend. However, moving away from the "one-and-done" mindset is vital....
Microsoft takes the pain out of updates with checkpoint cumulative updates
If you’re like most people, you probably find system updates a hassle. They take ages and those big downloads eat up precious bandwidth and storage. Good news then: Microsoft is about to make your life a whole lot easier with the upcoming Windows 11 24H2 update. It’s...
Lost for words? Draft with Copilot can help
There’s an exciting new feature coming to Microsoft’s Edge browser that’s going to make your life – and your employees’ lives – a whole lot easier. ‘Draft with Copilot’ is an AI-powered tool that can instantly write text on any topic you need. When you’re in Edge and...
Heads up: You need to update Windows 11 by this deadline
Microsoft has issued an important update: If you’re using Windows 11, you need to upgrade to version 23H2 before 8th October 2024. After this, older versions will no longer receive essential security updates, putting your systems at risk. Why is this important?...
Cyber extortion: What is it and what’s the risk to your business?
Here’s a topic that’s been making headlines and causing sleepless nights for many: Cyber extortion. Is it something that’s on your radar? It should be, because it might affect your business one day. What is cyber extortion? It’s a type of cyber crime where criminals...
Slow PCs? Manage which applications launch at startup
Maintaining a reliable network is crucial to staying on top of how your technology is set up. One often overlooked aspect is managing the Windows startup applications that load automatically when your computer starts. Many software programs want to auto-start, which...
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