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So, you’ve gone ahead and upgraded to Windows 11. You’re ready to explore the fresh design and all the new features. But instead of smooth sailing, your computer slows to a crawl… random errors start popping up… and you can’t install any security updates… That’s the...

The way we work has changed massively over the past few years. The global pandemic created a huge shift towards remote working, and now businesses are divided on the right way to proceed. Some businesses are eager to bring everyone back to the office. But others are...

Imagine this: Your business grinds to a halt because your critical files are locked away by scammers. And they’re demanding a ransom for their release. This is called a ransomware attack, and it’s a growing threat to businesses all around the world. Ransomware is a...

Windows 11 has brought some great features to the table for businesses. And Microsoft’s working to make it even better. One thing I know many of us struggle with is the Windows 11 Recommendations feature in the Start menu. If you’ve ever clicked on it, expecting to...

You’re scanning your inbox and spot a critical email with a Word document attached. Maybe it’s an invoice, a message from a supplier, or even a request from a colleague. You open it without thinking twice, and you’ve been scammed just like that. This scenario is...

Let me ask you something: Do you lock your front door when you leave the house? Of course you do. But what if you get home and find that someone left a window open? You may as well have left the door unlocked, right? Now think about your business. You’ve probably...

Public Wi-Fi is everywhere – cafés, airports, hotels, trains. And it’s very convenient, especially for business travellers or anyone working remotely. But what if I told you that hopping on that Wi-Fi could expose your business data to cyber criminals? That’s the...

Ever feel like you’re racing to keep up with all the new tech out there? You’re not the only one. Businesses are spending more on software than ever before… and it’s in no small part due to “FOMO” – fear of missing out. A recent report shows that 76% of businesses are...

It feels like we have a gadget for everything these days, right? The average office worker uses three devices to get through the day. Think desktops, laptops, tablets… and even multiple phones. Technology keeps teams connected and helps us work smarter, but there’s a...

Still holding on to Windows 10 in your business? It’s time to start thinking about making the move to Windows 11. Three years after its release, Windows 11 is making major headway, with its market share reaching 35.55% in October 2024. While Windows 10 still holds...

Imagine turning on your computer and having all the apps you need for the day open and ready to go. That’d be useful, right? Windows 11 lets you autostart your favourite apps so they launch automatically when you log in. Setting it up is easy. And it’ll help you and...

Wouldn’t it be great if your Windows 11 computer could handle tasks just like a real-life assistant? That’s exactly what Microsoft wants to achieve with Windows Agent Arena, its new AI project. The goal is to create smart virtual assistants, known as AI agents. These...

Email has become an essential tool for any successful business, but as the saying goes, “with great power comes great responsibility”. As a business owner, it’s your responsibility to make sure your emails are secure. It’s one of the key ways to stop your business...

If you get a call claiming to be from Microsoft Teams support, hang up before doing what they ask. There’s a new trend for scammers to pose as “help desk” staff and trick employees into giving them control of their devices. This is part of a larger ransomware attack...

Ever feel overwhelmed by the maze of chats, channels, and notifications in Microsoft Teams? Well, here’s the good news: Microsoft’s rolling out the Teams Fall 2024 update to help streamline things. The update will create a simpler workspace that’s easier to navigate....

If you’ve installed version 24H2 of Windows 11 for your business, you might have noticed an annoying File Explorer glitch. File Explorer is the familiar window you use to browse your files and folders. Normally, it’s straightforward, but some people are having issues...

When someone leaves your business, you might be so wrapped up in the rush of everyday tasks that you forget to delete their login details. It’s easy to overlook. You’ll get around to it later, right? However, unused login details could be a ticking time bomb for...

How do you feel that the technology you use in your business is future-proof? A recent study found that 90% of business leaders felt confident that their IT systems today are “best in class.” But how about tomorrow? The same study showed that: Only 39% of business...

Microsoft is warning business owners about a new type of Microsoft 365 phishing scam (where cyber criminals pose as a trusted source to trick you into giving away login info), which uses popular cloud services like SharePoint and OneDrive. Although these platforms are...

Microsoft is once again finding ways to make life easier for your business with Windows 11. If you ever work on your phone as well as your PC, you’re going to love the new “Hand Off” feature that’s being tested right now. The idea is this: Let’s say you’re in a...

Microsoft recently made changes to the Start menu – and it caused a bit of an uproar as it made it harder to sign out of Windows 11. Here’s what happened: Microsoft tried streamlining the Start menu by grouping related settings. But they tucked the sign out option...

How cautious are you and your team with online security? You know about phishing scams, dodgy downloads, and not clicking suspicious links, right? But an even sneakier new type of malware (malicious software) wants to frustrate you into giving up your Google login...

If you’ve ever tried to tweak Microsoft Edge settings and found yourself lost in all the options, this one’s for you. Microsoft is cleaning up the Edge Settings page, so you’ll no longer need to dig around in endless menus to find the setting you need. What’s...

Losing access to your business’s data – even temporarily – is a nightmare worthy of a horror movie.  This is why you need a reliable backup and recovery strategy. Reliable backup tools create copies of your data and store them in a safe place. If something goes wrong,...

You might think of the Windows Photos app as a basic tool for viewing and managing images. But with an upcoming update to Windows 11, there’s a new feature that could be very useful for your business: Visual Search with Bing. With the update, you’ll be able to do a...

Whether you’re drafting emails, writing reports, or creating presentations, spelling mistakes and typos can easily be missed. This means you run the risk of looking unprofessional, especially when communicating with clients or business partners. Here’s the good news:...