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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:...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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?...

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...

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...

If you’ve ever found yourself wincing at the sound of a Microsoft Teams notification breaking your concentration, you’re not alone. Here’s some news that might be music to your ears then: Microsoft has just rolled out an update that promises to make these...

You're probably familiar with extensions if you use Google Chrome in your business. These valuable tools can enhance your browsing experience in countless ways, from blocking annoying ads to reducing distractions. Extensions are popular because they can add so much...

Microsoft is working on an update that allows Windows 11 File Explorer to access files directly on your Android phone, making file transfers smoother and faster. Why is this such a big deal, and how can it boost productivity for you and your team? Imagine you’re in a...