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Security Review: Does your business have old logins for ex-staff?
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 future proof is your business’s IT?
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...
New Microsoft 365 phishing scam is smarter than ever… here’s how to protect your 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...
Start it on your phone… finish it on your PC with “Hand Off”
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...
Windows update makes is easy to sign out of Windows 11 again
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...
Beware this malware: It “annoys” you into handing over login details
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...
Microsoft’s browser takes the Edge with streamlined settings
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...
The lack of a reliable backup causes a third of all data loss
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,...
Bing Visual Search makes purchasing and marketing easier
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...
A free tool for more polished communication
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:...
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...
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...
PING, WHOOSH, or BEEP? Now you can decide with Teams
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...
Is that Chrome extension filled with malware?
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...
Save time by accessing your Android phone’s files with File Explorer
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...
Protect your business from a data leak with Microsoft Edge
Protect your business from a data leak with Microsoft Edge Microsoft Edge for Business has just rolled out new data leak control capabilities. And that could be a good thing for keeping your sensitive info safe. What are data leak control capabilities? It is also...
Ransomware threats are surging – here’s how to protect your business
Imagine waking up one morning, turning on your computer, and finding that all your important files – everything from customer data to financial records – are locked. Tight. And then a scary message pops up demanding a ransom fee to unlock them. That’s ransomware in a...
Are your employees reporting security issues fast enough… or even at all?
Getting your team to report security issues quickly is something that’s important for your business… but maybe something that might not have crossed your mind before. You might think you're covered with so many security tech tools. But guess what? Your employees are...
Now Copilot’s going to make your team work better together
Have you heard about Team Copilot yet? It’s the latest addition to Microsoft’s suite of AI tools and should be available later this year. Think of Team Copilot as an advanced, AI-powered assistant designed to help your team work better together. While Microsoft’s 365...
More businesses are investing in cyber security defences
More and more businesses are making smart decisions to be proactive and invest in their cyber security defences. This is fantastic news, especially since stats show that about half of small and medium-sized businesses still have no cyber security measures at all. If...
Antivirus Isn’t Enough. Why You Need EDR for Bulletproof Security
In the ancient days of dial-up internet, a simple antivirus program might have kept your computer safe. Today's digital landscape, however, is a minefield of constantly evolving cyber threats. Ransomware, phishing attacks, and zero-day exploits plague businesses and...
You might hold the secret to data security in your finger
You might hold the secret to data security in your finger We all know how important it is to keep our data safe, whether it’s our business secrets or just personal info. Passwords used to be the number one way to keep things under wraps. But are they still cutting it...