The Lucid View

26th April 2024

Windows, MacOS or Linux?

Windows, MacOS or Linux? There’s always been that debate hasn’t there – Windows or MacOS, and for some of us, we also throw Linux into that […]
12th April 2024

Getting more done

Getting more done One thing we all have in common is that we have the same amount of time every day. None of us can freeze […]
22nd March 2024

Computer software you need to replace

Computer software you need to replace Running old software is like going away on holiday and leaving the front door open, with a sign saying “we’re […]
16th February 2024

Being more productive with Office 365

Being more productive with Office 365 Microsoft Office 365 is a great product, which most businesses use in one way or another. I’m sure most of […]
26th January 2024

Why I use Linux Mint in the mornings

Why I use Linux Mint in the mornings Ok, so firstly, this isn’t the first time I’ve written about Linux Mint, although the last time I […]
12th January 2024

Things to think about in 2024

Things to think about in 2024 Hello, Happy New Year, and welcome to 2024 from all of us here at Lucid Towers. With the new year […]
8th December 2023

Helping the local community

Helping the local community Just like that, it’s December and we’re well and truly into the countdown to Christmas. I’m sure like us, you’re looking forward […]
24th November 2023

Boost computer performance using power settings

Boost computer performance using power settings We’re often tasked with trying to squeeze more performance out of computers, to make them quicker and more responsive. Generally, […]
10th November 2023

What is a strong password/PIN device number?

What is a strong password/PIN device number? As part of your overall Cyber Security strategy for your computer systems, using strong passwords and PINs is a […]
4th December 2025

The Day the Cloud Got a British Passport

The Day the Cloud Got a British Passport Picture this: you’re a small business owner, sipping your coffee (flat white, obviously), doing that end-of-year spreadsheet dance […]
21st November 2025

AI Email Scams: Why They’re Harder to Spot in 2025

AI Email Scams: Why They’re Harder to Spot in 2025 Cyber criminals are getting smarter every year, but 2025 has brought a new challenge for small […]
10th October 2025

Windows 10: The curtain call

Windows 10: The curtain call Ok, so we know we’ve discussed Windows 10 several times over the last twelve months, but as it reaches its curtain […]
3rd October 2025

Things for SMEs to think about

Things for SMEs to think about… Given recent IT-related breaches and Cyber Security issues, let’s run through some ideas, thoughts and what you can do as […]