The Lucid View

3rd February 2020

Slow Internet or slow Wifi?

Slow Internet or slow Wifi? It’s a really interesting question, which I got asked by a customer last week. I was looking into reports of poor […]
23rd January 2020

Review of my refurbished Lenovo x240 laptop

Review of my refurbished Lenovo x240 laptop I’ve produced general content in the past around the advantages and disadvantages of considering refurbished computers and laptops because […]
18th December 2019

Why we use a helpdesk

Why we use a helpdesk I’m in a reflective mood, with us hurtling towards the end of 2019. It’s got me thinking about where we are […]
16th December 2019

Free Software you should be using

Free Software you should be using Here we go with a Christmas present, from us to you – all perfectly gift wrapped. Ok, so that is […]
11th December 2019

We’re Cyber Essentials Certified!

We’re Cyber Essentials Certified! With recently been through the process of reviewing our own network, computer, and security setup, with the aim of obtaining Cyber Essentials […]
9th December 2019

Is it time to move on from Sage Accounts?

Is it time to move on from Sage Accounts? I’m sure I’m setting myself up to be in the firing line of the Sage lovers of […]
4th December 2019

The importance of regularly applying Windows Updates

The importance of regularly applying Windows Updates I know. I can feel through the force you’re already rolling your eyes about the prospect of Windows Updates […]
2nd December 2019

What to do if you think your Office 365 account has been compromised

What to do if you think your Office 365 account has been compromised Unfortunately, issues around email, email security, and phishing emails are more and more […]
20th November 2019

Bye bye Windows 7

Windows 7 reaches the end of its journey in January 2020 So long, my trusty old friend, it’s time for you to depart. You’ve had a […]
1st September 2023

iPhone & iPad: Weak Wi-Fi security message

iPhone & iPad: Weak Wi-Fi security message If you’ve had a message on your Apple device, such as an iPhone, iPad or iMac, that says something […]
25th August 2023
Office 365 Tools on a phone

Backing up Office 365

Backing up Office 365 With the ever-increasing shift to working without onsite hardware to support sharing files and email, Office 365 remains the go-to product for […]
18th August 2023
Someone using a Windows laptop

How to set up a new computer

How to set up a new computer Let’s take a step back, to begin with. When ordering a new computer, we recommend you go with the […]
11th August 2023
Palm Trees and Sunshine

Unplugging for a Summer Break

Unplugging for a Summer Break It’s that time of year when some of us will take a break and perhaps get away for a much-deserved summer […]