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29th November 2024

How to stop Excel file conflicts

How to stop Excel file conflicts Let’s begin with some context and prerequisites. We’re going to go through a solution to resolve problems when you have […]
15th November 2024

Can’t upgrade to Windows 11? Try Linux?

Can’t upgrade to Windows 11? Try Linux? There’s now less than a year to go before Windows 10 reaches the end of its life.  If you’re […]
1st November 2024

The great WFH debate

The great WFH debate It seems strange to think that a few years ago, working from home wasn’t even a thing. Maybe there was the odd […]
25th October 2024

One more year of Windows 10

One more year of Windows 10 And just like that, it’s almost half term and Halloween is fast approaching. It’s quite scary how quickly time goes. […]
20th September 2024

Switching to us is easy

Switching to us is easy We know switching your IT Services and having your IT Support provided by a new business might feel daunting. Isn’t it […]
23rd August 2024

Backing up your files & documents

Backing up your files & documents As regular readers have come to know, let’s start with some context. There are all different types of backups, that […]
16th August 2024

Do you need to backup your email?

Do you need to backup your email? Email. Some people love it, some people loathe it, and pretty much all of us use it at some […]
9th August 2024

Automatic Updates are a must

Automatic Updates are a must For regular followers of our advice, you will know we must touch on this subject at least once a month, as […]
12th July 2024

Recommendations for your next computer

Recommendations for your next computer When it comes to choosing your next computer, it can be confusing can’t it? There’s so much choice for the specifications […]
30th March 2026

What is email spoofing?

Email spoofing is when a scammer sends an email that appears to come from your address, without actually accessing your account. It is not a hack […]
20th March 2026

The Hidden Risk of Onsite Hardware

Small businesses that rely heavily on on-site servers and NAS devices are exposed to significant risks, including downtime, data loss, and limited scalability. By introducing off-site […]
13th March 2026

What is Shadow AI?

The Hidden IT Risk Growing Inside Small Businesses: Shadow AI Shadow AI refers to employees using artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, or Gemini for […]
6th March 2026

The Day Passwords Started Dying

What Are Passkeys? A passkey is a secure, passwordless authentication method that replaces traditional passwords with a cryptographic key pair. One key stays on your device, […]