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Safely Disposing of Old Hard Drives: Protecting Your Data and the Environment
As technology evolves, we find ourselves upgrading our gadgets and devices more frequently. Whether it’s a new laptop, smartphone, or external hard drive, the old ones often end up collecting dust in a drawer. But what about the sensitive data stored on those old hard drives? How can we ensure that our personal information doesn’t…
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Is your Dad a Geek?
We’re back, with the essential geek present list for Father’s Day. For those of you who have forgotten when it is, here is a reminder – Sunday, 16 June 2024 Big enough? This list is mainly for fun – there are no affiliate links – and hopefully inspiration for more unusual presents than you normally…
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Microsoft Copilot
Image By Microsoft Designer via CoPilot ( AKA Copiplot ) What follows is an AI generated piece by Microsoft CoPilot about CoPilot. AI is becoming more effective every day, but as you might have spotted in the image, it isn’t always perfect. Microsoft Copilot is an AI assistant developed by Microsoft. It’s designed to be…
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Effective Communication
Effective communication with your IT provider is a critical component of any business’s operational strategy. In today’s fast-paced digital world, where technology underpins almost every aspect of a company, having a clear and open channel with those who manage your IT infrastructure is not just beneficial, it’s essential. It ensures that IT services align with…
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Hey! You with all the hats!
If you are a business owner, you wear many hats, particularly whilst your company is growing. Big corporates can employ specialists – management accountants, financial accountants, tax specialists, contracts lawyers, employment lawyers, recruitment specialists, marketing gurus – and the list goes on. You have to be all of those people, so how do you find…
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We fix things after Power Cuts
We fix things! We recently have had to deal with Power cuts and one of our largest clients. It is important to remember that a large network with multiple systems cannot be just switched on and off in quick succession. Rebooting a large network after a power outage is a critical task that requires careful…
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Keep It Simple… Encryption (pt. 3)
Encryption is the process of encoding information, converting it from plaintext into ciphertext, to protect it from unauthorised access. This process ensures that only those with the appropriate decryption key can access the original information, thereby maintaining confidentiality. Modern encryption techniques utilise complex algorithms and keys, making unauthorised decryption extremely difficult without the correct key.…
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Cyber Security Policy
In today’s digital landscape, the significance of implementing a robust cyber security policy cannot be overstated, particularly for companies operating within the UK. Such a policy serves as the cornerstone of an organisation’s defence against the ever-evolving threats posed by cybercriminals. A comprehensive cyber security policy should encompass a clear outline of employee responsibilities, data…
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So you don’t think cyber security is for you?
Don’t bury your head in the sand! If you have anti-virus, a firewall on your router, and keep your passwords secret, you probably think you have cyber security covered, but I have bad news for you – you haven’t. Cyber Security as an Investment If you have bought anti-virus software you have invested in cyber…
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Spring Cleaning
Spring cleaning is not only for your home, but also for your computer. A cluttered and dusty computer can affect its performance, security and lifespan. Here are some tips on how to clean up your computer and make it run faster and smoother. Delete unnecessary files and programs. Over time, your computer accumulates a lot…
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Why has my email font changed?
Why has my email font changed? Well the other day I was out onsite and questioned about the new font when sending email. Initially they thought they had a caught a bug. We soon found out that this was in fact a changed made by Microsoft. Microsoft has recently announced that it will change the…
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The importance of a reboot!
The other day we were asked to diagnose a fault with an application that wasn’t coming up with the correct text and boxes on it. In this instance it was a VoIP app on a PC. One of our engineers had suggested the importance of a reboot and it turned out that it wasn’t done…
