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Windows Server 2008 R2 Approaching End of Life

Are you still using Windows Server 2008 R2 within your business IT environment? If so, it’s time to start planning a migration strategy as the server technology approaches its end of life.

Urgent Call to Action if You Are Using Windows 7

Are you using the Windows 7 operating system on your PCs and laptops? If so, it is time to take action and start planning an upgrade to Windows 10.

The FBI Warns of a New Cyber Security Threat

Most cyber security news recently has focused on the revelation of Russian military intelligence service attacks, but there has been a recent announcement about cyber security practice to which organisations of all sizes including small businesses should be paying much greater attention.

Weighing in on Microsoft’s New Office 365 Subscription Model

Productivity apps for small businesses

The app store abounds with apps of all kinds and picking the ones that are right for your business can be a challenge. In this article, we will run through some of the most popular apps to help small businesses improve their productivity.

The Beginner’s Guide to Encryption

With organisations under more pressure than ever to protect their customers’ data, and more and more information being stored digitally, Grant McGregor takes a look at encryption and the possibilities it offers to help small businesses protect their data.

Should You be Switching to Office 365?

Microsoft Office is an essential for most organisations with office-based staff. The suite of products covers all the staples of the office environment – from PowerPoint presentations to Excel spreadsheets, Word and productivity apps.

6 Things You Can Do This Year to Boost Your IT Performance in 2018

We take a look at six simple things you can do this year to boost IT performance and productivity in 2018.

The Two New IT Vulnerabilities that Affect Nearly Everyone

You’ve probably heard of Spectre and Meltdown by now – the two new vulnerabilities that researchers have identified as affecting chips from Intel, AMD and ARM. We take a look at the risk they pose and what you should be doing about them.