File names – why length matters
Back in the pre-internet age (the 1980s to be exact) I had a job temping in the management offices of a local manufacturer. The room was furnished with a series of large, dark grey metal filing cabinets and, on the
Should you trust your smart speaker?
In those far-off times before the internet, how would you go about finding help with a household issue? In all probability, you would have reached for the Yellow Pages directory which listed local tradespeople, giving prominence to those who invested
Mobile Device Security Best Practices for Your Business
While remote and hybrid work environments are beneficial, it’s important to take precautions to protect sensitive business data on employee devices. Follow these mobile device security best practices to maximise protection against cybersecurity threats and minimise the risk of falling
Sometimes you just had to be there!
What has the humble biscuit tin got to do with IT support? You will just have to read on to find out! (Clue – it is not to make sure you have a stock of treats for when your friendly
Why HR professionals should think about IT
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvRROLrKx7M&t=67s Would you ever re-read a novel? Some authors are worth a second look, and you will be rewarded with fresh insights on your return visit. When you first read Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice you are drawn into looking
Why you should try business networking
Would you consider business networking to promote your business? Is the thought of it simply too scary? Maybe you write it off as a waste of time. IT support industry expert Richard Tubb recently got in touch: I’m currently putting
Your mailbox is full – what can you do?
In the era before email became the thing, business executives would be assisted by secretaries, managing their correspondence and ensuring that everything was filed away safely. As the manager, selected letters would be placed in your in-tray and you would be presented with
Why you should do cyber security training
Every computer user must be aware that cyber threats are lying in wait for you as soon as you log on; you could say that it is a truth universally acknowledged. You know that passwords need to be unique and
We won the cup!
Before you get too excited, I am sadly not referring to the FIFA World Cup, valiant though England’s efforts have been in Qatar. In the business world, your efforts are not always acknowledged. Hopefully, good customer service and excellent support
Windows 10 Tips and Tricks to Maximise Productivity
Distractions like a coworker with questions, a buzzing inbox, or incoming client requests pop up all the time. So how can you optimise your workflow to allow your uninterrupted time to be as efficient as possible? Whether you work from
Tips to Help Extend Your Laptop Battery Life
Whether you’re a student, business owner or even an avid movie streamer, chances are you rely heavily on your laptop. While not remaining tethered to an outlet is great, laptop batteries only last so long before you need to reach
Don’t shoot your computer …
Have you been binge-watching boxsets over lockdown? What’s your favourite? Have you got a guilty pleasure? We’ve belatedly discovered NCIS with the dynamic investigation team led by Special Agent Jethro Gibbs. It features stories, more often than not, involving the mysterious