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Beware these “too good to be true” Facebook ads
We’ve all been there. You’re scrolling through your Facebook feed, and an ad pops up promising to help you grow your business with some AI-powered

Tempted to test new features before everyone else? DON’T BE!
Ever been tempted to download the beta version of your favourite app, ready to test out all the cool new features before everyone else? STOP!!

And breathe… the “file too large to send” problem is over
How many times have you been in the middle of an urgent email, attaching a critical file, only to be met with the dreaded notification

Microsoft and Samsung team up to boost work phone security
You’ve checked your pockets, your bag, under cushions… and then it hits you. You left your work phone on the table at the coffee shop.

Is that Microsoft email actually a phishing attack?
You’re no stranger to the endless threats lurking in your email inbox. But have you ever considered that an email which seems to be from

Google Calendar has a great update for hybrid workers
Have you heard about the latest productivity update from our friends at Google? They’ve just added a little feature to Google Calendar that could make

3 ways AI makes almost any business task easier
In the fast evolving world of technology, business owners and managers like you are always on the lookout for the next big thing to give

The hidden dangers of free VPNs: Are you at risk?
Are you aware that the rise in global VPN usage has skyrocketed? The reasons are clear as day: Virtual Private Networks offer increased security, anonymity,

Is this the ultimate browser for business?
It’ll come as no surprise, but Microsoft has yet more exciting news for us. Sometimes we wonder if they allow their employees to sleep! This

Scary stat: 87% of businesses hit by this in the last year
You may think that cyber attacks only happen to large corporations. But unfortunately, that’s not the case. According to a recent report, almost two-thirds of

This is the latest trend in phishing attacks
Have you heard the saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words”? It seems cyber criminals have too, and they’re using it to their advantage.

Privacy alert: Change this setting in Edge, now
Don’t be mistaken, we love Microsoft Edge (and think you will too), but lately, something has come to our attention that we wanted to share.

Browse with confidence: Microsoft Edge’s security boost
Browsing the web can be risky. It only takes one click on one bad link to put your business’s data at risk. With cyber criminals

Now AI can make your Teams meetings more productive
Are you tired of wasting precious time in meetings, only to leave feeling confused and disorganised? Do you struggle to keep track of all the

Stop! And think, before you act on that email
How many times a day do you respond to an email without really thinking about its contents? Maybe it’s a request for some information. Perhaps

Is your business data at risk? Don’t take chances with old tech
When you replace old computers or external drives, do you delete data and then just… get rid of them? You could be putting your sensitive

Here’s how cyber criminals try to hack your accounts while you sleep
Have you ever felt frustrated by the flood of notifications from your multi-factor authentication (MFA) app? Well, cyber criminals have too. And they’re taking advantage

The final curtain call for Windows 10: What you need to know
Microsoft has announced that the current version of Windows 10, released in 2022, will be its final release. If you’re currently using Windows 10, you

Windows 11 optional update: Why it’s better to wait
Microsoft has just announced an option for people to trial new features before their general release in Windows 11. This isn’t about fixes to security

Can your business go green by switching to the cloud?
Cloud computing has quickly become a popular option for businesses that want to streamline their operations, reduce costs, and become more flexible. But are you

Charging in public places? Watch out for “juice jacking”
Airports, hotels, cafés, even shopping centres, offer public charging points where you can boost your phone or laptop battery on the go. They’ve been in

LinkedIn takes action to tackle fake accounts
LinkedIn is introducing new verification features over the coming months to help tackle fake accounts. The business-focused social platform is a fantastic place to connect

Microsoft hints at some exciting Windows 12 developments
We’re fickle creatures. Windows 11 still feels like a new toy, yet we’ve already heard (reliable) speculation about Windows 12 arriving as soon as next

Criminals are exploiting AI to create more convincing scams
One of the many cool things about the new wave of Artificial Intelligence tools is their ability to sound convincingly human. AI chatbots can be

3 essential security tools for every business
Your data is one of your most valuable business assets. Keeping it safe should be one of your main priorities. So if you don’t have

Microsoft 365 makes Multi-Factor Authentication easier
Microsoft is planning to enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) directly in its Outlook app for many 365 business users. MFA is a vital tool to help

Are your productivity tools actually slowing you down?
Productivity tools are supposed to make you more, well… productive. But if they’re not embedded properly within your business, tasks can actually end up taking

Bot malware is a growing security threat
If we talk about ‘bots’ you’d be forgiven for thinking of the amazing AI chatbots that have been all over the news lately. But this

Don’t forget your phone when you think about cyber security
Our phones are a goldmine of private information. Just think of all the financial details, personal messages, banking apps, photos and contact information that live

Let’s start talking about AI
The whole world is suddenly talking about Artificial Intelligence. From Alexa in your kitchen, to Siri on your phone, AI is already all around us,

Cyber attacks are getting bigger and smarter. Are you vulnerable?
Have you ever tried to buy tickets for a huge event and found that the seller’s website has collapsed under the weight of thousands of

AI is making phishing scams more dangerous
AI chatbots have taken the world by storm in recent months. We’ve been having fun asking ChatGPT questions, trying to find out how much of

Is your security focusing on the right things?
To protect your home from an intruder you make sure your doors and windows are all locked and secured. You might go further: build a

Young employees have different attitudes to cyber crime
If you employ anyone aged between 16 and 19, you need to pay special attention to the cyber security training you’re giving your team. A

Take action to avoid a devious new phishing scam
Another day, another scam. And this is a sneaky one. Cyber criminals are getting smarter. This recent malware threat is unusually smart. It impersonates a

When did you last have a health check?
How’s the January health kick going? Lots of us take our health seriously – once a year, anyway – and it’s good to spend time thinking

Are your younger employees experiencing ‘tech shame’?
It seems that Gen Z and even some Millennial employees are less tech savvy than many employers might expect. It’s an assumption that’s leading to

A little trust can go a long way
Countless employers still don’t trust their people to do their best work unless they’re physically in the office. But while managers may be struggling to

Windows is the prime target for cyber criminals
With its huge dominance in the workplace, Microsoft’s Windows has become the prime target for cyber criminals. They’re looking to access your information, disrupt your

When can you finally forget your password?
Passkeys are set to take over from traditional passwords to give us a safer, more secure way of logging into our online accounts. That will

Are your people Christmas shopping from work?
Almost half of people with social media accounts have admitted to falling for shopping scams. So if members of your team are doing a little

Zoom wants to be the new Teams
You think Zoom, you think video calls. For millions around the world, it’s a tool they rely on at work every day. But for productivity,

Why you will not be fine on this Cloud9
We go to a lot of effort working to protect our clients from online security threats. These could come in the form of key loggers

Are you losing hours each week setting up video calls?
You could be losing a full-time working week for every member of your team, thanks to the hassle of setting up video calls. Video conferencing

Don’t walk the plank with pirated software
A huge number of small and medium-sized businesses would consider using pirated software to try and save money. A new study has revealed a surprising

Could avatars make your Teams meetings more fun?
Do you inwardly (or outwardly) groan at the thought of yet another video call? They’re now a normal part of our working lives, but it

Windows 12 is coming… here’s what we know so far
While Windows 11 is only just celebrating its first birthday, we’re already hearing our first rumours about what Windows 12 will have in store. There’s

Are you using Teams to share sensitive data?
Microsoft Teams has fast become one of THE most useful business tools for the way we work today. No matter where your people work from,

Are you really downloading Zoom… or is it malware?
When you think about tools for remote working and chatting online, one of the first names in your mind is Zoom. But its popularity has

Some bosses think their people do less when working from home
Microsoft has become the leader of productivity over many decades. Can you imagine doing your day to day work without their software? So it’s no

Android 13 is safer for your business
We all use our phones for a lot more than sending messages and making the occasional call. And that means most of your staff are

Make sure your cloud server is protected from this
Using a cloud server to drive your business’s technology is a smart idea. The benefits are huge. You can use as little or as much

Your USB cable is about to get a speed boost
We’re all familiar with USB. After all we’ve been using it with our computers since 1996, and now with mobile devices too. Yes… it’s really

None of your team would fall for this trick… would they?
Cyber criminals have a reputation for constantly coming up with new ways to scam us into handing over login details or sensitive data. And while

Are you using a malicious browser extension without realising?
There are hundreds of thousands of browser extensions designed to help us to save time, be more productive, and personalise our online experience. And while the

Passkeys could improve the way you work, forever
Back in May, we heard there would soon be a successor to the password – the Passkey. Now, we’re hearing that Apple will start rolling

Windows 10 is getting a very useful Windows 11 feature
There’s no denying that Windows 11 has a lot of really cool new features. If you haven’t made the move from Windows 10 yet, you’re

If you’re under pressure to take urgent action – stop and think
Phishing scams are one of the biggest security threats to your business right now. A massive 83% of organisations said they suffered successful attacks last

Is working from home really good for your business?
Working from home. Or remote working, as it’s now called. It’s the big thing in business, isn’t it? And some people love it. They’re happier

What does the global chip shortage mean for your business?
For the past couple of years, the tech world has been struggling with a huge shortage of chips. But it’s not just tech businesses that

If any of your staff work remotely, you need to be on top of this
Remote and hybrid working is now the norm for a lot of people. But a recent survey has found that, despite it being more than

Some employees won’t stop using apps that could be a security risk
It’s likely a lot of the applications and software tools you’re using now are different from the ones your business used before the pandemic. That’s

Microsoft’s taking a responsible leadership position on AI
Microsoft’s decided to retire and rework an AI tool that could not only recognise our facial features, but also identify our mood. Azure Face is

Ever wondered if your apps are spying on you? Now you can find out
It’s no secret that some applications are a little too interested in us and what we’re doing. We’ve all had this experience. You might be

Your business is losing hundreds of hours to spam every year
Spam emails. Everyone hates them. It’s not just the emotional pain of clearing spam from your inbox. Having to do that is a real productivity

At last! Google Chrome’s going to block disruptive notifications
When you’re browsing it can feel like you’re being bombarded with things other people want you to see. Not only do we have to click

Is your business making these cyber security mistakes?
It feels like every day we’re being warned about a new threat to our cyber security, doesn’t it? That’s for good reason. Last year, ransomware

Most ransomware victims would pay up if attacked again
Ransomware is one of the fastest growing cyber-crimes in the world. Last year, 37% of businesses were victim to an attack. In case you didn’t

3 easy upgrades to improve your video call setup
Early on in the first lockdowns in 2020, did you ever sit at your computer and think “I really like working from home”? Or were

Is this the end of passwords… forever?
No-one likes passwords. Creating them. Remembering them. Typing them in. Your whole mood can change when an application you’re using suddenly logs you out, and

Three new Teams features to look forward to
The use of Microsoft Teams has just exploded in the last few years, and it now boasts 270 million people using it every month. Of

Never use your browser’s password manager
Microsoft is always introducing new features and services to keep your people safe online, and your data secure. As a business owner or manager, you

Businesses are spending more on IT this year
As a business owner or manager, you know how important good IT is. Your business couldn’t function without it. Your IT isn’t just about computers

Is your team still working at 10pm?
If you have people working remotely in your business, you’re probably used to emails flying around at all hours of the day or night. Working

You need this feature if your browser looks like this
We all have different ways of working. Some of us prefer to have a minimal amount of things displayed on our screens. Others thrive when

Russian cyber-attack threat: How to protect your business
The ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine has led to a sharp rise in cyber-attacks. And while many of the attacks are between these two countries,

Two thirds of remote workers use a faulty device so they don’t get into trouble
A new report has discovered that 67% of remote workers are using faulty tech when they work remotely. And often that’s because they’ve accidentally damaged

Alert: A clever new type of ransomware attack
It seems like we’re talking about cyber scams a lot at the moment. And now there’s another new trick you need to be aware of.

Protect your business from these common financial phishing scams
The average office worker sends and receives around 121 emails every day. And while that sounds like a lot, you may be shocked to learn

It’s time to check your business’s defences against the threat of Russian cyber attack
While the cyber security of your business should always be a high priority, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine means that businesses may be at an increased
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