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Why Two or More Monitors are Better When Working
It has been possible to use more than one monitor on a desktop device since its inception. Additional monitor hardware cards and software/screen switches allowed at least two monitors per desktop unit. Laptops routinely have an additional monitor port, and software apps allow full-size monitors to be used with smartRead More
Protecting Your Business and Employees in a Remote Working World
A major effect of the pandemic has been to increase organisations’ dependence on remote access to systems and data. This could range from a full-blown e-commerce environment replacing bricks and mortar to employees working from home, or a simple opening up of corporate systems to remote access. This fundamental changeRead More
3 Tips in Planning Your IT Budget Ahead of Time
The IT function is under more pressure today than ever. The shape of business is changing, resulting in demands for new and improved IT facilities. These include support for remote working, increased information and systems security and perhaps a move to an e-commerce cloud base. Simply put, this has meantRead More
Do Password Managers Really Help Businesses?
The need for comprehensive online security for individuals and businesses has never been more necessary. The virulence and frequency of malware and network attacks have increased, and the costs of a security breach have increased dramatically. In some business sectors, online security is a major component of compliance requirements. TheRead More
7 Reasons Why You Should Outsource Your IT Support
The last few years have seen increasing pressure on businesses. The effects of lockdowns have caused significant income reductions, in some cases leading to company closures. Corporate development plans have morphed into corporate survival plans. IT Support has not been spared and must support the new business environment. TheyRead More
How To Protect Your IT Infrastructure in the Event of Unexpected Downtime
Today, businesses are reliant on having their IT systems up and running as close to 100% of the time as possible. For some businesses, especially online retail businesses, losing customer access to IT systems can be fatal. Ensuring that IT systems are always available, or at least, have known downtimesRead More
How to be Proactive with the Security of your Business
Many commentators, including the FBI, have noted that the frequency and virulence of malware and other bad actor attacks have increased over the last two years. Ransomware has become a major threat. IT Security, both for home and business networks, has become a major part of any IT Strategy. ItRead More
4 Best Practices in Managing Team Collaboration Apps
The move to remote working and working from home recently has thrown the use of Cloud Solutions into sharp focus. One consequence has been the loss of the collaborative opportunities offered by office-based work. In turn, this has meant increasing the use of Cloud-based collaborative solutions such as Microsoft TeamsRead More
3 Ways AI Can Boost a Modern-day Business
Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) has received a lot of media attention. The popular view comes from films like “Terminator” and “I Robot”, but the reality is that it has wormed its way into business to become an integral part of our everyday lives. What is Artificial Intelligence and how can itRead More
The Hidden Costs of Working From Home
Working from home (“WFH”) has become a standard part of the workplace environment over the last two years or so. While there are advantages to the organisation and individuals, there are direct and hidden costs associated with it, costs which a business needs to be aware of. One such isRead More