Monthly Archives: August 2022

Is your browser hosting malware?

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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 majority of them do what they’re supposed to, some are not designed to help you at all…

If you’re unfortunate enough to download a malicious browser extension without realising, …


Tech Update: Are you using a malicious browser extension?

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Millions of people have downloaded a malicious browser extension containing adware or malware – and have no idea. We explore the productivity and security risks, and how to protect your business.

Browser extensions can really help improve our productivity.

They let you customise your browser to make it a more personalised experience.

But there’s a …


How to get the perfect video call setup, whatever your budget

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We all want to look and sound our best, especially in a meeting.  But what about remote meetings? Is you video call setup letting you down?

If so you’ll want some quick and easy ways to upgrade your video call setup. Our new video shows you what to focus on.

Video calling is here to …


So just what are passkeys?

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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 out Passkeys in the next few months in iOS 16. And we’re excited.

Though it’s caused a bit of confusion. Apple is going to great lengths to market the …


Tech Update: Passkeys could improve the way you work, forever

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Everyone hates passwords. And they could soon be a thing of the past. Passkeys are set to take over, and Apple’s the first company to roll them out this autumn. Here’s what Passkeys are and how they work.

EVERYONE hates passwords. They hate coming up with them, remembering them, and the annoying process of resetting …


Study shows working from home does not lead to low productivity

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A new study has revealed there’s no overall drop in productivity when staff are working from home rather than the workplace.

And it’s led to a challenge for many bosses: Let your team choose where they want to work to improve retention and overall happiness.

“Hybrid working has gone from being a privilege a few …


Windows 10 is getting a very useful Windows 11 feature

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There’s no denying the Windows 11 has a lot of really cool new features.

If you haven’t made the move from Windows 10 yet, you’re missing out.

But there’s good news. To make the (eventual) move from Windows 10 to 11 a little easier, Microsoft is sharing a couple of 11’s most useful features.

The …


Tech Update: Windows 11 features come to Windows 10

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Still using Windows 10? Good news – it’s getting a couple of the most useful features from Windows 11. They’ll help you save time, increase privacy, and… stop paper waste! Here’s what you need to know.

There are lots of great new features in Windows 11. And now some of them are making their way …


Ever been on a video call, and the other person looks and sounds AWFUL

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Ever been on a video call, and the other person looks and sounds AWFUL?

Perhaps they’re staring down at a laptop webcam (never a great angle). And they’re badly lit so look like a criminal. And have a cheap microphone which makes them sound like they’re on a bad phone call?

Video calls are here …


Don’t take urgent action – it could be a phishing attack

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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 year. And with just under a third of phishing emails being opened, the chances that someone in your business will be fooled are high.

But to make matters more difficult, …


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