Protect Your Business During Staff Holidays
In this next summer security article, and with the summer holiday season upon us, we take a look at the various aspects of protecting your business when your staff are on holiday, offering practical advice and solutions to help you stay secure and efficient while staff are physically away. Why Worry? Holidays are essential for […]
Why Microsoft 365 Backup is Essential
In this article, we look at why, as reliance on cloud services like Microsoft 365 grows, ensuring robust data backup has become a critical component of business security and continuity, then we look at some best practices for your 365 backups. The Misconception – Microsoft 365 Backup Myths Many businesses are surprised to learn that […]
Tech Tip – Update Your Software and Drivers
Managing privacy settings in your Microsoft 365 account can help protect your personal and business information. Properly configured privacy settings help ensure that your data is only accessible to those who are authorised and that your activities remain private. Here’s how to access and manage your privacy settings to enhance security and privacy: Access Your […]
Featured Article : Apple Avalanche!
Following Apple’s 5-day Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC24) last week at Apple Park in Cupertino, California, we take a look at the many new products announced and their key features. Showcasing New Products At Apple’s WWDC24 from June 10 to June 14, Apple showcased a variety of updates and advancements across its software platforms, including iOS, iPadOS, […]
Tech News : Apple & OpenAI Partnership : Musk Reacts
Following Apple’s recent announcement that it is partnering with OpenAI for its new AI system (which will see ChatGPT on Apple’s new phones), Elon Musk has threatened to ban Apple devices from his businesses. Apple And OpenAI Apple’s CEO, Tim Cook, announced at the company’s Worldwide Developers Conference that, as part of its new personalised […]
Tech News : NHS Cyber Attack Means Blood Donors Needed Urgently
A recent ransomware cyber-attack on a provider of lab services to the NHS led to so much disruption in several major hospitals that an urgent appeal for donations of O-type blood was issued. What Happened? On Monday 3 June, Synnovis, a provider of lab services, was the victim of a ransomware cyber-attack. The attack on […]
Security Stop Press : Airline Awareness : Fake X Accounts
Consumer association Which? has warned that scammers are posing as airline customer service representatives on social media to steal sensitive data. Which? says that scammers are crawling social media (often using bots) to find customers contacting airlines, and then contacting them or infiltrating their existing conversations with an airline via fake ‘X’ (Twitter) accounts. Which? […]
Sustainability-in-Tech : New Apps Tackle World’s Fishing Sustainability
With the world facing challenges like tackling overfishing while trying to support those in local communities who rely on fishing for a living, a South Africa-based company has developed apps to address both issues and more. What Are The Issues? Today’s ocean and coastal communities are now threatened by rising temperatures, overfishing and biodiversity loss. […]
Video Update : How to change your FB Name & User Name
This video-update explains how to change your Facebook (Meta) name and user name, which is less obvious than it sounds …
Tech Tip – Pin Websites to the Taskbar Using Microsoft Edge
Pinning frequently used websites to your taskbar using Microsoft Edge allows you to access them quickly, just like any other app, enhancing your workflow efficiency. Here’s how to do it: – Launch Microsoft Edge from the Start menu or taskbar. – Navigate to the Website you want to pin to the taskbar. – Click on […]