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Windows 11 Feature Focus: The Microsoft Office Visual Refresh

Microsoft Office is one of the staples of the Windows experience, and Windows 11 will be no exception – but it’s getting a new lick of paint. Here’s what you need to know about the visual refresh of the Microsoft Office apps to be launched alongside Windows 11.

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7 Mistakes Small Businesses Make When Switching IT Support Provider

Making a move from one IT support provider to another might sound daunting, and – let’s be honest – it is. But you can reduce the headaches of making the switch by avoiding these 7 common mistakes.

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Managed Service Providers vs. Break-Fix: Which Is Right for Your Business?

Troubleshooting IT support issues is never easy, but it gets tougher when you’re forced to choose between a Managed Service Provider (MSP) and a short-term break-fix provider. Our guide will help bring clarity to this big decision for businesses.

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Windows 11 Feature Focus: Android App Support

In June 2021, Microsoft announced its latest instalment to the Windows family with the all-new Windows 11. But did you know the new OS can now run Android apps right within the user interface with no additional steps? Here’s what you need to know.

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Collaborative Apps: How Microsoft is Defining the Future of Hybrid Work

With 145 million daily users, Microsoft Teams is already one of the most popular digital collaboration platforms – and Microsoft is about to take this to the next level. Here’s how ‘Collaborative Apps’ will help developers amplify their projects with Microsoft Teams.

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7 Signs Your Business is Ready for a Managed IT Support Provider

Running a business often means there’s no time to stop and assess what help you really need. If you’re not sure whether your company could do with some external IT support, here are 7 signs that could just clue you in.

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Windows 11 is Coming. Here’s What Businesses Need to Know.

Rumoured for years but not confirmed until June 24th 2021, Microsoft has finally pulled back the curtain on Windows 11. But what does it bring to the table, especially for small businesses? Here’s everything you need to know.

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The Plain English Guide to: Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency, often shortened to “crypto”, is a relatively new asset class based on a digital framework known as the blockchain. Here’s everything you need to know about crypto in 2021… and beyond.

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The Essential Guide to IT Support Scams (And How to Avoid Them)

IT support scams are as old as the internet, but that doesn’t mean they’ve gone away. In this essential guide, we’ll explain what modern tech support scams look like – and what businesses can do to avoid falling victim to them.

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Inside 365 Business Premium: The Features You Might Not Know

In the final edition of our Inside 365 Business Premium series, we’ll take a closer look at some of the lesser-known features of this 365 subscription. We’ll cover Windows Virtual Desktop, Microsoft 365 Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and more.

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8 IT Support Myths You (Might) Still Believe Are True

Despite the world being more connected than ever before, there are still plenty of IT support myths out there that simply aren’t true. Here we debunk 8 of the most common myths about IT in the workplace and at home.

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Attack of the Acronym: SaaS vs. PaaS vs. IaaS vs. DaaS

SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, and DaaS are all different forms of cloud-based service open to businesses today. If you’re looking to take your business into the cloud, you’ll need to pick one – but what do they mean, and which is right for you?

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