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Microsoft Windows 11

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.

Cryptocurrency

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.

IT Support Scams

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.

Feature Discovery Microsoft 365 Premium

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.

IT Support

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.

Acronym

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?

Teams

Microsoft Teams Release Roundup: April / May 2021

In our regular Microsoft Teams Release Roundup, we take a closer look at the latest at greatest updates for the web and desktop Teams platform. Here#s the release summary for April and May 2021.

Cloud Storage

The Business Buyer’s Guide to: Cloud Storage

With a more digital-first business world all around us, there’s a growing need for storing our files safely and securely. But you also need convenience and easy access – and that’s where cloud storage steps in. Here’s what you need to know.

IT Security

6 IT Security Quick-Wins Your Business Can Implement Today

Most businesses understand the importance of solid IT support and cybersecurity measures, but it’s not always a quick process to establish. In the meantime, there are plenty of ways to secure your company’s approach to IT – and here are 6 of the best.

IT Support Statistics

8 IT Support Statistics All UK Businesses Should Know

When it comes to numbers, few areas of business are more driven by statistics than IT. Whether it’s about IT support spend, adoption of digital solutions, or anything else, we’ve compiled 8 fascinating IT statistics all UK businesses should know.

Photo of a datacentre

Inside 365 Business Premium: Azure Information Protection Plan 1

In this edition of our Inside 365 Business Premium series, we’ll take a deep-dive into Azure Information Protection Plan 1 and explain how you can protect your company’s files and data more comprehensively than ever.

Simplify IT

The Ultimate IT Support Glossary for Small Businesses

IT support can be bit of a confusing topic, especially if you’re not familiar with some of the technical terms that are thrown around. If you don’t know your BYOD from your MSP, our ultimate IT support glossary is here to help.

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