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Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams Release Roundup: March 2021

Microsoft Teams has quickly become the centre of many working days across the UK and the world. With this rapid boost in popularity has come an equal boost to the platform’s development, so let’s take a look at the latest updates during March 2021.

IT Support Issues

The Top 11 IT Support Issues for Small Businesses (And How to Fix Them)

No business is immune to IT support problems, but knowing how to fix the most common of them will save time and money. Here are the 11 most common IT support issues we see in the Get Support team – and how you can fix them.

Business Printers

The Business Buyer’s Guide to: Printers (Updated for 2021)

Printers are at once the most useful tools for any office, but with so much choice out there, how do you know what to invest in? Our buyer’s guide to printers will help any small business understand which printer will best fit your needs.

Microsoft

The Plain English Guide to: Microsoft LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel)

The Microsoft LTSC, or Long-Term Servicing Channel, is a little-known branch of Microsoft products which runs parallel to the business or personal versions. LTSC products are very niche, but are they right for your business?

The Future of IT Support

The Future of IT Support: What Will Next-Gen Tech Support Really Look Like?

IT support is already becoming more cloud-based and less “on-site” than ever before, but how will this trend evolve? In this article, we’ll explore what the future of IT support really looks like for UK businesses over the coming years.

Microsoft 365 on a Mobile

Office 2021 Is Coming, But How Does It Stack Up to Microsoft 365?

In an official blog post in February 2021, Microsoft finally revealed the existence of an Office 2021 standalone product. But how does this new offering stack up against the subscription-based Microsoft 365?

Small Business IT Support

IT Support Fundamentals: A DIY Guide for Small Businesses

IT support can be tough to manage all by yourself, but there are a few fundamentals you can put in place before signing up for an IT support agreement. Here’s our DIY guide to the basics for small business.

IT Support

In-House vs. Virtual: Why More Businesses Than Ever Are Outsourcing Their IT Support

With more companies running on a remote basis, it’s perhaps no surprise that virtual IT support departments are becoming more popular. But why exactly are businesses choosing the remote option over building an in-house IT department?

Boost Performance

Windows Server 2012 R2: What Does “Extended Support” Really Mean?

Originally released in 2013, Microsoft’s server operating system, Windows Server 2012 R2 technically went end-of-life in 2018, but is receiving extended support until October 2023. But what does this really mean?

Boost Performance

5 Uncommon Risk Factors Which Could Be Compromising Your Cybersecurity

Keeping your business cybersecure is more important than ever. But with remote working becoming more common and cyberattacks on the rise, are you covering all the bases? Here are 5 cyberattack risk factors you might not have considered yet.

Boost Performance

The Great British Exchange Hack: What Businesses Need to Know

Starting in January 2021, a series of cyberattacks began across the world, targeted squarely at Microsoft’s on-premises Exchange Servers. The attack has impacted around 7000 servers in the UK, but is your business impacted? Here’s everything you need to know.

Boost Performance

IT Support Essentials: 5 Tips to Boost Your PC Performance

IT support for businesses can get pretty complicated, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t a few things you can do yourself. With these 5 top tips from Get Support, we’ll help you speed up your computer and boost your productivity – no IT department required.

Latest From The Blog

Microsoft is Finally Killing the Control Panel… Or Is It?  

Microsoft is finally saying goodbye to the Control Panel in favour of the Settings app. But is there more to this story than meets the eye?

A Fond Farewell to Microsoft Publisher

After a 33-year career, Microsoft announced that Microsoft Publisher will finally reach end of life status in October 2026.

Microsoft 365 Copilot Release Roundup: June & July 2024

Discover the latest and greatest updates for Microsoft Copilot released during June and July 2024. Includes the new “Catch-up” feature, AI-powered PDFs, and more.