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Windows 7 - Time's Up!

Windows 7 & Server 2008 Reach End of Life

On Tuesday 14th January 2020, Microsoft ended support for Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 and Server 2008 R2.

If you’re still using any of these versions of Microsoft Windows you need to read this article.

My Password - keep it safe!

Security: User Education and Awareness

In this article, we’re going to cover a few vital tips on how to educate users to keep your IT systems safe the best part: it doesn’t cost a penny.

There’s plenty of thought-provoking information, and we’ve also included an informative, government-backed, video from The Centre of National Infrastructure Protection at the bottom.

Launching new website

Website Update!

It’s been a while since we took care of our own website. Today, we launched our upgraded site with a fresh, clean look and more information about our services. The last website has served us well. Over the last 4 years, a lot has changed within the business. Our team has grown while remaining friendly […]

Ransomware Atack

Cyber Security, Ransomware and Windows Update

This blog posting is in response to the cyber-attack that hit the news headlines on Friday, 12th May 2017 when a number of NHS trusts were forced to shut down their IT. The attack involved a piece of software called WannaCrypt, classified as Ransomware, spreading its self around vulnerable machines and then encrypting all the […]

Windows 10 Upgrade

Should you upgrade to Windows 10?

We think Windows 10 is fantastic, it’s a much better experience than Windows 8 on desktops, laptops and 2-in-1’s & tablets. As good as it is there are some drawbacks as well as many advantages which we think you should know about before making the decision to upgrade, all of which we can assist with. […]

Ask Get Support IT Services

Ask Get Support IT Services

We’ve just launched our Ask Get Support IT Services radio adverts which can be heard on JACK fm & JACK 2 across Oxfordshire, most of London & Surrey. If you have a question you’d like to put to our founder James Craddock, please fill in the form on the bottom of this page or visit […]

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