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As Microsoft prepares to retire both Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 on 14th January 2020, we take a look at what this means for businesses. Why are Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 retiring? From Tuesday 14th January 2020, Microsoft will no longer provide support for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008. Microsoft’s popularRead more

We’ve heard of ‘the cloud’ in tech terms, it’s been a bit of a buzz phrase for quite a while. But what is it exactly, what is it used for and how can it benefit your business? What is the cloud exactly? Ask Google ‘what is the cloud?’ and you will find a range ofRead more

How does outsourced IT Support work?   Organisations will partner with an IT specialist MSP (Managed Service Provider), who will offer a subscription plan that includes service level agreements. Put simply, your MSP would become your IT department, proactively managing updates and resolving IT issues. What should business owners ask themselves?   Am I experiencingRead more

According to the Association of British Insurers, 80% of businesses that suffer a major incident fail within 18 months. However, being prepared in case of emergency with a Business Continuity / Disaster Recovery plan makes sure your organisation is primed to continue core business activities as quickly as possible and avoid potentially disastrous downtime. ConsiderRead more

IT maintenance may not be your primary focus when running a business, however to achieve your goals it can be shrewd to consider how to avoid the disruption caused by IT problems before they strike.   1.  Data Disasters We have all accidentally deleted a file at some point, it’s frustrating to say the least.Read more