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New member of staff… new security risk?
New employees are a prime target for cybercriminals. They don’t know the ropes yet, and the chances of them becoming a victim are high. Here’s what smart businesses are doing about this problem…

Free support for Windows 10 ends in TWO WEEKS
In just over two weeks, Microsoft ends free support for Windows 10 as it reaches end of life. If your business is still using it, this is going to affect you. Here’s what you need to know…

Warning: That antivirus website could be a fake
Scammers have been creating replica antivirus downloads that steal your data instead of protecting it. Here’s what you need to watch out for…

Exciting new formatting tools for Notepad
There’s a quiet update on the way for Notepad that might make a big difference to how you take notes, prep for meetings, or share quick updates with your team. Simple, fast, and now, just a bit smarter…

Tech Tip of the Month
Welcome to our Tech Tip of the Month! Each month, we bring you a handy tech tip to boost your productivity and streamline your workflow. Why You Should Be Using a Password Manager

Microsoft plans a naming system for hackers
Hacking groups are given different names by different security companies. And that means you don’t know who’s really behind an attack so can’t react as quickly as you’d like. That’s about to change, thanks to Microsoft…

Still using Windows 10? You must act NOW
Windows 10 reaches its end of life NEXT MONTH. If your business still isn’t prepared, you must start planning. Now. Here’s what you need to consider…

Securing Your Supply Chain: Practical Cybersecurity Steps for Small Businesses
Picture this: your business’s front door is locked tight, alarm systems are humming, and firewalls are up, but someone sneaks in through the back door, via a trusted vendor. Sound like a nightmare?

Save Time and Money by Automating Workflows with Power Automate
Let’s be honest, operating a small or medium-sized business requires wearing multiple hats. From chasing approvals to manually updating spreadsheets, it’s easy for your team to get stuck doing time-consuming tasks that drag

Say goodbye to hours wasted on PowerPoint slides
PowerPoint presentations still hold a firm place in many business meetings. But, let’s be honest, they’re a real pain to create. If you regularly use PowerPoint, Microsoft’s got a solution you’ll love…

From Offer Letter to First Login: How IT Makes New Hire Setup Easy
There’s nothing worse than walking into a new job and spending your first day filling out forms, asking where the bathroom is, and staring at a screen that still doesn’t have your login

Windows 11 will warn you if someone’s snooping
You know that feeling that someone’s looking over your shoulder?
When you’re working, it’s not just creepy, it’s a security issue. But Microsoft’s working on a very cool feature in Windows 11 that will stop people snooping at your work. Here’s what we know so far…
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