Most home and small businesses do not use a proxy server to access the internet, so if your computer keeps asking for one, here’s how to disable it. Open the Control Panel In Windows 10, you may need to go to Cortana on the task bar and type in Control […]
High speed broadband has finally come to Newent, so we’re here to decipher the jargon from the internet providers, and help you tell your ADSL from your Cable from your Fibre. These are all terms for different types of broadband: ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) is the type of broadband most of […]
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter – social media isn’t just for tech-savvy teenagers, but can be useful in the business world too. It’s not just for sharing selfies and pictures of your dinner, but can help you connect with your customers in a way that wasn’t possible before. If you’re a creative business, Instagram […]
When I moved to Newent, I looked into the availability of high speed fibre optic broadband. A year later, we’re still waiting for it – so what can you do in the mean time to boost your internet speeds? 1. Use your mobile This might have seemed like silly advice […]
Yes, you did read that correctly! Normally IT pros are talking about how to protect your computer from some of the nasty or annoying things that can come from websites, but this time I want to tell you how to protect your website. Put simply, a website is a collection […]
Some lucky children might unwrap a tablet computer on Christmas morning. Although there are toy-style tablets made specifically for children, by Leap, V-Tech and other toy makers, many children will be using one of the more grown up devices such as iPads, Samsung Tabs etc – or they might frequently be pinching Mum […]
Between days at work and the crowds on the high street, it’s often more convenient to do your Christmas shopping online. We’ve put together a few tips to keep you safe while doing so – giving you more time to put up the tree or indulge in a festive mince pie! Before […]
I keep hearing of “the Cloud” – what is it and do I need it for my business? “Cloud” computing is a new technology buzzword, but what is it? In a nutshell, it is anything that involves delivering services over the internet. Just like the computer on your desk can run software and […]
