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When was the last time you opened Notepad and thought, “I wish I could make this text bold or add a heading”? Probably never, right? But Microsoft is quietly giving Notepad a little upgrade that could make a surprising difference. Especially for those of us who use it to jot down quick notes, meeting minutes, […]

Ever tried to follow a show where the main villain had four different names? Impossible, right? But that’s exactly what it’s like in the world of cyber security right now. One hacking group can be tracked under completely different names, depending on who’s writing about them. Whether it’s Microsoft, Google, CrowdStrike, or another security firm. […]

 What would happen to your business if one of your key tools suddenly stopped being safe to use? That’s the situation many businesses are heading for right now. With Windows 10. Because time is running out. Fast. Microsoft has confirmed that free support for Windows 10 ends on 14th October when it reaches end […]

Have you ever found yourself staring at a blank PowerPoint slide? Trying to figure out how to turn a pile of notes into something that looks half decent? Maybe you’ve got a well-written Word document but no idea how to turn it into a presentation that’s clear, professional, and visually engaging? It can take hours […]

Ever get a creepy feeling while you’re working in a coffee shop or on the train? Like someone’s looking over your shoulder at what’s on your screen? It’s a real privacy concern. Especially when you’re dealing with sensitive emails or confidential documents. Or even when you simply prefer to keep your screen to yourself. Well, […]

Have you ever wondered what the workplace of the near future looks like? Surprise. It’s already here. And it’s powered by Generative AI. You’ve probably heard the term thrown around. It’s not just tech jargon or a passing trend. Generative AI is the kind of artificial intelligence that doesn’t simply analyse data, it creates things. […]

When you get an email from Microsoft, you probably don’t think twice about opening it. Right? After all, it’s Microsoft. One of the biggest, most trusted tech companies in the world. But what if that email isn’t from Microsoft at all? Cyber criminals love using trusted brands to trick people. And right now, Microsoft is […]

What would you do if you arrived at work tomorrow and all your files were gone? Not just missing. But locked up. Encrypted. Held for ransom by criminals demanding a massive payout just to get them back. Maybe. That’s the reality of ransomware. And it’s getting worse. In the first quarter of 2025, ransomware attacks […]

Be honest. Do you still have at least one password that looks like “12345” or “password123”? If so, you’re not alone. But that doesn’t mean it’s OK. Despite years of warnings from IT experts (people like me), weak passwords are still everywhere. And that’s a real problem. Because they’re one of the easiest ways for […]

Have you ever stopped to think how much fraud could be costing your business? It’s easy to consider fraud as a problem for big companies. The kind with thousands of employees and dedicated security teams. But that’s a dangerous assumption. Fraud is a growing threat to companies of every size. And small to medium sized […]

Have you ever felt like just when you’ve nailed your cyber security – BAM! – something new comes along to throw a spanner in the works? That’s exactly what’s happening right now. There’s a new scam doing the rounds. And it’s catching out businesses just like yours. The worst part? Cyber criminals don’t even need […]

How many times have you tried searching for a file, only to forget what you called it? You know it’s there. You remember writing it, maybe even roughly when. But Windows search just stares blankly back at you. Or worse, throws up ten random web results and a document from 2019 that has nothing to […]