Nik Rawlinson
How to virtualise Windows 7 inside Windows 10

Microsoft Windows
How to virtualise Windows 7 inside Windows 10
It isn’t safe to run a Windows 7 PC connected to the internet, but if you don’t want to lose access to your apps and setup this is a cunning workaroun…
16 Dec 2022
The ultimate guide to deleting yourself from social media

social media
The ultimate guide to deleting yourself from social media
Worried about oversharing – or just want to kick the social media habit? We’ve outlined concrete steps you can take to delete your identity from the m…
25 Oct 2022
How CRM can help your business

customer relationship management (CRM)
How CRM can help your business
Are you still keeping customer details in a simple database or spreadsheet? There are several benefits of adopting an integrated CRM system
15 Sep 2022
Switch from Zoom: How to run your own videoconferencing platform

video conferencing
Switch from Zoom: How to run your own videoconferencing platform
Online meetings are here to stay, but the easiest solution isn’t necessarily the best
1 Nov 2021
Are you over-sharing online?

social media
Are you over-sharing online?
You’re almost certainly leaking more information online than you realise. We explore the steps you can take to downsize your online footprint
1 Sep 2021
Inform and enhance your business with open data

data processing
Inform and enhance your business with open data
There’s a vast, growing body of online information that could transform your business – for free
25 Aug 2021
How to build a VoIP system on a budget

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
How to build a VoIP system on a budget
Small businesses are often wary of investing in big infrastructure projects, but switching to VoIP can be affordable and easy
6 May 2021
Build a greenhouse monitor with a Raspberry Pi

Internet of Things (IoT)
Build a greenhouse monitor with a Raspberry Pi
How do you improve a Raspberry Pi? By adding real-world sensors – here's how to get started with the Sense Hat
4 Dec 2020
Ten free ways to speed up Windows 10

Microsoft Windows
Ten free ways to speed up Windows 10
Not ready to shell out for a new SSD? Here are some free tips you can try to speed up Windows 10
26 Oct 2020
How do I best support my remote workers?

agile working
How do I best support my remote workers?
We speak to the companies that help to make remote working a reality
16 Sep 2020
Switch to Linux with these top distros

Linux
Switch to Linux with these top distros
Windows 7 is dead; it might be time consider switching to a stable, secure and fast alternative
15 Sep 2020
Make Linux look like Windows 7

Microsoft Windows
Make Linux look like Windows 7
If you can't quite bear to let Microsoft's recently retired operating system go, Ubuntu Linux can be fashioned into a suitable substitute
10 Sep 2020
Host your own cloud

private cloud
Host your own cloud
Want to store and sync your own files for free, with no storage limits? Why not turn a Raspberry Pi or Windows PC into a personal cloud?
17 Aug 2020
Turn your Raspberry Pi into an aircraft tracker

Mobile
Turn your Raspberry Pi into an aircraft tracker
Ever wondered what’s flying overhead? Here’s how to turn the tiny Raspberry Pi into a fully fledged sky-scanner
13 Jun 2020
What should I be looking for when hiring a developer?

Careers & training
What should I be looking for when hiring a developer?
A CTO and a recruitment expert give us their tips for successful recruitment
27 Apr 2020
Meet the new Windows PowerToys 

operating systems
Meet the new Windows PowerToys
Originally an add-on for Windows 95, PowerToys are back for Windows 10. Here’s how you can use them to tweak Windows to suit your preferences and work…
15 Apr 2020
Your data backup could be a disaster waiting to happen

cloud backup
Your data backup could be a disaster waiting to happen
You may think your files are protected - but could you be in for a nasty surprise when disaster strikes?
20 Feb 2020
How do I keep my team’s skills current?

Careers & training
How do I keep my team’s skills current?
Employers have a responsibility to keep their staff’s skills up to date and as training becomes more engaging, it’s easier to do so than ever
17 Feb 2020
Telepresence for small businesses on a budget

collaboration
Telepresence for small businesses on a budget
New communications models are revolutionising business. Here's how you can reap the benefits without a huge upfront investment
10 Feb 2020
How to bag a refurbished bargain

Hardware
How to bag a refurbished bargain
Don’t want to take your chances with second hand gear? Here's an alternative that’s second to none
4 Feb 2020
How to manage a departing employee’s access to IT

identity and access management (IAM)
How to manage a departing employee’s access to IT
We talk to experts in access rights, data removal and human resources to navigate this most tricky of passages
30 Dec 2019
Should you recruit externally when introducing new tech?

Careers & training
Should you recruit externally when introducing new tech?
Retrain your current staff or hire fresh talent? Making the wrong decision could be an expensive mistake
2 Nov 2019
Do you need to employ a data protection officer?

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Do you need to employ a data protection officer?
The rules surrounding data protection are changing, and so is the requirement to identify a responsible member of staff
21 Oct 2019
How businesses can get the most out of a desktop scanner

Hardware
How businesses can get the most out of a desktop scanner
It’s one thing to buy a desktop scanner for your office; quite another to use it productively. We discover the routes to scanning success
28 Sep 2019
How unified communications could energise your business

unified communications (UC)
How unified communications could energise your business
Unified communications used to be a buzzword reserved for enterprises and huge budgets – but not anymore
21 Sep 2019
Security vulnerabilities vs security threats

vulnerability
Security vulnerabilities vs security threats
How you can protect your business against these dual concerns
17 Aug 2019
Should I settle on a company-wide browser configuration?

Software
Should I settle on a company-wide browser configuration?
Are there enough pros for standardising on a single browser to outweigh the cons?
10 Jul 2019
How to give your business a voice

Business operations
How to give your business a voice
Alexa and her friends aren’t just for music and home automation. Find out how voice assistants can benefit your business
1 Jul 2019
How to get more out of Google Drive

collaboration
How to get more out of Google Drive
Tips for using Google's productivity suite, including Docs, Sheets and Drive
16 Apr 2019
Install Windows 10 IoT Core on Raspberry Pi

Internet of Things (IoT)
Install Windows 10 IoT Core on Raspberry Pi
How the tiny Pi can run a stripped-down developer edition of the world's biggest operating system
8 Mar 2019
Why are businesses so reluctant to take out cyber insurance?

cyber security
Why are businesses so reluctant to take out cyber insurance?
Businesses buy fire, theft and property insurance, so why the reluctance to protect against hacks?
25 Feb 2019
What can an ethical hacker do for my business?

hacking
What can an ethical hacker do for my business?
'Ethical' and 'hacking' aren't usual bedfellows, but when paired they can be excellent penetration testers
18 Jan 2019
Does tape still have a place in my backup strategy?

backup
Does tape still have a place in my backup strategy?
Tape drives may not have sex appeal but they're still highly attractive to IT managers
20 Dec 2018
Alternatives to using VPNs to connect your remote workers

virtual private network (VPN)
Alternatives to using VPNs to connect your remote workers
A virtual private network is usually the go-to solution when it comes to remote connections, but other options may be more suitable
2 Oct 2018
Should I be buying refurbished IT kit?

Hardware
Should I be buying refurbished IT kit?
We speak to those in the know to find out why buying 'secondhand' kit isn't as big a risk as it may seem
17 Aug 2018
Should I let my staff choose their own kit and, if so, how?

BYOD
Should I let my staff choose their own kit and, if so, how?
By allowing your employees to specify which devices they use at work, you could end up saving money
16 Jul 2018