Advantech Software Pty Ltd

02/10/2020

We are moving to a new location on the 6th October 2020. You can now find us at:

433 Logan Road, Greenslopes (Stones Corner)

16/05/2017

Here is a link that provides help and assistance to get your PC updated to protect you against the Ransomware virus "WannaCry" doing the rounds. Not sure you are protected? Don't hesitate to call us.

Technical articles, content and resources for IT Professionals working in Microsoft technologies

14/05/2017

Just a reminder to make sure that Windows PCs are updated, and anti-virus is up to date also. A good time to check that backups are working as well.

20/04/2017

Thought about getting an app for your business? Did you know we can create an app for you that can do just about anything! Checkout the Advantech Software app we put together so our clients can get in touch with us quickly.

The new Advantech Software Business App Last month, we published an app for Advantech Software that is completely customisable for any business. Advantech Software Team March 23rd, 2017, 11:00 AM Using technology developed by Xamarin, Advantech Software has created a business app available on Androi...

17/04/2017

You'll never stop learning new features with Excel. Read our article about one handy feature it provides and a link to all the shortcuts and handy features within Excel.

Excel never ceases to amaze me! Every time I use it, I find out something new that I didn't know existed in Excel. Use this shortcut key to repeat an action

01/08/2016

It's been 1 year since Windows 10 was released, and officially the free upgrade offer from Windows 7/8 is now over (ended 29/7). However for those users who makes use of any of the accessibility features in Windows, the upgrade is still available with no end date (at this stage).

Accessibility features in Windows 10 include:

- Using Magnifier to see items on the screen;
- Using text or visual alternative to sounds;
- Using the On-Screen Keyboard (OSK) to type;
- Using Keyboard shortcuts;
- Hearing text read aloud with Narrator;
- Making your PC easier to use with Ease of Access Settings;
- Saving time with keyboard shortcuts;
- Use Speech Recognition to control your PC

If you use these features and would like a free upgrade to Windows 10 then here is the link.

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/accessibility/windows10upgrade?tduid=(3d0a9b914f4e1448707e8ed162c69bb7)(266696)(1503186)(skim33330X911647X1062ca2ca00e7f03b36e3e92ff78a8e9)()

Microsoft is committed to accessible technologies that empower people with disabilities to achieve more.

16/04/2015

One of the most common questions I'm asked is "What is this cloud thing?" or "How do I get the cloud?" :)

You may not know it, but you probably are already using the "Cloud" for many things. Here is the definition of "Cloud Computing":

"the practice of using a network of remote servers hosted on the Internet to store, manage, and process data, rather than a local server or a personal computer."

It's a fancy word for using an Internet provider for your data, application, website etc.

16/04/2015

Read the latest newsletter from Advantech Software. This newsletter was discussing the topic of Google making changes to their Search Engine Results Page (SERP) and specifically looking for websites that are mobile/responsive with responsive being the preference.

If your website isn't responsive, get in touch with us today. The changes take effect April 21st.

If you haven't read the news articles or seen any blog posts lately, Google is making changes in it's search engine results page (SERP) that could impact on your business.

23/12/2014

Have a very Merry Christmas and happy and safe New Year. We will be back at the office on January 5th 2015. Should you require any support during the holiday season, we are always available via email or call the office number to reach a support person.