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06/07/2022

Multitasking. Some of us are great at it, others less so.
For computers and mobile devices, multitasking can also become an issue over time.

In both cases, biological and mechanical, memory is required. And in both cases, as most of us are well aware, problems with memory can cause issues.

29/06/2022

Upgrades needn’t cost the earth (either literally or figuratively).
Upgrading an existing piece of hardware rather than buying a whole new machine also saves a lot of waste from landfill, meaning it’s better for the planet.

One of the most cost-effective ways to improve performance on an older machine is to add an SSD.

  Upgrades needn’t cost the earth (either literally or figuratively). Upgrading an existing piece of hardware rather than buying a whole new machine al

22/06/2022

Lots of us love getting a new device and seeing what it can do.
Many people also dislike the process of setting up a new device so that it’s just how they want it.

Whatever your preference, it can be friendlier on your wallet - and on the environment - to refresh and maintain your current devices rather than purchase brand new ones.

    Lots of us love getting a new device and seeing what it can do. Many people also dislike the process of setting up a new device so that it’

15/06/2022

Most of us will be aware that the cost of living has gone up dramatically over the past couple of years, and over the past few months especially.
With some businesses still recovering from the knock-on effects of the pandemic, budgets are often tight, and replacing older technology with newer, faster devices might not always be an option.

  Most of us will be aware that the cost of living has gone up dramatically over the past couple of years, and over the past few months especially. With

08/06/2022

Some devices can cost a lot to repair or replace, and data can be lost due to irreparable damage.
We’re here to offer a few more tips to help keep your devices and their data safe this summer.




High Humidity Damage
Water often comes hand in hand with heat, and when combined with heat can spell disaster for electronics. Even if your device is not exposed directly to water (i.e,

Some devices can cost a lot to repair or replace, and data can be lost due to irreparable damage. We’re here to offer a few more tips to help keep your devic

01/06/2022

Summer in the UK is getting slowly warmer on average, as the earth does.
However rugged your devices might seem, it’s usually wise to take steps to protect them against heat damage.

This is particularly relevant in the summer when the ambient temperature is potentially much higher, especially during heatwaves.

  Summer in the UK is getting slowly warmer on average, as the earth does. However rugged your devices might seem, it’s usually wise to take steps to p

25/05/2022

Here in the UK, longer days are here, and outdoor temperatures are slowly but steadily rising.
Whether you’re a fan of the warmer months or not, your tech probably isn’t.

Over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be looking at some of the problems that can arise from gadgets overheating, what situations which may make them overheat, and steps you can take to prevent it.

  Here in the UK, longer days are here, and outdoor temperatures are slowly but steadily rising. Whether you’re a fan of the warmer months or not, your

18/05/2022

For many of us, the internet is now one of main news sources in our daily lives.


Similar to the old saying that “just because it’s in print, doesn’t mean it’s true”, the same goes for anything you read online. In fact, it’s even easier now than ever for an individual or an organisation to create or spread fraudulent, misleading, or exaggerated news.

  For many of us, the internet is now one of main news sources in our daily lives.   Similar to the old saying that “just because it’s in pri

09/02/2022

It’s nearly always a relief when a software developer adds in a feature or two that will help with the inevitable multitasking that comes with working or studying on a desktop or laptop.


Switching from app to app (and picking thecorrect one) can cost valuable time and focus; every time it happens, the brain has to readjust to a different user interface and a different positioning of

    It’s nearly always a relief when a software developer adds in a feature or two that will help with the inevitable multitasking that comes with working or studying on a desktop or laptop.   Switching from app to app (and picking the correct one) can cost valuable time and focus; every time i...

02/02/2022

Microsoft has partially integrated Teams directly into Windows 11 – but it might not be what you’re expecting. We’ve taken a look to find out what it can – and can’t - do.


Considering the global events of the past three years, and our increased reliance on the internet and technology in general to stay connected with the important people in our lives, it should really come as no surprise that

Microsoft has partially integrated Teams directly into Windows 11 – but it might not be what you’re expecting. We’ve taken a look to find out what it can

26/01/2022

The Start Menu is another aspect of Windows that’s changed and evolved in Windows 11 – and one of the most obvious for users.
When Microsoft makes changes to its design language, these changes affect much of the operating system, and many of its apps, like those in Office.

19/01/2022

Windows 11 brings quite a few new or refreshed features to its users – the most obvious of these being the redesigned start menu and taskbar.


If you’re used to the taskbar and start menu of Windows 10, though, there may be quite a few changes for you to get used to, depending on how you like you them configured.