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What is Server Management & How Does It Help?

Gavin Critchley — Thu, 19 Jul 2018 01:27:27 +0000

Server management is a task undertaken by a information technology specialist to help businesses get the most from today’s fast-paced world of technology. Businesses not only need stability from servers and software applications but also scalable solutions to meet their ever-growing needs. The problem commonly arises when there’s a lack of qualified server administrators to … Continue reading What is Server Management & How Does It Help? →

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IMAP or POP email. Which one do I need?

Gavin Critchley — Mon, 07 May 2018 22:42:26 +0000

If you use more than one device to access email and you are still using POP email, then maybe it’s time to change to IMAP. This post will help you make the right decision for your needs when choosing IMAP or POP email for your business. In the beginning… The email revolution came along for … Continue reading IMAP or POP email. Which one do I need? →

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Does My Computer Have A Virus? 4 Computer Malware Symptoms

Gavin Critchley — Tue, 03 Apr 2018 07:51:58 +0000

Think your computer has a virus or malware? Lets start by answering the question – what is malware? The ‘mal’ in ‘malware’ means ‘malicious’ – but it’s even worse than that. By malicious, we’re talking about computer programs like viruses, spyware, trojans, worms and everything else that infiltrates our systems without our consent and causes … Continue reading Does My Computer Have A Virus? 4 Computer Malware Symptoms →

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VPN and the new metadata laws

Gavin Critchley — Mon, 01 May 2017 00:01:19 +0000

Now ISPs are required by law to track, record and retain your metadata for 2 years, do you give up your privacy, or install a legal VPN? The big news recently is that Australians are now subjected to Orwellian anti-privacy laws that force ISPs to keep your metadata for up to 2 years. This in … Continue reading VPN and the new metadata laws →

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4 Easy Ways to Avoid Computer Problems

Gavin Critchley — Sat, 25 Feb 2017 04:00:59 +0000

If someone was asked to name the greatest invention of all time, the answer ‘Computer’ would not be scoffed at. That’s because computers have done nothing less than transform our lives. Having once needed a huge warehouse to house what we would now consider a basic computer, modern computers have changed everything: education, health, security, … Continue reading 4 Easy Ways to Avoid Computer Problems →

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5 Security Tips For Your Computer

Gavin Critchley — Wed, 14 Dec 2016 12:05:41 +0000

Computers and smart devices have become such an integral part of our every day lives. It’s often easy to forget that with the convenience they offer, comes the threat of hackers and other nasties. A compromised device can lead to loss of data, finance and even identity theft. With that in mind, there are a … Continue reading 5 Security Tips For Your Computer →

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Multiple login credentials & the Password Manager

Gavin Critchley — Wed, 07 Dec 2016 23:49:45 +0000

Multiple logins are hard enough to remember. To prevent password reuse, you are going to need the help of a password manager The growing list of passwords How many logins to online platforms are you currently juggling? Over 20 and there is a fair chance you would have started to reuse the same one. This … Continue reading Multiple login credentials & the Password Manager →

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Let’s talk about voice activation

Gavin Critchley — Wed, 12 Oct 2016 06:07:02 +0000

Voice activation is firmly embedded in your phone, and now it’s moving into your home. Are you ready to live together? The players to date For Android, users have been saying “OK, Google”. For Apple, users have been interacting with Siri as their voice companion. Voice activation has been around for a while now. Since Windows 10, … Continue reading Let’s talk about voice activation →

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TV on demand – Wading into the video stream

Gavin Critchley — Thu, 29 Sep 2016 22:04:21 +0000

Free-to-air TV is so 80’s. On demand video streaming isn’t the future, it’s now. Content providers are already hosting some great shows. Are you up to date with today’s watching habits? Consumer demand Try telling a child that the show they want to watch on TV isn’t on today, or starts in a few hours. The … Continue reading TV on demand – Wading into the video stream →

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Don’t Believe It! Busting Myths About Computer Repair

Gavin Critchley — Thu, 22 Sep 2016 11:21:04 +0000

There are certain myths that circulate about computer repair that, once told often enough, people start to believe. Unfortunately, much of this information isn’t true – they’re simply computer repair myths, and if you fall for them you could end up going in circles without fixing the real issue. Or worse, cause damage to your computer. … Continue reading Don’t Believe It! Busting Myths About Computer Repair →

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