What’s Spyware?

You have probably never heard of advertising supported software, but luckily for you, your IT support unit probably has. One of the best ways to explain this is by its more commonly used name, spyware. But where did the term come from?

As we all know, one of the most expensive things about running a computer is the software. When you buy a computer it comes with its own operating software and maybe some other preinstalled items which you can use to make the computing experience more enjoyable. But when you want to use specific applications like word processors or spreadsheets, you normally have to purchase them from companies like Microsoft. But there is a myriad of other applications that users need from time to time and rather than pay for expensive, especially written pieces of software, many users found it easier to use free programs which could be sourced right across the Internet.
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Top 3 Anti-Virus Protection Solution For Your Business

Every computer user is aware of the constant threat of infection from rampant viruses which are transmitted daily via e-mail and attack sites on the Internet. In business, the threat is even more dangerous given the reliability some businesses have on generating income from their online presence.

One of the major tasks of an IT support unit is to protect the network from attacks and to prevent infections from Trojans, worms and viruses that regularly appear almost every day.
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4 Reasons Why You Should Have Your Network Audited Right Now

Creating a successful and effective network audit policy can be one of the more difficult tasks facing any business. This is a time when your IT support team really comes into its own by assisting you devise an easy to implement plan that keeps your network in tiptop shape.

Even the word ‘audit’ is enough to make any business owner’s face turned pale. After all, it is easy to associate it with a visit from the tax office which is enough to make any heart skip a beat, but the fact is a network audit does not need to be as feared as the term makes it appear.
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What Are The First Signs Your Business Need an Infrastructure Upgrade

As your business grows, so does your need for professional support services. Your accountant will be the first person to tell you this and will be quick to recommend regular business reviews. Unless you have the proper business management systems in place, things can soon spin out of control and your business could be in real danger.

When it comes to computers, there are some tell-tale signs that it might be time to call in some professional IT support. Maintaining control of your business as it grows not only gives you the capacity to react to increasing demands, but also helps you plan to the future with more confidence.
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What’s the Best Spam Solution For Your Business

Spam is one of the greatest bugbears that business owners have to endure. It seems that almost every day your name has been added to another list and you are continually bombarded with hundreds of e-mail messages a day trying to entice you in one way or another. In fact, nearly 50% of the world’s e-mail is spam.

Many Internet service providers offer free spam filters as part of their service but these can be as much of a problem as they are a solution because you do not have control over which addresses are blocked.
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How to Choose a Financial Planning Software

Financial planning software is available in a range of options and complexities that can prove daunting for the first time buyer. Although your IT support team is able to assist in setting up the software that choice will still be yours when it comes to deciding the features and benefits that will suit your circumstances best.

Some software will only offer rudimentary capacity to track expenses and income, whereas more sophisticated software will give you the option of tracking your investments and measuring the performance of your portfolio.
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How to Buy Network Attached Storage (NAS)

You are probably already aware that most medium to large sized businesses run their internal systems with the assistance of server technology. A server is basically a central storage point for all documents that can be shared throughout an organisation. This means that even if you have to change computers all your documents will be stored in one safe location. The contents of the server are generally under the protection of managed IT services to ensure safe storage.

Servers are generally backed up regularly during the day so that all data is protected. The backups I usually stored off-site in a safe location in the event of fire or some other catastrophe.
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10 Reasons Why Your Business Should Upgrade to Windows 7

If you’ve been struggling with Windows Vista for the last couple of years, your worries may be over. With the introduction of Windows 7 you might have fewer reasons to call IT support as often!

The reviews have come in thick and fast since late 2009 and to make things easier for you, here are the 10 most commonly reported reasons why businesses have found the upgrade such a pleasure.
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5 Essential Network Maintenance Tasks You Can Do Your Own

Most medium-sized businesses use their IT support unit to perform most essential functions and network maintenance tasks, but there are plenty of things you can do yourself to save time and money.

It is a good habit to reserve the more difficult tasks for expert attention, and to always work within your own personal limitations. Learn to recognise those tasks that you can confidently perform with a high degree of accuracy, and leave the rest to your IT support team.
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Why Regular Maintenance is The Key To Reliable Networks

Have you ever had your home computer network crash? Worse, have you ever had a crash in your business? If your answer is yes, then you will understand the pain and frustration and you will be ever vigilant to avoid this ever happening to you again.

But it is all too easy to fall back into old habits and to slip into the old thinking mode where you believe that “it could happen to me again”.

In fact, carrying out regular maintenance on your computer network is one of the most neglected aspects of business management today. It is surprising that in an era where regularly servicing a vehicle, or arranging regular checkups at your doctor and dentist are standard practice, that such a basic business process should be ignored so easily.
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