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Illustrative device inventory scene with two laptops, a desktop computer and a person checking an equipment tag28 September 2026IT support cost calculator: how to count users and devicesMicrosoft 365 & Cloud · IT SupportRead article →Illustrative scene of an analogue desk phone beside a modern IP phone connected by a blue Ethernet cable25 September 2026Can you keep your business landline number when moving to VoIP?IT SupportRead article →Illustrative scene of a returned laptop being checked beside a user account screen and renewal calendar23 September 2026Microsoft 365 licence review: what to check before renewalMicrosoft 365 & CloudRead article →Illustrative office scene with a ceiling-mounted wireless access point above meeting rooms and desks21 September 2026Managed Wi-Fi for small businesses: what should the service include?IT SupportRead article →Business owner reviewing a flood of declined micro-payments during a card testing attack18 September 2026Card testing: what a flood of small payments on your website means, and how to stop itWebsites & SEO · Cyber SecurityRead article →Illustrative comparison of two IT support proposals with a calculator and laptop on a desk16 September 2026How to compare IT support quotes without missing the extrasIT SupportRead article →A sign-in activity list with one successful sign-in from an unrecognised location on an unknown browser, and no failed attempts before it11 September 2026Can attackers get past MFA? What session hijacking means for your businessCyber SecurityRead article →Windows four-pane symbol surrounded by update arrows beside a September 2026 calendar.9 September 2026September 2026 Windows 11 updates: what your business should checkIT SupportRead article →Microsoft Secure Score Recommended actions tab in Microsoft Defender, showing recommendations, score impact and completion status.7 September 2026What does Microsoft Secure Score tell your business?Microsoft 365 & Cloud · Cyber SecurityRead article →Ceiling mounted Wi-Fi access points in a UK office with signal coverage planning lines4 September 2026Why is my business Wi-Fi slow? A practical checklist for UK officesMicrosoft 365 & Cloud · IT SupportRead article →Cyber Essentials checklist showing the five core controls for a UK small business2 September 2026Do I need Cyber Essentials for my small business?Microsoft 365 & Cloud · Cyber SecurityRead article →Small office router and firewall with a highlighted exposed network port31 August 2026Internet-exposed routers are still the boring risk that gets businesses hurtCyber Security · IT SupportRead article →An isometric office monitor showing an AI agent workflow connected to business apps, with sandbox boundaries, approval checkpoints and blocked network paths.28 August 2026Before you let AI agents into Microsoft 365, decide what they are allowed to touchMicrosoft 365 & Cloud · Cyber Security · IT SupportRead article →A driver viewing a suspicious airport parking payment message beside a car with a fictional registration plate27 August 2026“No bank details were accessed” is not the reassurance it sounds likeCyber SecurityRead article →A UK small business owner reviewing a cyber insurance checklist beside Microsoft 365, backups and MFA controls.26 August 2026Do small businesses need cyber insurance?Cyber SecurityRead article →A UK business owner comparing Microsoft 365 licence cards for Basic, Standard and Premium on a tidy office desk.26 August 2026What Microsoft 365 licence does my business need?Microsoft 365 & Cloud · IT SupportRead article →WordPress Pods admin screen showing a blocked AJAX request that tried to change a user from subscriber to administrator.24 August 2026A WordPress plugin flaw is a reminder to check who can become adminWebsites & SEO · Cyber SecurityRead article →Website form builder screen showing a PHP file upload being blocked by security validation.21 August 2026The Elementor Pro upload flaw is why website maintenance has to be boringWebsites & SEO · Cyber SecurityRead article →Website contact form upload field blocked by a security shield to show a plugin file upload vulnerability.19 August 2026A WordPress form plugin flaw is a reminder to check the boring bitsWebsites & SEO · Cyber SecurityRead article →Cyber Resilience in 2026: The Practical Checks UK SMEs Should Run Now18 August 2026Cyber Resilience in 2026: The Practical Checks UK SMEs Should Run NowCyber Security · IT SupportRead article →Supply chain cyber risk dashboard in a modern manufacturing environment10 August 2026UK Manufacturers Are Being Hit Through Their Supply Chains: What SMEs Should Check NowCyber Security · IT SupportRead article →IT consultant reviewing backup and security dashboard with a UK business owner5 August 2026Backups Are Not a Ransomware Plan Until They’ve Been TestedCyber SecurityRead article →Free NCSC Cyber Consultations: What UK Small Businesses Should Do Before They Book3 August 2026Free NCSC Cyber Consultations: What UK Small Businesses Should Do Before They BookCyber SecurityRead article →Laptop showing secure email protection in a UK office31 July 2026Zero-Click Phishing: Why Email Security Now Needs More Than Staff AwarenessCyber SecurityRead article →School admin desk showing redacted contact records and phishing risk after the DfE data breach29 July 2026DfE Data Breach: What 607,000 Exposed Records Mean for Schools, Care Providers and SMEsCare & Compliance · Cyber SecurityRead article →A laptop showing a cyber security dashboard in a modern office29 July 2026Don’t Pay the Ransom: Why UK Businesses Need a Recovery Plan Before an AttackCyber SecurityRead article →A laptop and tablet showing cyber security dashboards in a small business office11 July 2026Small Businesses Are the New Frontline of Cyber Crime, Here’s What to Do About ItCyber Security · IT SupportRead article →Downing Street, used as the source article image from TechRound7 July 2026UK Startups Need a Government That Makes Hiring Easier, Not HarderBusiness TechnologyRead article →Aerial view of Kingsway Business Park in Rochdale7 July 2026Atom Valley Is Happening on Our Doorstep. Here’s Why Every Business in Rochdale Should Be Paying Attention.Cyber Security · IT SupportRead article →How to Switch IT Provider in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide for Businesses24 March 2026How to Switch IT Provider in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide for BusinessesIT SupportRead article →The Ultimate Microsoft 365 Migration Checklist for Small Businesses in 20269 March 2026The Ultimate Microsoft 365 Migration Checklist for Small Businesses in 2026Microsoft 365 & CloudRead article →VoIP or Landline: Which is Better for UK Small Firms?24 February 2026VoIP or Landline: Which is Better for UK Small Firms?IT SupportRead article →Digital tablet and mobile phone on a wooden table for business productivity16 February 2026The Best Places to Buy Refurbished iPhones and Tech in the UK (2026 Guide)Business TechnologyRead article →Couple consulting a salesperson about laptops in a technology store9 February 2026How to Choose the Best Laptop for You in 2026IT SupportRead article →Cyber threat concept illustration showing hacking and digital security risks2 February 2026What Is a Computer Virus? A Simple Guide for UsersCyber Security · IT SupportRead article →Woman Turning Computer On26 January 2026What To Do When Your Computer Won’t Power On: The Complete Troubleshooting GuideIT SupportRead article →Professional business team collaborating in a modern office environment20 January 2026Extended Warranties On Electronics : Are They Worth It?IT SupportRead article →Refurbished laptop on a wooden desk promoting sustainable and cost-effective technology28 September 2025The Pros and Cons of Refurbished Laptops: Are They Worth It?IT SupportRead article →Bloom Procurement accredited supplier certification badge28 September 2025BM Technologies is Now an Accredited Bloom SupplierBusiness TechnologyRead article →How to properly clean your laptop and keep it in top condition23 September 2025How to Properly Clean Your Laptop and Keep It in Top ConditionIT SupportRead article →Refurbished versus certified refurbished laptops for UK business owners16 September 2025Refurbished vs Certified Refurbished: What UK Business Owners Need to KnowIT SupportRead article →The new age of computers and what you need to know about modern technology8 September 2025The New Age of Computers: What You Really Need to KnowIT SupportRead article →Recycling old technology safely in the UK and protecting your data27 August 2025Recycling Old Technology in the UK: Protect Your Data FirstCare & Compliance · IT SupportRead article →Android booster apps warning about scam apps that slow your phone19 August 2025Android “booster” apps that slow your phone—then charge to “speed it up”Business TechnologyRead article →UK online ID verification law for protecting children and safeguarding privacy11 August 2025The UK’s New Online ID Verification Law: Protecting Children While Safeguarding PrivacyBusiness TechnologyRead article →Old laptop troubleshooting and smart SSD upgrade tips illustration11 August 2025What to Do When Your Old Laptop Won’t Power On (Plus Smart SSD Upgrade Tips)IT SupportRead article →Zero trust security framework illustration for modern digital protection28 July 2025Zero Trust Security: A Modern Framework for a Digital WorldCyber SecurityRead article →Tech support scam awareness guide for spotting fraudulent calls in the UK21 July 2025Beware Tech Support Scams – How to Spot and Avoid Fraudulent Calls (UK Guide)IT SupportRead article →Different types of PCs and laptops compared for choosing the right device14 July 2025The Different Types of PCs and Laptops: Which One is Right For You?IT SupportRead article →OneDrive and Outlook file sharing and collaboration illustration7 July 2025Email Attachments Holding You Back? Here’s How OneDrive and Outlook Can Supercharge Your File Sharing and CollaborationMicrosoft 365 & CloudRead article →Illustration for seven everyday Windows tricks every UK user should know30 June 20257 Everyday Windows Tricks Every UK User Should KnowIT SupportRead article →Windows Defender security shield icon for built-in antivirus protection23 June 2025The UK Antivirus Landscape: Why Bundled Software Isn’t Always BestCyber SecurityRead article →Mobile device security settings protecting business data and privacy16 June 2025Protecting Your Digital Life: A Complete Guide to BitLocker and FileVault for UK UsersIT SupportRead article →Tablet device connecting to WiFi network for wireless internet access9 June 2025Why Your WiFi Feels Slower Than Advertised (And Simple Fixes That Actually Work)IT SupportRead article →Passkey authentication setup for passwordless secure login2 June 2025Passkeys: The Future of Secure Login is Here (And Your Memory Will Thank You)Cyber SecurityRead article →Diagram showing transition from copper wiring to modern WiFi connectivity28 May 2025What Is the PSTN Switch-Off? Your Complete UK Guide for 2025IT SupportRead article →Microsoft OneDrive backup setup screen for secure cloud data protection19 May 2025OneDrive Backup: The Essential Safeguard for Personal and Business Data in the UKMicrosoft 365 & CloudRead article →Azure Active Directory management console for identity and access control15 May 2025Azure Active Directory & Single Sign-On: Enhancing Business SecurityMicrosoft 365 & Cloud · Cyber SecurityRead article →Disaster recovery planning illustration for business continuity preparedness21 March 2025Disaster Recovery Planning: Is Your Business Really Prepared?Business TechnologyRead article →Slow computer warning exclamation symbol indicating performance issues11 March 2025Why Is My Computer So Slow? Simple Fixes for Everyday PerformanceIT SupportRead article →Windows 10 end of life announcement and what it means for users5 March 2025Windows 10 EOL – What it Actually Means for MeIT SupportRead article →Email security illustration showing spam and ham filtering concepts3 March 2025Spam and Ham: A Guide to Email SecurityCyber SecurityRead article →WordPress features and developments for modern business websites in 202528 February 2025WordPress features 2025: New Features and Developments That MatterWebsites & SEORead article →Unified communications interface on a laptop showing integrated business tools19 February 2025The Technology Revolution of 2025: A Comprehensive Guide to Enterprise IT TrendsBusiness TechnologyRead article →Managed detection and response protecting businesses from cyber threats12 February 2025How Does Managed Detection & Response (MDR) Protect Your Business in Today’s Cyber Landscape?Cyber SecurityRead article →Secure cloud solutions for home and residential technology support3 February 2025Empower Your Home with Secure Cloud Solutions and Residential SupportMicrosoft 365 & CloudRead article →20 January 2025What to Expect from NVIDIA’s 5000 Series GPUsBusiness TechnologyRead article →Child safely using a smartphone under parental supervision and guidance7 January 2025Keeping Kids Safe with Smart PhonesBusiness TechnologyRead article →Eco-friendly printer in an office with recycling and green initiatives16 December 2024Are Printers Designed to Break? Realities of Printers’ Common Issues ExplainedIT SupportRead article →Illustration highlighting the importance of multi-factor authentication security9 December 2024Why Multi-Factor Authentication is ImportantCyber SecurityRead article →Windows logo integrated into a futuristic high-tech server mainframe26 November 2024What will the future hold for Windows 10 in 2025Cyber Security · IT SupportRead article →Four colourful Windows logos arranged in an artistic composition5 November 2024What microsoft 365 do i need?Microsoft 365 & CloudRead article →Bespoke web design benefits illustration for business websites23 October 2024The Benefits of Bespoke Web DesignWebsites & SEORead article →High-resolution monitor displaying detailed CAD drawings on a professional desk8 July 2024All about WordPress Development and Web Design servicesWebsites & SEORead article →Cloud network diagram showing connected laptops desktops and smartphones8 July 2024All you Need to Know About Web Design ServicesWebsites & SEORead article →Business professionals reviewing SEO services and digital marketing strategy28 May 2024Upgrade Business Potential with the Best SEO Services in RochdaleWebsites & SEORead article →Web design and development services boosting online presence in Rochdale28 May 2024Increase your Online Presence with Web Design and Development services in RochdaleWebsites & SEORead article →Cloud solutions graphic for UK business cloud computing services28 September 2023Why ”Cloud Solutions” is More Than Just a Daydream for UK BusinessesMicrosoft 365 & CloudRead article →Graphic promoting Microsoft 365 benefits for UK businesses21 September 2023Why Every UK Business Should Be Buzzing About Microsoft 365?Microsoft 365 & CloudRead article →Illustration explaining what managed IT services are and how they benefit businesses26 June 2023Unlocking the Potential: How a Managed IT Service Provider Can Benefit Your BusinessIT SupportRead article →Illustration of Lockbit ransomware and cyber security threats to businesses18 April 2023Lockbit ransomware….bewareCyber Security · IT SupportRead article →Cyber Essentials certification badge for UK business cyber security compliance21 March 2023Benefits of Cyber EssentialsCyber SecurityRead article →Hooded hacker at a computer representing cyber security threats to businesses11 March 2023Cyber Security for Early Years ProvidersCyber SecurityRead article →Team collaborating on technology projects in a professional setting28 February 2023Why SEO is so important in 2023?Websites & SEORead article →Cloud solutions and managed IT services for business infrastructure25 February 2023Why use a Managed Service Provider?Business TechnologyRead article →Professional team working together on IT solutions in an office11 February 2023Guide to managing a remote teamBusiness TechnologyRead article →Business technology and digital workspace setup for modern teams11 February 2023Cybersecurity in the UKCyber SecurityRead article →

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