TECHTIPS

Starting a business is exciting. New name, new logo, new plans… But before you rush into buying laptops, email accounts, software and websites, it’s worth pausing. A few sensible IT choices at the start can save money, time and headaches later. Don’t just go with what works today Think about where the business might be in 1–3 years. Some things to consider: Domain name Your domain name is very important as it reflects your brand and is usually linked to your website, em

Free Beat the Scammers Poster 👉 Download our free Beat the Scammers Poster. Then print it and put it on the wall near your computer. Or give it to someone who could be affected by a scammer, such as an elderly relative. Scams to watch out for: 🧾 “Boss” / Gift Card Scam (Targeting Finance Staff) Scammers impersonate senior staff (e.g. a director or CEO) to trick employees into sending money or buying gift cards. How it works: You receive an email appearing to be from “the bo

Many people assume their files are safely backed up because they “use OneDrive”. But there’s a catch: OneDrive only helps if it’s actually running and syncing properly. We occasionally see computers where OneDrive was set up months or years ago, but the little cloud icon has disappeared, the app has stopped running, or it’s been asking for attention without anyone noticing. In those cases, new files may not have backed up for a long time. A quick check is worthwhile: Lo