Valerie Green

Need a New Computer? Get The Right One With Build-IT

Need a New Computer? Get The Right One With Build-IT

With only eleven months left until Windows 10 reaches its End of Life, many users are starting to consider upgrading to a new computer. To make sure you choose the right machine, use our Build-IT service. We’ll discuss your needs and explain your options to ensure you get a computer that fits your requirements and […]

This Spooky Season, Face and Banish Your Biggest Fear

This Spooky Season, Face and Banish Your Biggest Fear

Spooky season is upon us! Of course, most people aren’t afraid of ghosts, vampires, witches, etc. But what about the fear of criminals getting their hands on your precious business data? With our backup solution, even us as your trusted backup provider can’t see the details of the contents of your files or the text […]

The Myths of Backups

The Myths of Backups

I was training earlier this week, improving my knowledge of the backup procedures we use to enhance the value we offer clients who use our services.  During discussions, we realised several myths are floating around out there and may be deterring people from seeking a secure backup solution. Myth #1:  Microsoft backs up all my […]

Internet Explorer Vulnerability

Internet Explorer Vulnerability

Have you been keeping your patches up to date? The most recent Patch Tuesday fixed a security issue in MSHTML, the platform that Internet Explorer ran on. Although Internet Explorer is no longer in use, the vulnerability remains as the MSHTML platform is still used in applications today. This security issue enabled attackers to trick […]

Windows 24H2 Update

Windows 24H2 Update

The latest update for Windows 11, the 24H2 update, is now available. Currently, it’s an optional update and is set to be gradually rolled out. If a user wishes, they can download and install it manually. While updates often focus on security, the 24H2 is a features update.  This type of update is about making […]

Thermal Paste Reminder

Thermal Paste Reminder

When did you last have the thermal paste changed in your computer? It’s especially important to keep an eye on your computer’s temperature in the summer heat, as like us, computers don’t tend to function well in excessive heat. While the commonest cause of overheating is dust inside the casing and cleaning it out or […]

CrowdStrike Outage Summary

CrowdStrike Outage Summary

The CrowdStrike Outage is now among the biggest to ever occur, so what’s happening? The issue was with CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor, software that is intended to protect computers from attacks and malware. Like all computer protection software, it’s updated regularly to keep up with the latest threats.  Unfortunately, a recent update to Falcon Sensor had […]