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It's impossible to run your business without the right tech. How to choose the right computer equipment to increase your productivity and efficiency without it costing the earth.

Business software

Business software – such as accounting and security software - makes running your business easier, safer and more efficient. Learn how to decide what software you're likely to need.

Build a website

Building a business website is easy using web design software with intuitive drag-and-drop templates. You can also use a web agency or designer to build your online presence.

Communications

From business email and phone to instant messaging, you need to be able to stay in touch with customers, staff and suppliers. Here's how to set up effective business comms.

IT security

How would you cope if your IT system failed or was hacked? We cover the main IT security threats and how to protect against them.

Buy and manage IT

Getting the right IT is just the first step. Appropriate staff training, IT policies and working practices can help you maximise return on your IT investment.

IT support

IT support is vital if you rely on your IT system. But how can you set up an effective safety net in case things go wrong? We explore the options.

Staff and IT training

Getting the right IT is just the first step. Appropriate training, policies and working practices can help you maximise return on your IT investment.

IT security

How would you cope if your IT system failed or was hacked? We cover the main IT security threats and how to protect against them.

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Five key questions to ask about your backups

The survival of your business may one day depend on the data backups you took to guard against IT equipment failure, data loss or malicious hacking.

How to back up your remote workers

There has been a revolution in where, when and how employees work. Companies are now facing the challenge of keeping their data safe and backed up.

Use laptop encryption to protect mobile data

As more businesses issue laptop computers and remote working becoming increasingly popular, what happens if the files and data get stolen or lost?

Perform an IT security risk assessment

Performing an IT security risk assessment helps you understand and quantify the risks to IT in your business – and the possible consequences.

Identifying your IT system's weak points

Your IT system is made up of connected parts. Failure of any of these parts could make it difficult – or, in some cases, impossible – to operate.

BYOD: implementing security measures for staff and contractors

Implement security and anti-virus protection into your Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies and processes to keep your staff, contractors and business devices and data safe with our no-nonsense guide.

What anti-virus and security software can protect remote workers?

Anti-virus and security software is essential as workers increasingly adopt flexible and hybrid working arrangements that see them accessing systems and data remotely. Here's how to protect your business and workers.

What is two-factor authentication and do you need it?

Online criminals are more organised than ever. Often, passwords provide ineffective protection. So can two-factor authentication help?

Where to start with mobile security

One of the biggest trends in business technology is the move towards greater mobility. Read about how to keep mobile devices secure in your company.

Keeping mobile devices secure

Mobile phones have more capabilities than ever and the risk of data loss from phones has dramatically increased. You need to protect that data.

Preventing IT disasters - checklist

Minimise the risks of an IT disaster, breakdown or security breach with these simple steps to safeguarding your IT.

What we learnt when our business was hacked

Any security breach is stressful, even if it only does minor damage. In this case study, one company tells us how they coped when they were hacked.