Articles by Brian Turner

Brian has over 30 years publishing experience as a writer and editor across a range of computing, technology, and marketing titles. He has been interviewed multiple times for the BBC and been a speaker at international conferences. His specialty on techradar is Software as a Service (SaaS) applications, covering everything from office suites to IT service tools. He is also a science fiction and fantasy author, published as Brian G Turner.

Articles by: Brian Turner

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Best cloud HCM software of 2025

By Nate Drake, Brian Turner published 18 July 23

Updated We feature the best cloud Human Capital Management (HCM) software, to make it simple and easy for organizations to manage their human resources more efficiently.

Best trade show display providers of 2025

By Brian Turner last updated 18 April 23

Updated We list the best trade show display providers, to make it simple and easy to prominently display your brand and products/services at exhibitions and events.

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Best WordPress SEO plugins in 2025

By Brian Turner, Steve Paris last updated 2 November 22

Updated We feature the best WordPress SEO plugins, to make it simple and easy to manage the search engine optimization of your WordPress websites.

RingCentral MVP review

By Kieron Moore last updated 19 October 22

Updated RingCentral provides claims to offer a leading cloud-based VoIP solution for business. Here we test their claims and weigh up their features.

Vonage Business Cloud homepage October 2022

Vonage Business Cloud review

By Gabe Carey, Brian Turner, Barclay Ballard last updated 17 October 22

Vonage is a VoIP provider that gets CRM integrations right, but only if you shell out for one of the premium packages.

Best home video surveillance of 2025: smart security for your property

By Brian Turner published 14 July 22

Updated We feature the best home video surveillance kits for providing smart security for your home.

Best monitored alarm systems of 2025

By Brian Turner published 14 July 22

Updated We feature the best monitored alarm systems, to help keep your home safe and secured against intrusion.

Best home security systems of 2025

By Brian Turner, Jonas P. DeMuro, Daniel Blechynden published 13 July 22

Updated Our pick of best smart home security systems to give you extra peace of mind.

Best mining software of 2022

By Brian Turner, Jonas P. DeMuro last updated 19 November 21

Updated Confused about your options when it comes to mining clients? We’ve got a full guide to the best apps.

Best mining CPU: the best processors for mining cryptocurrency

By Matt Hanson, Brian Turner, Jonas P. DeMuro published 11 November 21

Buying Guide Our rundown of the best CPUs on the market for cryptocurrency mining.

Best mining rigs and mining PCs for Bitcoin, Ethereum and more

By Matt Hanson, Brian Turner, Jonas P. DeMuro last updated 29 September 21

Buying Guide Our list of the best pre-built mining rigs and mining PCs for Bitcoin and other crypto.

Best home automation systems of 2025

By Brian Turner published 2 June 21

Updated Control your smart home easily with our top picks for the best home automation systems.

How to write a successful business blog

By Marcus Austin, Brian Turner published 17 March 21

Handy hints and tips on the right and wrong ways to create a successful business blog

GoToConnect review

By Brian Turner, Michael Graw published 18 February 21

GoToConnect combines the Jive VoIP business phone platform with GoToMeeting to deliver a competitively priced powerhouse for communications.

What is SaaS? Everything you need to know about Software as a Service

By Brian Turner last updated 17 September 20

All you need to know about Software as a Service (SaaS) and the advantages of running applications in the cloud rather than on premises.

HotSchedules review

By Brian Turner last updated 28 March 20

HotSchedules offers a range of time management and HR services specifically for the hospitality sector. We look at what it actually has to offer, along with its pros and cons.

ABCmouse deal: keep your kids learning at home for free with these online classroms

By Brian Turner last updated 27 March 20

Educational apps for kids of all ages. Schools may be closed, but these top-quality distance learning apps mean education doesn't have to stop.

This huge 8TB SSD fits right in your pocket - but you won't be able to buy it yet

By Brian Turner published 8 January 20

CES 2020 Mini SSD drive prototypes from SanDisk hope to draw in smartphone and laptop users.

Firefox to release VR browser for Neo 2

By Brian Turner published 7 January 20

Mozilla have teamed up with Pico Interactive to release a version of the popular browser for the Neo 2 virtual reality headset.

Seagate is bringing modular storage to businesses

By Brian Turner published 7 January 20

CES 2020 Seagate reveals modular storage to help manage needs of enterprise, cloud, and edge IT networks.

First DDR5 memory modules are out now but you can't buy them

By Brian Turner published 7 January 20

CES 2020 New DDR5 SDRAM will give datacenters major increase in memory performance.

Microsoft takes down 50 North Korean hacking sites

By Brian Turner published 31 December 19

Microsoft has taken down fifty domains used for spear phishing attacks, but the effect on attackers is likely to be limited.

Amazon Ring cameras could be easy prey for hackers

By Brian Turner published 31 December 19

Lawsuit claims that Amazon's Ring video cameras have inadequate cybersecurity, leaving consumers vulnerable to attack.

US military warns personnel against using DIY DNA testing kits

By Brian Turner last updated 31 December 19

Pentagon internal memo advises all military not to use consumer DNA testing kits.

Chinese hackers bypass 2FA

By Brian Turner published 30 December 19

A Chinese hacking group has been able to successfully target Western government entities by bypassing Two-Factor Authentication.

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