How dirty is your data? The importance of boosting green credentials By David Howell published 4 September 14 The cloud has delivered massive savings and huge increases in efficiency, particularly to smaller businesses. But has this come at an environmental cost?
Cloud security: how to keep your data safe By David Howell published 3 September 14 Well publicised data breaches leave SMBs with concerns about moving services to the cloud, but adhering to some security fundamentals keeps business data protected.
The cloud: an introduction for SMBs By David Howell published 2 September 14 The cloud is having a major impact on the small business community. But what is the cloud, and how can your organisation make the most of its services?
How to build a hybrid cloud system for your SMB By David Howell published 31 August 14 The cloud may offer a wealth of opportunities for SMBs to exploit, but developing a hybrid approach to the cloud reaps the most rewards
How your business can efficiently use cloud based applications By David Howell published 28 August 14 Businesses can now significantly reduce their software costs by switching to cloud-based applications. But how do you make the most of these apps?
Computer ergonomics explained: set up your PC or Mac the right way By David Howell published 26 November 13 In Depth Creating a safe working environment isn't just a legal requirement but can also deliver massive improvements in productivity.
Why responsive website design matters By David Howell published 15 November 13 In Depth Think about how your business' customers interact with your website. Now open your website on a smartphone or tablet. Is the same experience possible on all devices?
How to use video marketing to boost your business By David Howell published 13 November 13 In Depth Video is one of the most persuasive and widely-shared marketing tools available, and every business can use it.
Remote working: the tech you need to consider By David Howell published 8 November 13 In Depth As remote working becomes more common, you need to invest in the tech to make it work.
How to buy the right Multi Functional Device for your print needs By David Howell published 25 October 13 Explained Using an MFD to manage your business's printing needs with advanced digital reproduction.
Does your business have a digital IQ? By David Howell published 22 October 13 Every small business knows that data is the life-blood of their enterprises. But does your business have a digital IQ?
How to optimise your LAN and WAN in a small business By David Howell published 27 September 13 Explained Businesses today use LANs and WANs, but are these optimised to work together in harmony?
How to choose the right server for your e-commerce site By David Howell published 18 September 13 In Depth Starting an online business may appear to be child's play, but choosing the right server to support the store is vital.
Antivirus software: choose the right one for your business By David Howell published 29 August 13 In Depth There are several questions to ask when deciding which solution is best for the job.
Laptop vs tablet: which is best for a small business? By David Howell published 14 August 13 In Depth Issues such as applications, screen sizes, storage capacity and ergonomics need to be considered.
Boosting server performance: moving to dedicated blade server racks By David Howell published 27 May 13 Sponsored: There are lot of benefits in quick reactions to changing workloads
On-site servers or the cloud? By David Howell published 25 February 13 While cloud computing is all the rage, on-site servers will provide a better solution for some applications
Choosing a NAS device for your business By David Howell published 10 December 12 As costs have continued to fall, how can businesses use NAS storage and integrate this with the cloud?
How to use crowd funding to finance your business? By David Howell published 1 November 12 The banks aren't funding businesses but the internet is. We look at how to get start-up funding from crowd-funding.
How to sell on Facebook By David Howell published 8 October 12 With more than a billion people now on Facebook, businesses can now sell their goods and services to this captive audience
How to set up and manage network printing By David Howell published 3 October 12 Network printing is a vital component of a business' day-to-day operations, but is often overlooked or allocated few resources to ensure it is running at optimum efficiency
How to integrate wireless with your fixed networks By David Howell published 26 September 12 The benefits of wireless are clear, but Ethernet based LANs are still dominant. Read our short guide to integrating the two network protocols together?
How to run multiple versions of Windows on your desktop By David Howell published 7 September 12 If you need to test and try different applications and run multiple versions of browsers, without affecting your Windows setup, then you need a virtual machine
Using Google Analytics in your business By David Howell published 5 September 12 Understanding how your business' website is performing is vital information. Google Analytics can deliver this insight, and it's free
How to choose an encryption system for your business By David Howell published 28 August 12 How to choose the right data encryption system for your business to protect you and your customers' data online and offline