Old Tech Disposal Options

After all the new gizmo’s and gadgets are set up post-Christmas, what do you do with all your old tech? There are several options for what to do with old technology after Christmas: Donate it: You can donate old technology to a charitable organization or a non-profit that accepts electronic donations. This can help provide […]

why use a managed it service provider

There are several reasons why a business might choose to use a managed IT service provider. One reason is to save on costs. By outsourcing their IT services to a managed service provider, a business can save on the costs of hiring and training in-house IT staff. Additionally, a managed service provider can often provide […]

10 reasons to use a password keeper

A password keeper is a handy app; you place all of your passwords inside a password keeper and then set one Secure password that you will remember; this should be a reasonably complex password but the only one you should ever need to remember. The password keeper will then store and fill in any passwords […]

Avoiding Fraud for home users

Unfortunately, in today’s world, bad actors will attempt to extort money from people by force; they will trick you into many situations into believing they are from Microsoft, Amazon, HMRC and other reputable companies. Fraud has grown a lot in recent years. Below are some fundamental tips on trying to avoid falling victim to fraud.  […]

Remove paper from printer jam

We do not usually repair printers due to jams or mechanical failure as the cost is generally more than a new printer; however, below are some tips to help get you unjammed! To remove paper from a printer jam, first turn off the printer and unplug it to prevent any accidental injuries or damage. Then, […]

Microsoft office will not install

There are a few reasons why Microsoft Office might not be installing properly. Some possible causes include: Your computer doesn’t meet the minimum system requirements for Office. There’s not enough storage space on your computer. You’re trying to install the 32-bit version of Office on a 64-bit computer, or vice versa. You’re trying to install […]

open office vs Microsoft office

Microsoft Office and OpenOffice are both office productivity suites, but there are some key differences between the two. Microsoft Office is a proprietary suite of applications, while OpenOffice is an open-source, free alternative. Because of this, OpenOffice is available for a wider range of operating systems, including Linux and macOS, whereas Microsoft Office is only […]

what to look for in a new laptop

When looking for a new laptop, there are several factors to consider. Here are some things to look for: Processor: The processor is the brain of the laptop, so it’s important to make sure it’s fast and powerful enough for your needs. Look for a laptop with a modern processor from a reputable brand, such […]

Optimise Windows 10 for performance

There are several ways to optimize Windows 10 for performance. Here are a few tips: Make sure that your computer is up to date. Windows 10 automatically downloads and installs updates, but you can manually check for updates by going to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Close any unnecessary programs that are […]

MAC Citrix Asking for credentials everytime after installing MDM or changing mac

Macbook certificates can change for numerous reasons such as adding a Macbook to an MDM, Changing a user account, or installing user account tools or keychain access utilities. Citrix secure access keychain access does not like this. Instructions1. Open “Keychain Access” and go to “System”-> “My Certificates” and find your device certificate and expand it. […]