by THEPCDR | Mar 27, 2023 | blogging
In today’s digital age, having a website has become a necessity for businesses of all sizes. As more and more consumers turn to the internet to research products and services, companies must create an online presence that is engaging, informative, and visually...
by THEPCDR | Jun 4, 2020 | Security
I had a recent call from a customer who was concerned they had been a victim of a scam. They had purchased some branded accessories from an advert, that had appeared on their timeline on a social media platform. I am sure users of this kind of platform will have seen...
by THEPCDR | Jan 13, 2020 | Security, Tech Tips
On Tuesday 14th Jan 2020, Microsoft will officially end updates and support for Windows 7. The operating system will continue to function, Microsoft will stop offering technical support, software and security updates and fixes. Microsoft recommends replacing the...
by THEPCDR | Jun 18, 2018 | Security, Tech Tips
What is Illicit streaming Whilst streaming services like Now TV, Netflix, Amazon Fire TV Spotify etc, provide easy and affordable access to a multitude of legal content direct to your home. The UK government is waging a war against what it calls “illicit streaming...
by THEPCDR | May 4, 2018 | blogging
Blogging for a successful website Content is undoubtedly king, it provides the opportunity for more touch points than any static website can offer. With respect to successful SEO It is essential when blogging to fit in with the criteria a search engine will use to...
by THEPCDR | Nov 13, 2017 | Tech Tips
Setting up a NAS There’s a quick and easy way to add network associated storage (NAS) to your BT Home Hub 6. This can be achieved by plugging some storage into the USB socket on the back of the router. Either with a USB stick or a USB drive. The home hub only uses...
by THEPCDR | Oct 25, 2017 | Security
Sim swap fraud is another form of cyber fraud set to blight our enjoyment of the equipment that has for many of become part of our everyday lives. This time it’s the humble smartphone and it’s probably not exactly what you think it is. It’s not a virus, in this...
by THEPCDR | Oct 16, 2017 | Security
It has been revealed that the security protocol WPA2, used by most domestic and commercial Wi-Fi networks has a vulnerability which allows the decryption of any data traffic. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA,WPA II) became available in 2003 developed by The Wi-Fi Alliance...
by THEPCDR | Oct 2, 2017 | Tech Tips
Quick guide to creating a contact group Use a contact group also called a distribution list to send an email to multiple contacts e.g. a committee, or even just a group of friends, without having to add individual names every time want to email them. Sending a message...
by THEPCDR | Sep 25, 2017 | Security
Is your password safe? How many times have you needed a password online and where? Stop don’t answer that question. Because already you are giving away information which may lead to a breach of your online security. It’s not an uncommon practice of one password to...
