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How To Find Reliable IT Support Companies
For most businesses, some degree of IT support is almost always necessary to run operations seamlessly. If you are thinking of hiring in IT support but don’t know what to look for when evaluating IT support companies in the UK, this guide can help. Here are some tips on finding the most reliable and trusted […]
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Chief UK Economist Weighs In On Remote Working Today
The world of work has always affected the way people live. In the past, the industrial revolution saw workers move into urban centres to find jobs. When cars became more readily available and affordable, people moved out to the suburbs. Now, in the wake of the pandemic, Ian Steward, the Chief Economist of Deloitte in […]
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Microsoft Partners With Agencies To Shape Future Of Voice Call, Tech, And Security
Microsoft and BT will work together to develop a line of revolutionary cloud-based products and services, of which BT’s voice customers will have first-hand experience. Operator Connect allows telecom operators to add their calling plans to Microsoft Teams. This will enable BT to create new business models as it continuously grows, creates, and innovates. As […]
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Organisations Find Interest In Defensive Tech As Cyberattacks Rise
The COVID-19 pandemic has been a prompt towards digital transformation for many companies. As a result, Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Data Leakage/Loss Prevention (DLP) services have also become increasingly popular, especially in the UK. Lockdowns and associated restrictions on movement have encouraged companies to change their working practices by transforming their systems to […]
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How Do You Store Your Passwords?
Having Multiple Passwords These days, pretty much everything we access online needs a password. And this means we’re left with a huge number of different login details to remember. And sometimes, it can be difficult to remember which one is for which website or application. Many web browsers now offer you the option of storing […]
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Microsoft Teams – New features announced
The latest announcement from the UK government paints a pretty stark picture. Another 6 months of remote working seems to be on the cards for most office workers. With the announcement, the importance of virtual meetings once again comes to the fore. Microsoft Teams and similar are crucial to the current working environment. Incredibly on […]
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Be pro-active - prevention is better than cure
There is a famous quote often attributed to Desiderius Erasmus – “Prevention is better than cure”. We strongly believe in this mantra at Proxar. We are never standing still; in the ever-changing world of IT we are always looking to move forward. We believe it is vital that we are pro-active in our approach. Continuously […]
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One Drive Business or SharePoint?
One question we often find UK clients asking is, should they use SharePoint or One Drive? Microsoft develops both applications, and they come with most Office 365 subscriptions. The truth is, when used correctly you and your business can benefit from both. SharePoint SharePoint is a collaboration tool that enables teams to work together. This […]
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Is it time to migrate to Office 365?
Why has Microsoft decided to do this? Most Microsoft products have a support life cycle of around 5 years from the original release date. During that life cycle Microsoft will provide you with bug fixes, security fixes, new features and phone/chat support. How will this impact me? The key point here is that you will […]
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Ransomware, how much do you know about it?
Ransomware attacks Most malware works when the user clicks on a link or downloads a file. Ransomware however, in some cases can gain access without any user input. There are a number of ways that ransomware can work against businesses. Types of Ransomware There are two main types of Ransomware that are regularly used by […]
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Microsoft Edge - should I switch?
For years now Google Chrome has been the go-to web browser for most people. It has often been the case that the mere mention of Edge would have you instantly shot down. No doubt everyone who read this, has experimented with browsers other than Google Chrome. The chances are that experiment was short-lived, and you […]
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Office 365 – Why should you choose it?
Security Keeping your UK company’s data secure is vital. Your administrator can define rules and policies within Office 365. These rules stipulate whether files/data are confidential or sensitive. Files cannot be shared once the rules and policies have been defined by your administrator. Office 365 can stop users from sending sensitive information externally. If there […]
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Skype for Business vs Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams can allow for meetings of up to 10,000 people at any one time. It has become the new go to form of communication and collaboration, boasting an impressive range of features. Certain Microsoft Office 365 subscriptions even include Teams. Microsoft created Teams as a collaborative all-encompassing tool, bringing together voice, video, chat and […]
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Remote Working Solutions
What is Remote Working? Remote working is a work style which allows professionals who typically work from inside an office building, to work from outside that traditional office environment – may it be from home, a hotel room, a client’s office or even another country. Remote working brings the office straight to you which enables your designated work to be easily achieved with the flexibility to work almost from anywhere subject to having an internet connection and a device […]
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OneDrive on Windows Server 2019 - now supported
Good news for UK businesses! In the last couple of months, Microsoft have officially announced that Windows Server 2019 supports OneDrive and VDI is now fully supported Perpetual Licences – What will happen on October 13, 2020? Users in the UK and globally, working on Outlook clients 2010, 2013, or 2016 will no longer be able to access […]
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Firewall Configuration and Installation
When you are seeking a firewall configuration and installation consultancy in the UK, however, you’ll need to choose one that ensures that your network receives the data that is required at the same time as detecting and deflecting unwanted traffic and protocols. We employ certified consultants in Cisco firewall configuration that work hard to ensure […]
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