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It's Data Protection Day - so here's a few tips to keeping your data safe

Data Protection Day may not sound as exciting as something like Chocolate Cake Day but it does serve a purpose by raising awareness of the importance of privacy and protecting your data online.Keeping your data private and out of reach is a necessity in this digital era of social media use and incre.

16 August 2023

3 min

Dixons Carphone closing 134 stores and merging remaining Currys and PC World stores

Dixons Carphone is to close 134 of its UK and Ireland stores in a £50m revamp that will see it's remaining Currys and PC World shops merged into one store.The move will also see an added Carphone Warehouse added into each 'Currys PC World' store which will mean fewer, but bigger '3-in-1' stores that.

16 August 2023

2 min

Top UK Tech Events of 2016 - January to July

One of the most exciting aspects of IT is seeing new and innovative technology showcased at upcoming tech events across the UK.So if you're looking to check out the latest advancements in IT, gadgets and all things tech then our of the top UK tech events taking place this year.

16 August 2023

3 min

Contracting in 2016 - what to expect in the new year

With 2016 finally upon us, we take a look at the upcoming calendar year for limited company contractors and what is to be expected in the next 12 months.There are plenty of developments expected this year, from tax legislation changes to the growth of 'super-contractors' that are commanding a premiu.

16 August 2023

3 min

Microsoft to officially put Internet Explorer to rest and concentrate on Edge

On January 12th, support for Internet Explorer versions 8, 9 and 10 will come to an end and IE11 will be the last version of Internet Explorer.Instead, Microsoft intends to concentrate on it's new browser, Microsoft Edge, which has already been seen as a huge step up from previous versions of Intern.

16 August 2023

2 min

Could we see an influx of cyber security job roles in 2016?

2015 was a significant year for IT and paved the way for many important achievements and innovations in technology.However, last year also saw an unprecedented increase in cyber attacks which has caused many companies and organisations to re-evaluate their cyber security strategy to prevent themselv.

16 August 2023

2 min

Is this the true end of Flash? Adobe renames Flash to Adobe Animate CC

After two decades of Flash Professional, Adobe has finally decided that HTML5 is the future and will rename the multimedia and software platform to Adobe Animate CC.

16 August 2023

2 min

What will Pagecloud mean for Web Designers?

One of the more interesting products to come out of this year’s TechCruch Disrupt 2015 was the introduction of PageCloud, an innovative web creation service that boasts a simplified drag and drop interface that promises to change the way we produce, edit and view websites.Launching November 30th, th.

16 August 2023

5 min

Will the cyber security market hit £120 billion by 2020?

The security market is expected to exceed £120 billion by 2020 as online security becomes a greater priority for businesses, according to analyst firms.Consulting firm, MarketsandMarkets, have estimated the cyber security market to grow to £120 billion by 2020, at a compound annual growth rate of 9..

16 August 2023

1 min

Microsoft to bring its database software SQL Server to Linux

Microsoft has revealed plans to bring its SQL Server Database software to Linux, an OS previously criticised by the Redmond based company.The software giant has had a slightly turbulent relationship with Linux, often looking down on it and even went as far as then CEO Steve Ballmer likening the Linu.

16 August 2023

2 min

New Raspberry Pi 3 now comes with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

The organisation behind the popular British micro-computer has now unveiled its latest iteration - the Raspberry Pi 3, which now comes with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.Not only will The Raspberry Pi 3 include an integrated 802.11n wireless LAN and built-in Bluetooth 4.1 but it will feature a faster.

16 August 2023

2 min

Our top tech (and geeky) inspired Valentine's Day Greetings

With Valentine’s Day just round the corner, it sometimes takes more than just flowers and chocolates to express your love to that special someone.Infact, it often takes your inner-geek to tell someone how you truly feel about them.

16 August 2023

1 min

NHS to receive £4 billion IT investment to create a paperless health service

The National Health Service is expected to receive a large IT investment to create a paperless NHS and to bring the service into the digital age.UK Health Secretary, Jeremy Hunt, is set to put aside £4 billion to create an efficient National Health Service in hopes of improving its digital services .

16 August 2023

2 min

What tech freelancers using recruitment agencies must beware

Six revelations by an IT staffing boss on what his less-than-reputable industry colleagues get up to.

15 August 2023

6 min

Why it’s important to bridge the digital skills gap, starting with the younger generation

What is World Youth Skills Day?World Youth Skills Day is an international annual event that takes place on 15th July.

14 August 2023

4 min

Freelancer horror stories - and how to avoid the same terrifying fate

Don’t be like Graham, Rosie or Raj if you want to survive or thrive in the world of freelance contracting.

11 August 2023

8 min

Freelance Invoice Template

Free invoice template. Again to save you time and make sure that if you have a Limited Company that you comply with the rules regarding having your address and company number on all invoices.

11 August 2023

2 min

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