How Many Parts Make Up A Computer?

Staring at my computer and slurping a cup of tea whilst waiting for something to load a random question enters my head. How many parts make up a computer? I’m sure its a question that is answered on day one of any IT course, but being a little older and long in the tooth for… Continue reading How Many Parts Make Up A Computer?

They Said It Would Never Work: Embarrassing Quotes From Techno-Skeptics

Over the years many scientists, inventors and other skeptics have dismissed several ideas and technological developments as far-fetched ideas with no substance or standing. Here are a few inventions which were considered pointless or too problematic to work, but which became extremely successful and, in some cases, changed the way we live our lives. The… Continue reading They Said It Would Never Work: Embarrassing Quotes From Techno-Skeptics

5 Ways Business Can Work More Securely

IT security is a vital consideration for any business because the integrity of internal systems and data, along with the reputation of the firm itself, hangs in the balance depending on the protective measures which are taken. Of course, you do not want to use security methods which might compromise productivity, so here are five… Continue reading 5 Ways Business Can Work More Securely

Mobile And Computer Viruses 2012 [INFOGRAPHIC]

In the modern digital age, computer viruses have grown into one of the biggest problems amongst those who own a PC or laptop (even Mac owners now have to deal with potential viruses), but they’re now also a major problem for smartphone owners – particularly those that run on the Android operating system. So how… Continue reading Mobile And Computer Viruses 2012 [INFOGRAPHIC]

Farming On Mars? It May Be The Future

When we consider space colonization, some of the complications we’ll face are food production, oxygen production and waste filtration. We could spend years of research and vast sums of money creating systems to do this, or carry foodstuffs from Earth, but why do that when it seems we could just plant crops to do it… Continue reading Farming On Mars? It May Be The Future

Mobile Commerce And How It Can Add Another Sales Channel To Your Business

As the web turns mobile and more and more people are using their smart phones to browse while on the move, shoppers can now not only compare the price of an item with on the online retailers but with the addition of Google’s local product search they can now check the price with other local… Continue reading Mobile Commerce And How It Can Add Another Sales Channel To Your Business

How To Select Best Remote IT Support

Remote IT support is a new jargon these days in the field of IT service provision. It entails mostly provision of troubleshooting services related to hardware or software using mediums like phone or the internet. Numerous companies are providing remote IT support but before selecting one you need to do a bit of research and… Continue reading How To Select Best Remote IT Support

Understanding Your Computer

Some people seem to naturally “get” it – how their computer works, where the potential problems are and how to diagnose incomprehensible error messages and bizarre symptoms. Then there are the rest of us, where the “blue screen of death” sends waves of panic through our spines and there doesn’t seem to be any logical… Continue reading Understanding Your Computer

The Truth About Social Media In The Workplace – Is It Ever A Good Idea?

There is no denying that social media is a great tool for communication. We are now able to keep in touch with relatives all over the world, and catch up with long lost friends. Twitter, Facebook and YouTube are great tools for self expression, but is social media bad for your job? In 201 there… Continue reading The Truth About Social Media In The Workplace – Is It Ever A Good Idea?

Office Evolution: How Business Got Its Head In The Clouds

When you look at your desk today some things have remained the same your lucky mug, the photo of your wife or kids but one thing that has drastically changed is the technology you use. Take a trip down memory lane and look at how technology has changed over the last 30 years from the… Continue reading Office Evolution: How Business Got Its Head In The Clouds