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How to Make Your Screen Easier to Read on Windows 11

Windows 11 includes several built‑in accessibility and display tools designed to reduce eye strain and make on‑screen text clearer. Follow the steps below to adjust text size, contrast, colour filters, and other visual settings. Increase Text Size Larger text reduces…

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Old devices, new dangers: The risks of unsupported IoT (Internet of things) tech

In the digital graveyard, a new threat stirs: Out-of-support devices becoming thralls of malicious actors Outdated devices are often easy targets for attackers, especially if they have vulnerabilities that can be exploited and no patches are available due to their…

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Microsoft have made RDP changes

Microsoft, as part of their Patch Tuesday updates, have released some security changes to how Remote Desktop (RDP) connections function. Previously, if you had a saved RDP connection to a server or another computer etc you could click into it…

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Why should we use Passkeys?

Passwords have become an issue where they are at risk from attackers. Passkeys help solve the issues that come along with passwords. A passkey is a modern, password‑free way to sign in to apps and websites. Instead of typing something…

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Old Habits Die Hard

It is terrifying that even in 2026, we are still seeing the same weak password patterns from previous years, despite cybersecurity awareness campaigns and improved authentication tools. Recent research into 2025 most commonly used passwords shows that passwords have remained…

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How to spot a spam email

Spams are everywhere - emails, texts, social media messages, and even phone calls. They’re designed to trick you into giving away personal information, money, or access to your accounts. The good news? Most spams share common warning signs. Here’s how…

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Windows 10 Support Ends October 14, 2025- What You Need to Know

After ten years, Microsoft is officially ending support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. That means no more security updates or bug fixes. The system will still work, but it’ll become more vulnerable to cyber threats over time. A…

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Cyber Crisis in the UK: Why Adaptation Is No Longer Optional

UK organisations are facing intensifying risks as digital threats evolve to outpace cybersecurity practices. Rapid and strategic adaptation is a must to maintain protection. The pressure is growing. Ransomware attacks are becoming more targeted. Quantum computing threatens security protocols. A…

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School’s out for summer, but it’s not time to let your cyber guard down

With the summer holidays upon us, this is the perfect time to give your children a refresher about the main dangers lurking online. The top 7 internet safety risks for children Summer holidays mean many more hours in the day…

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5 tips to Speed Up Your Slow PC

If you’ve had your PC for many years, you may notice it moving at a snail's pace. Before you decide to just buy a new one, here are 5 quick and easy tips to improve your computers speed: 1. Clear…

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