Author: Stephen

Providing IT support and solution to small and medium businesses. Servicing Edinburgh, Livingston, Fife and surrounding areas. Responsive, Flexible, Professional and friendly local support.

Lawsuits for Businesses When GDPR Comes Into Force

In May 2018, the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is due to come into force and some security experts are warning that this could bring with it the possibility of litigation from multiple sources for UK companies. Why? Some security experts believe that as soon as GDPR come into force companies will face a…
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Microsoft Office for MAC performance boost

Microsoft Announced in April that it would move to 64-bit on Office 2016 for MAC. Today we found out this is now ready for production. The update is rolling out to those who are running Microsoft’s productivity suite on OS X. There is little reason to remain as a 32-bit application as APPLE migrated the Operating…
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Webinar: Google Standard text ads will no longer be accepted as of October 26.

Did you know that Google Standard text ads will no longer be accepted as of October 26. Here is a link to a (30 minute) webinar we are running on 14th September (Wednesday) at 11.00 am Wednesday 14th September 2016 at 11.00 a.m. (UK Time) Free Training Webinar* *Usual Price £50 per Attendee Discover How…
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Webinar: Say NO to Ransomware! The truth about Ransomware and the endpoint. (25.08.2016)

Our customers have been enjoying the security and peace of mind  of Trend as a managed service for years. Maybe you should join them. Book now for the Trend webinar below. To find our about our hosted anti virus visit our website http://www.meartechnology.co.uk/hosted-antivirus Or contact us to see what we can do for you http://www.meartechnology.co.uk/contact-us

Tech Tip: Use 2 apps on your screen at the same time

There are times when a second monitor would be really useful, maybe you need to compare two spreadsheets or open your email and your calendar at the same time.  If you have windows 7, 8 or 10 you’re in luck…. Windows key and the arrow keys First application: Pressing the Windows key and the Left arrow keys will…
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HP Elite x3 ads, Workspace app pop up to “reinvent mobility” – SlashGear

The future of windows mobile devices.  Your desktop in your pocket 🙂 http://www.slashgear.com/hp-elite-x3-ads-workspace-app-pop-up-to-reinvent-mobility-12451561/

FREE Webinar: Getting more from LinkedIn for Your Business Success

We are pleased to announce our first webinar! SPACES ARE LIMITED SO BOOK NOW Wednesday 24th August 2016 at 11.00 a.m. (UK Time) We will be interviewing social media expert Jonathan Pollinger about how to get the most from LinkedIn.

Tech Tip – Make Web Reading Easier

If you’re tired, using a small monitor to read content (e.g. a laptop) or trying to see the small print displayed in a tiny font that makes your eyes water, then you can make the display larger and smaller in most browsers very easily. Let’s borrow some advice from our friends in the world of…
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How Brexit Could Affect Information Security In the UK

With large scale data breaches often in the headlines and with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) due to come into force in May 2018, what effects will a post-Brexit UK have on the work of information security professionals and those charged with protecting company data? The UK Brexit vote is a statement of intent (as…
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3cx v15 now has a new MAC client

3cx ​Version 15 has a completely new  dsigned and modern Dashboard. They already released a new Windows client and today a new Mac client. The Mac client interface is a complete redesign to mske it more user friendly and more UC feature oriented. Some of these improvements include: A new notification bar area Added an…
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