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In part 1, we took a look at TCP/IP & DNS. Those are just some of the most important protocols that are necessary for the Internet to function the way it does. Consider them the road network that allows traffic to get from one place to another. Let’s now take a closer look at some […]
Read MoreThe Internet is awash with acronyms. HTTP, TCP/IP, NFS, DNS, FTP, etc. There’s no end to them and they can all be quite confusing to the uninitiated. Much of the time, the letters refer to something called a ‘protocol’, which is really nothing more than an agreement between two computer systems to speak the same […]
Read MoreAlmost all software vendors release patches from time to time. A patch is little more than a slightly re-written version of the software you initially installed. Patches are released for a number of different reasons: Fixing a bug Improving performance Adding new functionality Ensuring the software still works with other applications that have since […]
Read MoreWhen it comes to everyday computing, one of the most useful and powerful tools at your disposal is the command line. For the uninitiated, however, trying to find your way on the command line can also be very daunting. And no wonder, with so many commands, so many switches, options, parameters, flags, etc. And what […]
Read MoreThere is a lot of hype nowadays about moving your business ‘into the cloud’. (Even the government introduced a Cloud Computing Policy) Moving ‘into the cloud’ refers to the process of transferring the storage of your files and documents to remote servers accessed via the internet. Basically, your data is stored in a virtual environment […]
Read MoreA frequently asked question we receive in the Accounts Team is “How can I tell my invoice is really from Web24?” With all the invoicing scams in our inbox’s these days it can be hard to tell. The scammers seem to be getting very clever and unfortunately they rake in thousands of dollars every year. […]
Read MoreIn today’s digital age, every business should have some form of online presence – and this usually means employing a Content Management System (CMS). There’s a huge range of different Content Management Systems out there, and it can be overwhelming trying to make a decision. Take a look at the following five steps you should […]
Read MoreEvery business needs its own website – there’s no doubt about that. But when you’re creating a business site, it’s not just about the content and design. Before you get to any of that, you’ll need to decide how to host your website and data. The main choice you’ll have to make here is between […]
Read MoreWelcome back. This week we will be looking at question two – How will I determine if I have the performance I need? To answer this question, you first need to work out what you need (or think you need). You can then run some tests to work out if the hardware you have configured […]
Read MoreIt’s almost the end of another financial year, which means only one thing for small- to medium-sized businesses: tax time. You might be asking, ‘Isn’t it too late to take any more measures to lessen my tax burdens?’ Luckily, it isn’t. There are still some last-minute things you can do to reduce the tax strain […]
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