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Artificial intelligence (AI) and technology have come together in a number of ways to enhance the process of writing blogs and creating unique artwork. One of the key ways that technology and AI have come to...
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Richard approached us with a requirement for a website to showcase his wedding photography. Being a photographer, attention to detail is crucial to Richard and we worked closely with him to create a bespok...
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Free Internet Security is leaving you vulnerable Day in, day out we are all receiving emails that we have all learnt to recognise as containing computer viruses. But what about the viruses that are not...
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Don’t just store your essential business information – Protect it! You may think you have it covered with an ‘in house’ back up system, but how sufficient is it? Does it cover Outlook? All those essent...
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Grab it while you can- and get your staff to do the same! Windows 10 is coming soon, and you might be able to grab this newest version as an upgrade for FREE. Why would you want to? Here are just...
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If you are – you should really be thinking about taking advantage of a database solution. We can provide you with the ultimate package - Here at GetOnIT we’ve been developing, and using, databases since 2002....
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I.T. can and will fail. The goal in I.T. is to mitigate as best as possible the effect to work output when a failure occurs. i.e. If your phones go down, you can still email, use the database and files. If...
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From the 21st April 2015, businesses with a ‘mobile friendly’ website will be favoured by Google in search results. We can see why – 70% of initial searches are on a mobile device. It’s great that Google are...
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In today’s society people are viewing websites more frequently on smart phones and tablets. Your website needs to be easily read and functional on these smaller screens. Put simply, if your website isn’t...
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Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last 5 years, you’ve probably heard of Facebook. So you’ve heard of it, but are you using it to it’s full potential? Have you been giving it enough time...
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A new year often gives us a sense of renewal and refreshment, we vow to get fit, eat healthier and go to bed earlier. But what about our workspace, our computers? Most of us spend a lot of time sat at our des...
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“Research shows that 74% of shoppers count on social media to help them with their purchase decisions. Once potential customers find you online, social media is likely to be the first places they look...
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A recent report found that in August of this year the UK was the number 1 target for spam email – with 13.5% of all spam mail being sent our way. If you’re sifting through your email, this will come as no surp...
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Back Up There are only two types of people in the world, those that do back up and those that don’t. Which are you? Those that DON’T… 80 % of our clients don’t back up (or don’t do it correctly). We don’t...
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Whilst in the last decade most forms of technology have changed dramatically in size, TV’s getting bigger, mobile phones getting smaller (then bigger again!) and so on, one crucial piece of technol....
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More than 15,000 in the UK may already be infected by ‘Gameover Zeus’ In the news today! “Powerful computer virus could start emptying bank accounts in a fortnight unless Britons protect against attack now...
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GetOnIT is proud to support the charity Circus Starr this year. Circus Starr comes to Bournemouth on the 28th May and GetOnIT has is pleased to help support by donating tickets. Being able to experience the ma...
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You are probably already aware that as of April 8th 2014 Microsoft stopped supporting one of their oldest operating systems, Windows XP. Engineered in the late 90s and released in 2001, it’s amazing that it stil...
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If you’re using Windows XP then the most up to date browser you can use is Internet Explorer 8. Released back in 2009, Microsoft have since released 3 newer versions, meaning IE8 is fast becoming too outdated to...
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Put simply – it’s a virtual tour allowing users to have a peek inside businesses. You probably already know about Google Streetview – the mapping service by Google that allows users to explore towns and cit...
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It’s becoming clear that social networking plays a vital role in business promotion, with Facebook and Twitter being the most popular vessels for businesses to drive website referrals. One site that is fast...
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We think the main things to consider in a laptop during year 2013 that we would say are a compulsory minimum are:- Windows 8 64Bit 4 or 8Gb Ram 5 M Processor Other specifications are personal and do not di...
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The Life of a Browser If you are still using Internet Explorer on Windows XP you will be stuck on the newest possible version of Internet Explorer, v8. Microsoft has just released version V11! Windows XP i...
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There are new development agencies and freelance web designers emerging every day, so how do you know who to trust and what questions should you be asking? These top tips from GetOnIT will help you distingu...
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Ever wondered why passwords are important? Increasingly we come across innocent users falling fowl of a hacker: spyware, malware, virus, trojan etc. I am sure you have heard of most of these terms. Most of...
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Robots or (bots), as we call them in web speak, are really computer programs that are written to explorer the web. That means to go to a URL (website) and click everything in sight and see what results...
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Have you been into your local electronic retailer lately and wondered what all those colourful blocks and tiles are sliding around the screens of their newest stock of computers? Fear not! Bob Holness hasn’t just...
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As you probably know Facebook is fast growing with close to one billion registered members world wide. Due to it’s vast amount of users Facebook can be the perfect platform to build publicity and brand awarene...
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please click here Merry Christmas 2012 and Happy New Year 2013 from all of us at GetOnIT. Please click on the picture above to watch!! Make sure you have your speakers on!...
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Compel Google to eradicate searches in a suggested new privacy law. The Web giant could be forced to adhere to banning orders via search results where such material breaches an individuals privacy rights...
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Here we have a short summary comparing different points of interest regarding a few well known antivirus programmes. Panda is an annual subscription service which includes antispyware protec...
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Is Google bias about Websites? Have you ever speculated on how Google decides what result will be higher on the page than others? Or how the search giant is able to give precise and relevant results...
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If you manage a business you no doubt have an office you run. What would you do in a disaster? Would you lose all your data and go bust? 80% of companies that experience a disaster go bust immediately...
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Define Responsive Web Design. Responsive web design is the hottest topic in web design and is essential for the future success of your business which will put you ahead of your competitors. Until fairly...
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On 26 May 2012 the European Directive 2009/136/EC, regarding ePrivacy and the use of cookies on websites, entered into force. The use of cookies maybe essential for your website to work properly. This ne...
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If your website doesn’t have the latest technology to support this type of browsing, you are missing a growing populace of potential customers that will inevitably search elsewhere to satisfy their demands...
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Some companies are using Twitter as a marketing or public relations channel, much like an extension to their corporate blogs. They will post about corporate accomplishments and distribute links that ta...
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Use Microsoft Security Essentials to guard against viruses, spyware, and other evil software. It provides real-time protection for your home or small business PCs. Microsoft Security Essentials is free*...
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Choosing your domain name for your website is one of the most important steps you will take before setting up your own website or online business. It is the centre of your business identity and a direct way in w...
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Configure Disk Defragmenter Schedule in Windows 7 or Vista Windows 7 or Vista automatically configures Disk Defrag to schedule defragment to run once a week, usually at 1 am on Wednesday, this is a default...
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