Internet Explorer 11 Retirement: Internet Explorer to Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer 11 (IE11) will officially retire on 15th June 2022. This means that the IE11 desktop application will be retired from the 15th June and will not be supported from that date. After 15th June, the IE11 desktop application will be removed from in-scope versions…
Launched in October 2021, Microsoft Windows 11 is the latest Microsoft Operating System (OS) for PCs. A free upgrade has been rolled out to Windows 10 computers that meet the hardware specification, so you may have noticed a message offering you to upgrade already. New PCs are now starting to come pre-loaded with Windows 11…
Many charities and non-profits struggle with ageing servers running old, legacy applications that are too complex to move to the cloud quickly. Microsoft Azure is a great alternative to running your own physical servers or paying for space in expensive Data Centres. The best part is that Microsoft give non-profits $3,500 per year towards the…
A project is a fail if it does not meet the constraints of the project management triangle – Cost, Scope, and Time… why do some charities struggle with project management? Unclear Project Goals and Objectives Project Goals are the aspirations of the client for the project – the project purpose. Objectives are the benefits,…
Carl Rowles, Customer Success Manager at Smartdesc discusses how charities and non-profit organisations can get the most from their outsourced IT Providers or Managed Service Provider (MSP). Watch the full interview here. We know that a healthy IT function within a charity or non-profit is not just about the technology, it’s about both about the…
IT outsourcing can help charities simplify their IT operations, cut costs and improve their service levels. As with all change projects, the execution is as important as the design. However, outsourcing IT comes with its own set of risks; choosing the right partner is not just about reputation, but also about whether they are the…
IT for Charities – Useful resources and guidance for your IT Security and IT Policies As a charity IT specialist, IT Security and Policies are something we are frequently asked about, especially as most organisations are not operating in their usual working environments and, as so many staff and volunteers are using their own…
Charity IT Security – Tips and Advice for working remotely As most of us get used to life working at home, IT security can easily slip down our conscious priorities. Here are some tips and tricks on how you can help to ensure working from home is done securely, and what we all need to…
With increasing challenges to the UK workplace brought about by Coronavirus, many charities are expanding their remote working systems, or bringing forward plans to implement new tools and training to enable more agile, flexible or remote working. Here are a few points to consider based on discussions with our customers and colleagues in the industry;…
Tools, Tips and Useful Resources Threat Map! • Kaspersky interactive real time threat map. This is an interactive real time threat map showing you cyber-attacks happening in real time across the world! How secure is your password? • Ever wondered how long it would take to crack a password? Check out this link.…
