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DAS vs NAS Which Attached Storage Is Right for My Business?

July 24, 2022
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Reading Time: 7 minutesWhat Storage Problem? I think we can all relate to working on a project and getting to that crucial part where we need to save or add more data only to find that we’ve run out of storage space. anyone who has used Photoshop knows the “Scratch Disk Full”…

Best CRM Software in Australia for 2022

May 31, 2022
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Reading Time: 8 minutesThe numbers don’t lie. Realising the potential benefits, Australian businesses invested more than $2.3bn in CRMs in 2018 alone. This is a global phenomenon, with over 91% of companies with more than 11 employees now using a CRM. The gold rush for CRM software in Australia and abroad is…

WordPress Web Hosting in Australia – Why it’s essential

May 18, 2021
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Reading Time: 6 minutesWhat is Web Hosting? The short version – Web hosting is a service provided by a hosting provider that allows businesses or individuals to publish their website and content on the internet. Many content management systems (like Wix & Squarespace) provide their own managed hosting services, while the likes…

Managed WordPress Hosting Australia

May 18, 2021
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Reading Time: 7 minutesManaged WordPress Hosting Australia As of 2024, WordPress powers 43% of the internet – it’s the most popular platform for building websites in the world. Major brands such as Mercedes-Benz and The Walt Disney Company are using WordPress to run their websites. If you count only the CMS-built sites, then 62.7% of…

Cheap Email Hosting in Australia

April 24, 2021
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Reading Time: 5 minutesWhen we see the words CHEAP plastered across a product or service, we often write it off as low quality. The first Pineapple brought back to Europe sold for $7,500. Temples were built to honour this illustrious fruit, and it was so exclusive that only royalty could afford to…

Let’s discuss Odoo Discuss

February 18, 2021
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Reading Time: 7 minutesInstant Messaging (IM) is an integral part of our everyday lives, even more, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. IM brings us closer together by allowing us to connect and collaborate with people regardless of their location and helps centralise the conversation for quick reference. A brief history of Instant…

Is Nextcloud the Best Zoom Alternative in 2022?

February 15, 2021
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Reading Time: 7 minutesNextcloud Vs Zoom Vs Microsoft Teams In 2021, webcam’s were one of the most sought after tech items. You would probably have had better luck climbing Mount Everest without an oxygen tank. Video conferencing experienced a surge in demand. In a world of self-isolation, it became the most critical…

Alternatives to Microsoft Office 365

February 14, 2021
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Reading Time: 5 minutesWhile Microsoft 365 remains a dominant force in business productivity, it is no longer the only viable option. A growing number of organisations are reevaluating their business workflows, and opting for alternatives that deliver similar functionality, often at lower cost, with greater control over data storage, and with flexible…

Free your data with TrueNAS (was FreeNAS) backup

February 13, 2021
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Reading Time: 12 minutesTrueNAS/FreeNAS UPDATE April 2021 TrueNAS 12.0 was released in late 2020, marking the end of the FreeNAS brand. iXsystems merged FreeNAS and TrueNAS backup into a unified platform for both free and enterprise offerings. This article still reflects the most current features. However, the merger with TrueNAS brings a…

Introduction to Odoo – the best Enterprise Resource Planning software?

February 12, 2021
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Reading Time: 6 minutesEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software You may have heard three letters “ERP” being thrown around by a large number of companies, all offering different solutions. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) encompasses a wide variety of business functions and can quickly become an area of confusion for most businesses. To keep…

Why Managed WordPress Hosting Matters for Australian Businesses

Reading Time: 2 minutesYour website is s a critical business asset. Whether you’re selling products, generating leads, or promoting your brand, the performance, security, and reliability of your site directly affect your business success. That’s where managed WordPress hosting in Australia becomes essential. Unlike shared web hosting, which simply gives you server…

Disaster Recovery as a Service: A Complete Guide for Australian Businesses

Reading Time: 5 minutesIn an age where digital operations form the backbone of business success, the question isn’t whether a disaster will strike, but when. From cyber attacks and hardware failures to natural disasters and human error, the threats to business continuity are numerous and evolving daily. Disaster Recovery as a Service…

How Much Do Managed IT Services Cost? A Guide for Australian Businesses

Reading Time: 2 minutesIf you’re a small or medium-sized business owner, chances are you’ve wondered about how much managed IT services cost. And if this model is cost-effective, when compared with the traditional “break/Fix” model. With technology playing a crucial role in business success, many companies are turning to managed IT service…

What Are Managed IT Services and how can they help your business?

Reading Time: 3 minutesAt its core, managed IT services refers to outsourcing the operation, oversight, and maintenance of your business technology systems (which includes servers, networks, security, user devices, etc.) to an external partner. Rather than waiting for IT equipment to break (the “break/fix” model), you pay a regular fixed fee and…

The Hidden Risks of WordPress Websites: Why Ongoing Maintenance Matters for Your Business

Reading Time: 3 minutesWordPress is the world’s most popular website platform — powering more than 40% of all websites online. Its flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and user-friendly design make it the top choice for small businesses across Australia. But with great popularity comes great risk. Without proper maintenance and protection, WordPress websites are highly…