Windows 10 Security Updates End on 13 October: What You Need to Do Now
October 2, 2026
Windows 10 security updates for home users end on 13 October 2026. Here’s how to check, back up and upgrade before your PC is left unprotected.
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Practical advice for home users and small businesses across Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire.
How to Spot a Phishing Email: 6 Red Flags Everyone at Work Should Know
September 1, 2026
Six practical warning signs that an email is a scam, plus exactly what to do if you have already clicked. Plain-English advice from Geni-Tech.
Read more →Hard Drive Failing? Here’s What to Do (and What Not to Do) Before You Lose Everything
August 4, 2026
Noticed strange noises or missing files? Here’s what to do (and avoid) when your hard drive starts failing, plus your real data recovery options.
Read more →5 Smart Home Devices That Make Your House Look Lived-In While You’re Away
July 3, 2026
Heading away this summer? Here are five smart home devices that make your house look occupied while you’re out, from smart plugs to video doorbells.
Read more →Don’t Lose Everything: The Simple Backup Strategy Every Small Business Needs
April 11, 2026
Learn how to protect your business data with a simple, reliable backup strategy – covering cloud backup, local backup and the 3-2-1 rule.
Read more →Does Your Business Need a Server? Here’s How to Tell
April 11, 2026
Not every business needs a dedicated server — but for many growing small businesses, it’s the upgrade that makes everything work properly. Here’s how to decide.
Read more →CCTV for Small Businesses: What You Actually Need (And What You Don’t)
April 11, 2026
Thinking about installing CCTV at your business premises? Here’s a straightforward guide to what works, what’s overkill, and what to look for before you buy anything.
Read more →Is Your Small Business at Risk? A Plain-English Guide to Cyber Security
April 11, 2026
You don’t need to be a large corporation to be targeted by cybercriminals. Here’s what every small business owner should know — without the technical jargon.
Read more →Why Your Home Wi-Fi Has Dead Zones (And How to Fix Them for Good)
April 11, 2026
Fed up with buffering in the bedroom or losing signal in the garden? Dead zones are more common than you’d think — and there’s a proper solution that doesn’t involve moving the router.
Read more →5 Signs Your Laptop Needs a Professional Repair (Before It’s Too Late)
April 11, 2026
Is your laptop running slower than usual, crashing unexpectedly, or making strange noises? Here are five warning signs you shouldn’t ignore — and what to do about them.
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