Cyber Security
10 ways to keep your data secure in an evolving digital world
Data security in 2021 Over the course of 2021, cyber threats will continue to increase as technology naturally evolves. In…
Press Releases
Netstar IT Support wins IT Support Service of the Year at the 2021 London Prestige Awards
London, February 2021 – Netstar are delighted to announce that they have won IT Support Service of the Year at…
IT Best Practices
12 expert tips to improve PC performance and get more done
We’ve all been there; it’s a Monday morning and you need to build an extra 20 minutes into the start…
Cyber Security
5 data security tools to help your business grow over the next 6 months
Data security and business growth Business owners often view data security as entirely separate to business growth, but they shouldn’t.…
Cyber Security
Why do I need a firewall?
A firewall is an essential part of your business' security system. Without it, your network is open to threats. A…
Cyber Security
Data security for a remote workforce: 2021 trends
2020 was an extraordinarily turbulent year, with most of the world forced to work remotely for extended periods of time.…
Cyber Security
What is a password manager and why do I need one?
Passwords. We can’t get through the day without them. From logging into our social media accounts to managing our online…
Top Tips
Your simple glossary for all things Microsoft 365
Microsoft is one of the most infamous companies in the tech world. Because of their scale and the diversity of…
Cyber Security
[Free Webinar Download] Cybersecurity in a Remote World: Protecting your Business and Employees
The rise in remote working has meant that many businesses now face additional threats and challenges. Are you confident your…
IT Best Practices
Proactive IT Support – What is it and why is it crucial?
Proactive IT support will optimise business performance and fuel growth, helping you to outperform competitors and enhance your customer experience.…
IT Blog Archive
Christmas opening hours 2020
Merry Christmas from Netstar! After an especially challenging 2020, we’re here to assure you that it will be business as…
IT Best Practices
What should my IT budget be for 2021?
A question we hear a lot from business owners is “how much should I budget for IT?” The truth (frustratingly)…
Press Releases
Netstar IT Support wins 50 Best Managed IT Companies Award for third consecutive year
It was recently announced that Netstar IT Support has been selected as one of the 50 Best Managed IT Companies…
Top Tips
Our five top tips for secure, accessible passwords when working from home
Imagine this… Holly has been working from home ever since the first national lockdown in March 2020. This has been…
Top Tips
Digital innovation: You know it’s time
Digital innovation definition Digital innovation is directly linked to digital transformation, whereby technology is used to revolutionise the way a…
Top Tips
The 2021 guide to building a modern workplace with Microsoft 365
What does it mean to build a modern workplace? The way we live and work is changing every day, especially…
Devices
How mobile phone technology has changed over the last 40 years
In their most basic sense, mobile phones are used to allow us to keep in touch with others when we’re…
Top Tips
Microsoft 365: 12 super useful features you may not know about
Microsoft 365 (formally known as Office 365 – find out more about the name change here) is one of the…
Cyber Security
7 reasons UK SMEs need to prioritise data security now
Data breaches occur because SMEs make the easy mistake of assuming it “won’t happen to us.” But what happens when…
Press Releases
Netstar and Air IT group join forces
Air IT Limited is pleased to announce its most recent acquisition – adding London based IT company Netstar UK Limited…
Press Releases
Netstar’s Customer Experience Heroes of 2020
London, October 2020 – Netstar name their Customer Experience Heroes of 2020 as part of the UK Customer Experience awards.…
Cloud Computing
Cloud computing solutions: The best way to store your data
What is cloud computing and how does it work? In simple terms, cloud computing refers to the delivery of computing…
IT Best Practices
10 ways your employees can compromise business security in 2020
This year, a record number of employees have been working remotely and flexible working practices are set to stay, with…
IT Best Practices
Moving office in 2020: 10 expert tips you need to know
Moving office in 2020 Planning an office move in 2020 will be a totally new experience for any business. Whilst…
IT Best Practices
Want an easy way to boost customer satisfaction? Try a cloud phone system
Remote working and cloud phone systems In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, more people are working from home than…
Productivity
Microsoft Teams: 4 ways it can help your staff work remotely
Remote working has now become commonplace to keep staff, families, customers, and communities safe during this challenging time, in London…
IT Best Practices
IT Outsourcing: Over a third of London-based businesses do it and here’s why
The definition of IT Outsourcing IT outsourcing refers to when businesses use external service providers to deliver IT-related processes, services,…
Top Tips
How do you engage a remote workforce?
Remote working in 2020 Continuously advancing modern technology means that, for many professionals, working remotely can be just as effective…
Press Releases
Netstar IT Support London is announced as a finalist for the prestigious Customer Experience in a Crisis award!
London, September 2020 – Netstar are thrilled to announce that they have been chosen as finalists for the prestigious ‘Customer…
Top Tips
New to Microsoft Intune? Here’s what you need to know
What is Microsoft Intune? Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based device management tool that allows businesses to manage all employee devices…
Press Releases
Netstar IT Support London successfully renew their Cyber Essentials Plus certification!
London, 1st September 2020 – Last week Netstar successfully renewed their Cyber Essentials Plus certification. Cyber Essentials is a government-backed,…
IT Best Practices
Why IT strategy is more important than you think
What is an IT strategy? IT strategy refers to the governing document that outlines how technology and IT infrastructure will…
Press Releases
Netstar IT Support is announced as a finalist for The UK IT Industry Awards, Services Company of the Year 2020!
London, August 2020 – Netstar are delighted to announce that they have been selected as finalists for the Services Company…
Top Tips
The 7 biggest IT issues affecting productivity in 2020 and how to fix them
Prioritising productivity will help your business succeed during challenging times. So, to help you, we’ve compiled a list of…
IT Best Practices
5 ways technology can help you outshine the competition in 2020
Technology fuels every aspect of the modern workplace, so you need to make sure that you’re using it to…
Top Tips
Digital transformation: The number one secret for success
What is digital transformation? Otherwise known as IT transformation, digital transformation refers to the mass implementation of new technology to…