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on February 24th, 2010•
Windows Update message displayed
On March 1st, you’re likely to receive a Microsoft update that may be a little confusing! Once downloading the update, a message will appear giving you the opportunity to change your Internet browser. This update is a result of Microsoft being accused of becoming anti-competitive for bundling their browser (Internet Explorer) with their Windows operating systems. Due to EU regulations, Microsoft have been asked to present all their users a chance to download and install other web browsers- including Firefox, Opera and Google Chrome.
If you do receive this update (click the images to the left for larger screenshots) you have the option of discarding it the keeping your current Internet browser, or changing it.
Choosing your browser with Windows Update
If you’re currently using Internet Explorer and looking to try out another Internet browser, ITC recommend Mozilla Firefox.
We use it on all our computers and find it stable, easy to use and very customisable. If you’re interested in learning more about Firefox, and the available add-ons, click the links!
News•
on February 18th, 2010•
Our popular online backup service now gives you the ability to automatically synchronise documents between multiple computers and laptops. This is brilliant for accessing and easily updating your documents on the move.
For customers who use our online backup service, the configuration is simple. Open the online backup service (Usually found through Start, All Programs, My Secure Backup) click Configure then Sync Folders (click image below for example).
Sync Folders with ITC Online Backup
On the next screen click Add Sync Folder then Browse to locate your local folder (the one on your computer). You can then select what you would like to sync. Click OK to complete.
News•
on January 21st, 2010•
After both Germany and France issued warnings in regards to Internet Explorer 6, a patch has finally been released to fix the loop hole. ITC recommend installing this patch (KB978207) which is available to download from here or Windows Update. If you haven’t already, we also recommend updating your Internet Browser. If you need any help with this, please let us know!
News•
on December 10th, 2009•
The open source email client, Mozilla Thunderbird has just updated to version 3. The new and improved Thunderbird 3, released two years after the 2nd, boasts a new tab system to manage your email and multiple accounts easily, greater search functionality and a excellent automated email set-up.
Automatic Set-up with Thunderbird 3
When first opening Thunderbird, you’ll be asked to enter a name, email address and password. After entering the information required, it will automatically attempt to configure your incoming and outgoing mail server, searching several alternatives until it finds the right one!
Tabbed Email in Thunderbird 3
The new search engine is brilliant at finding the email you want in a matter of seconds. You can search your sent items, Inbox for emails from a certain address or within a time frame you choose. The search then opens up in it’s own handy tab.
The Thunderbird team has produced some nice idea’s for their new email client. The automated email set-up is a great idea, although I can see issues with custom email accounts and primarily using IMAP instead of POP.
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on December 9th, 2009•
Migrating all your documents to Windows 7 couldn’t be easier with the Windows 7 Easy Transfer Wizard.
The Easy Transfer Wizard allows you to transfers your files, pictures and music from a computer running Windows XP to Windows 7. After purchasing your new computer from ITC, you can follow the steps below:
1. On your new Windows 7 computer, click the start button and start typing “transfer your files“. Click the option “Windows Easy Transfer” once it appears in the search area.
2. Click through the welcome screen until you’re given the option of where you wish to save the settings. In this guide, we are using “An external hard disk or USB Flash Drive”. On the next screen select “This is my new computer”.
Selecting "This is my new computer"
3. Click No asking whether the files have already been saved, and click “I need to install it now” when asked do you need the Easy Transfer Wizard on your old computer.
Installing WET on your old PC
4. Select “An external hard disk or USB Flash Drive” from the options again, and wait for the transfer to finish. Once completed disconnect the hard drive safely (look for the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the bottom right) and connect it to your old computer.
5. Find the Easy Transfer file on your Hard Disk/USB Flash Drive and wait for the wizard to load.
Starting the Transfer Wizard
6. Once loaded, click the “Next” button and then select “An external hard disk or USB Flash Drive”. It will then proceed to scan your computer for the files it can copy (this can take a while- read our favourite Windows 7 features). You can “customise” each account to select which files you wish to transfer. Clicking the “Advanced” button will allow you to individually select files (for example, your Bookmarks or Favourites and Email settings).
Advanced Settings with Transfer Wizard
7. Click “Save” once complete and password protect the files if you wish. Safely disconnect your hard drive or USB Flash Drive again and reconnect it to the Windows 7 computer.
8. Once going through the process again on your Windows 7 computer, select “Yes” when asked whether the Easy Transfer files have been copied across. Find the Easy Transfer file on your external drive or USB Flash Drive and choose which settings and documents migrate.
9. The transfer may take some time depending on the amount of documents copied. Once the transfer is complete, click the option to “See a list of programs you might want to install” to give you an idea of programs you may need!
If you’re interested in migrating your email across to Windows 7, or looking to purchase a new computer with Windows 7 installed, please contact us.
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on November 27th, 2009•
ITC have now been using Windows 7 for over 2 months now, and have taken full advantage of all the new features it has to offer. We’ve included a few screen shots so you can take a look at how Windows 7 makes work easier.
 Quick document access with Windows 7 |
 Instant access to your internet pages |
 Find anything fast with Windows 7 |
 Windows 7 provides more control over peripherals |
 Windows 7 comes with a full media suite |
 Understandable security and system information. |
Our exclusive Windows 7 newsletter promotion had a huge take up, most of our free installations and migrations going within a week. We were not the only one though! Earlier this week, Steve Ballmer (Microsoft’s Chief Executive) stated “We’ve already sold twice as many units of Windows 7 as any other OS we’ve ever launched in a comparable time period, so we’re really off to quite a fantastic start with the Windows 7 product.”
If you’re still interested in upgrading to Windows 7, or looking to purchase a new computer, please contact us.
News•
on October 7th, 2009•
For the 2nd time in 2009 our website has undergone a major redesign, courtesy of our friends at Aspect Webdesign. The new theme provides us with increased flexibility, and a few behind the scenes tweaks that will allow us to integrate some other functionality over the forthcoming months. We hope you like it!
If you are an existing Internet Hosting customer of ours and need some updates or development carried out, or host elsewhere and need help getting the most from your website, get in touch with us today and we can discuss the best way forward.
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on September 30th, 2009•
ITC are pleased to announce that our secure online billing & ecommerce servers have passed the tests required for PCI DSS Compliance, which is a requirement being rolled out across the world by credit card giants Visa and Mastercard. Our UK Merchant Processing is done by Barclaycard Merchant Services, who have been informed of our compliance.
News•
on September 2nd, 2009•
ITC have received an advanced copy of the upcoming Microsoft Windows 7 operating system, which is due for release to the general public on 22nd October 2009.
As a registered Microsoft Partner, we are able to install new versions of Microsoft Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office productivity suites prior to their general release, allowing us to test the systems so that we can provide computer support to our clients immediately after the products are launched.
We have already begun using Windows 7 on several computers, and so far the results are very impressive. More information will be provided prior to the launch, and as always we will only start selling Windows 7 to our clients when we are happy that it is stable and ready to be deployed.
As part of the UK launch for Windows 7, we created a dedicated section for finding more about Windows 7. Click here to find out more.
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on August 3rd, 2009•
ITC are proud to announce that today John passed his latest Microsoft exam with flying colours and has qualified as a Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST), which is a globally recognised certification that is part of the Microsoft Certified Professional program. Congratulations John!
