We are seeing higher volumes of scams leaving customers caught with fraudulent credit card transactions and computers being compromised.  One of the recent cases has been callers posing as Microsoft staff and advising you have a problem with your computer that needs resolving.  They take your credit card details and also install software on your computer which they could later use to take your data.
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I am often asked by customers when they see my iPad about my experience with this piece of technology and what applications I use and recommend.

My experience: My iPad has become a tool I find difficult to operate without – having a 3G sim card in the device provides access while out of the office and makes connection to work and internet based applications a breeze. I would also recommend, to those who are looking at purchasing a sim for the iPad, to get a 12 month pre-paid plan. All four of the major mobile carriers offer this plan which provides the best value for money and enables bursts of data usage when needed.

Some of the key ways I use my iPad include email access, note-taking in meetings, calendar, contacts, maps, satellite navigation, utilities, entertainment, social networking, remote access, shopping and much more.
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We often hear the horror stories of mobile phone bills that run into several thousands of dollars due to mobile data – let us help ensure it’s not a story about you when travelling overseas next.

Mobile phones work in most countries and our local Australian carriers have relationships with overseas telecommunication providers so our overseas calls and data are routed and charged back to our account.  However, this convenient access comes at a premium!

Most smartphones have applications running in memory (the background) and they connect and sync over the internet on a regular basis. For example, email would be one of the largest data consuming applications for most business users.

The blow-out on a smart phone is caused when data is downloaded in a data roaming area (usually required in country areas or when overseas). The good news is data roaming can be switched off on most phones.

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Tips to stay virus free

First of all, it is good to understand what a computer virus is. Traditionally a virus is a program that can replicate itself and spread from one computer to another. Viruses have now grown into many other nasty types including malware, adware, spyware, computer worms, Trojan horses, and rootkits just to name a few. Below is a brief description of each of these:

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One of the biggest changes in the IT industry in recent times was released on the 28^th June to the public. We are anticipating Microsoft Office 365 to be a major game changer for us and, potentially, you. Therefore, in this newsletter we are investigating whether it is worthwhile considering adopting Office 365 in your business.

Microsoft Office 365 is a subscription service that combines the familiar Microsoft (MS) Office applications into a platform that is accessible via your familiar Office 2007 or 2010 applications, or it can also be accessed over the internet. It comes backed by the robust security, reliability and control you need to run your business.

Starting from $7.90 per user, per month, this subscription model is certainly going to grab the attention of business owners in small and large entities alike.

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