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I.T Support Dorset

Business Continuity Remote Working Solutions

11th April 2020 By Paul Marsh

In March 2020 most businesses immediately employed a Remote Working Business Continuity policy for the majority of their staff as a reaction to the Coronavirus COVID19 dictate from the U.K Government. Business Continuity Solutions Southampton

The Remote Working and Business Shut Down Advice was implemented to slow the spread of the Coronavirus COVD19 and allow the NHS to manage the disease without overwhelming the NHS with lots of sick and dying patients

A large number of businesses already had in place for some time, some kind of Remote Working Business Continuity Solution for key members of staff, so were familiar with the framework for Remote Working and Business Continuity Solutions Southampton

Although no business had ever conceived prior to this, that all of their staff might have to work remotely in a business continuity scenario, and how their business might facilitate this or manage this Business Continuity Solutions scenario. Or indeed if this remote working business continuity plan could work for their business

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What kind of Remote Working Business Continuity Systems do other business have

There are many different industry types over wide range of different business styles we look after and each business has their own market niche and business priorities, although there are certain common I.T system elements that will make your Business Continuity more robust and more able to survive a remote working business continuity event

Broadband Internet

A good office Internet connection will often be one of the primary deciding factors on whether your staff can work from home or whether it will only support a very small number of staff concurrently connected remotely

There are generally a wide range of business Internet connectivity options available, no matter where your business is situated and physically located, and it is unlikely unless you are a small business with a small number of remote workers that a ordinary fibre broadband connection will be sufficient

Broadband upgrades or indeed new broadband connections rarely can be immediately implemented and made operational immediately due to the number of third parties involved in getting a new connection to your business premises. Therefore, it is paramount that this key element of your business is operational long before you have a business continuity requirement

Flexible Phone System

Most modern office business telephone systems are VoIP based, meaning that they are generally quite flexible, and traffic for the VoIP phone system will transmit across computer networks and the internet, rather than just the traditional PSTN or ISDN fixed phone line telephone networks

Often a modern business telephone system is likely to be hosted on the internet, which means you can usually take your desk phone home with you and it will still work

Although there are generally some additional considerations to look into, for example, who is your broadband provider at home, do they allow VoIP traffic, and indeed is your home internet connection quick enough for VoIP telephone calls. Also don't underestimate what impact your family can have whilst all trying to share your home internet connection.

If you have a modern VoIP office telephone system, then you are in a good place to maintain some sort of business continuity plan

VPNs

A Virtual Private Network will allow your staff to securely connect to your office through an encrypted and secure tunnel from their remote computer to enable Remote Working

Firewalls and VPNs are not natively secure 'out of the box' and are only deemed secure if properly setup, so if your VPN security hasn't been checked, get your IT Service Provider to ensure you are setup to use the latest encryption standards and both your Firewall and VPN Software is up to date

Remote Desktop Servers

Often businesses have Data and IT Systems that Remote Working Staff need to access whilst they are working remotely to remain productive and effective

A VPN is only really suited to accessing a small number of small documents across your VPN on an occasional basis, it is not suited to running software packages remotely over a VPN. This is because the nature of a VPN means it has a number of technical properties which are not the same as a Wired Network in the same office.

Your wired network connection in the Office would typically running at a Gigabit or 1000mb speed, a Remote VPN connection will only generally connect at the highest Upload Speed of the Broadband Connections in question. We have found people's home broadband connection speeds are likely to be somewhere between 1mb and 15mb which is very much considerably slower than a Wired LAN Connection

In addition, the nature of the internet means that it is a transient medium, which means that there is no guarantee that packets of information sent are guaranteed to reach their destination or indeed in a timely manner.

So, for example, if you are trying to run an Accounts Package Remotely over as VPN, it will likely be terribly slow, if indeed it does load, and you are likely to corrupt your Accounts Data. For example Sage Accounts stipulate a Gigabit network connection on a wired connection (definitely not wireless or Wi-FI), this data throughput simply wont be achieved on 'just a VPN connection'

If you have a number of Staff working Remotely and they all need Concurrent Access to the Office IT Network and Software Systems then we would usually recommend a Remote Desktop Server

A Remote Desktop Server will typically be an Extension of your Windows Desktop, it would be loaded with all of the usual Business Applications as well as Word, Excel, Outlook for example, and allow for multiple users to connect into the Business IT Systems Remotely and access Data and IT Systems as though they were actually in the office. Business Continuity Solutions.

Cloud Based Email Systems

There are generally two types of business email systems available, either an internal email system hosted within your office building or a Cloud based Email System hosted in the Cloud

Most business would typically use Outlook as their Email Client Software, and this would generally be connected to a Microsoft Exchange back end, either hosted locally within the business premises or hosted in the cloud

There are certain advantages to hosting your email in the Cloud where the number of staff working remotely or outside the business office than there is physically within the office.

An often misconception is that Cloud based email systems are more immune to I.T outages than compared to a internally hosted email system within your building, this is simply not true, all email hosting provider each have their own I.T challenges.

Hosting your email in the cloud would ensure that your office internet connection is not swamped with lots of remote working users trying to access internal email resources.

Branded Emails

With a lot of staff working remotely from their own computers, mobiles and tablets, it is very unlikely outbound emails will be sent in a consistent manner with the correct Email Footer information

Email footer information should be consistent and in the very least contain information about your Company, the person sending the email, and an legal email disclaimer. UK Companies House also insist your Company Number is also displayed on each email

Collaboration Tools

One of the major problems of remote working staff is that often internal communications can be poor and disjointed when compared to everyone working from the same office.

Additionally for a large number of employees, working remotely can suddenly become a lonely place where they have previously been used to working from a busy office in a team environment

There are many Team Collaboration tools available including Microsoft Teams, Skype, Zoom, FaceTime, WhatsApp, FaceBook Messenger and many many more

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Our Prediction of the Future

We think this Coronavirus COVID19 business disruption has enabled businesses to see that a lot of their employees can work seamlessly and productively, working remotely or working from home.

With the advice above, you could utilise this information to steer your businesses IT systems towards a better, and more robust model with features for remote working business continuity solution

This in itself is likely to see businesses scrutinising their current office space and making hard decisions on whether there is a need to expand office floor space or extend their physical office space

More widespread Remote Working or Hot Desk-ing may well become the new business norm, or indeed may see some business types no longer have a physical office presence

And those businesses wanting to attract quality staff may well offer some employees a better work-life balance by allowing some remote working

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Windows 7 Small Business Server 2011 end of life

7th May 2019 By Paul Marsh

Windows 7 End Of Life | Small Business Server 2011 End Of Life | Server 2008 End of Life | Microsoft Exchange 2010 End of Life | Microsoft Office 2010 End of Life
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Windows 7 Small Business Server 2011 end of life

The Operating Systems that run on your Servers and other devices are a key part of your businesses IT Systems

 

Windows 7 & End Of Life and Small Business Server 2011 End of Life

 

Microsoft Life Cycle

Keeping Microsoft Operating Systems upto date with patches and updates from Microsoft, helps to keep your system free from Cyber Attack and any other issues.

All Microsoft products have a product life cycle, the end of this life cycle is called “Extended support”

When the Microsoft “Extended Support” phase ends the following are no longer available

  • Paid support (via Microsoft)
  • Security update and patches
  • The ability to request a non-security hotfix (aka Extended Hotfix Support)

We want to make it clear that the software will not stop working after this date.

You need to be aware that without these key services that are available to you, the IT Security and Stability of your IT Systems is under threat.

Our final back stop is Support from Microsoft (including paid). Without this, there may be a time when we may not be able to assist with fixing issues potentially causing prolonged downtime.

 

Windows 7 & End Of Life and Small Business Server 2011 End of Life


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Century IT Services believe in highlighting this information for your attention, so you are more informed and better prepared.

By us providing you those dates, that some key operating systems that your company runs, and when the extended support expires these are noted below.

The options available with a Desktop operating system is to upgrade the existing system operating system to the latest windows operating system.

This may mean updating the memory and installing a larger hard drive. Depending on the age of the machine you may want to look at replacing it for a newer one.

 

IT Cyber Security and Stability of your IT Systems is under threat

 

Microsoft Server Operating Systems

With regards to Server operating systems. Again, you could purchase an upgraded operating system.

Unlike PC’s or Laptops, upgrading 'Live' servers will cause downtime and disruption and often the age of the Server Hardware means it should be changed or replaced.

Windows 7 & End Of Life and Small Business Server 2011 End of Life

We will provide IT Support Services and IT Support Contracts for End Of Life Products on a best endeavours basis once the Manufacturer has ended support for these products.

Our advice for all SME businesses that has Servers/ PCs and Laptops, these should be changed at least every 5 years. Most business have a 3 - 5 year IT Replacement life Cycle. This will allow for better reliability and a chance to purchase replacement parts if and when required.

I.T equipment older than 5 years in a business environment, should be considered beyond its useful, reliable life

We can provide you with an I.T Asset Audit and also provide asset utilisation and disk space projections. This will help identify problem areas and plan an I.T upgrade or replacement program

 


Extended Support End Dates

Microsoft Desktop Operating systems

Microsoft Small Business Server 2011 End Of Life
Microsoft Small Business Server 2011 End Of Life

  • Windows Vista SP2 - 11/04/2017
  • Windows 7 SP1 - 14/01/2020
  • Windows 8.1 - 10/01/2023
  • Windows 10 - 14/10/2025

 

Microsoft Server Operating systems

  • Server 2003 SP2 - 14/07/2015
  • Server 2008 R2 SP1 - 14/01/2020
  • Small Business Server 2011 - 14/01/2020
  • Server 2012 r2 - 10/10/2023

 

Microsoft Exchange Server

  • Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 -  14/01/2020
  • Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 - 11/04/2023
  • Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 - 14/10/2025

 

Microsoft Office Software

  • Microsoft Office 2007 -  13/01/2009
  • Microsoft Office 2010 - 13/10/2020
  • Microsoft Office 2013 SP1 - 10/14/2018  (11/04/2023 Extended Support)
  • Microsoft Office 2016 - 14/10/2020  (14/10/2025 Extended Support)

 


To clarify, our advice is as follows,

If you are still running any of the operating systems that are already are End of Life, replace them immediately.

We would not recommend using obsolete, unsupported or insecure Microsoft Windows operating Systems that are longer supported by Microsoft. And critically, Microsoft are no longer providing Windows Updates

If you are running any of the operating systems that will go End of Life at the end of 2019. Plan to replace them before the end of the year!

If for any reason you plan to still use an obsolete operating system, please do so at your own risk and in isolation, away from the business computer network.

 

IT Security will only be as good as the weakest link!

If you require further clarification about:-

Microsoft Windows 7 Computers, Laptops and Tablets

Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2011

Microsoft Exchange Server 2010

 

If you require further clarification about Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2011 within your organisation, please give us call and discuss this matter further.

 

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Give your IT a sense of direction

4th April 2019 By Admin

IT Installation Services and IT Maintenance Contracts

Give your IT a Sense of Direction
Give your IT a Sense of Direction

Our Expert I.T Services are unique!

We have a tailored I.T service that will fit your business, requirements and budget.

We offer each business we provide I.T Services to, a Personal IT service, working as a natural extension to our Customers Businesses where we know each of our customers by name and what their business does.

Our IT Support Desk Service will be an natural extension to your business.

Check out what our Customers say about us on our Testimonials Page

Wouldn’t you like your business to have its own I.T. department?

If you are looking to replace or upgrade your I.T Systems for your business and want an informed and experienced I.T company that specialises in the requirements of small and medium sized business give us a call.

We can offer you a confidential, no obligation discussion on your I.T requirements.

We are an IT Specialist and cover businesses in Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Sussex. Specifically in Southampton, Totton, Romsey, Eastleigh, Winchester, Salisbury, Portsmouth, Bournemouth, Poole, Blandford, Basingstoke

If you have concerns with your I.T Security or have any questions about your network give us a call.

 

Do you have an ever growing list of I.T niggles?

 

We are experts in just about anything I.T

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IT Proactive Monitoring

 

Century IT Services are based in Totton, Southampton. Hampshire and can help you with the installation or on going I.T support of your computer, server and network.

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We offer a broad range of I.T services covering, internet, email, anti-spam, anti-virus solutions

We are experts in virtually anything Microsoft Server based and have extensive troubleshooting skills.

 

Do you have an ever growing list of I.T niggles?

 

If you have an ever growing list of I.T niggles or need a server, or network installed, you have come to the right place.

You can Contact Us for a confidential, no obligation discussion of your requirements

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Broadband Running Slow or Dropping Out Troubleshooting

7th December 2018 By Admin

 

Broadband Running Slow or Dropping Out Troubleshooting?

 

Symptoms

Broadband Running Slow - Broadband Troubleshooting
Broadband Troubleshooting – Broadband Running Slow

If you are struggling with your broadband performance or reliability you may be noticing that some or all of the following anomalies:

  • Broadband drops connection and reconnects
  • Broadband Slow and Dropping Out Troubleshooting
  • Broadband download speed terribly slow
  • Download speed is slower than upload speed
  • Broadband connection drops when you make a telephone call

 

Steps to Carry Out

If you are suffering from a combination of the symptoms above, we would advise you work through the following recommendations to troubleshoot your issue. Basically your broadband provider will get you to do these tests anyway before they investigate your issues. Broadband Running Slow or Dropping Out Troubleshooting

1) Replace the Micro filter(s)

2) Test broadband with Router is plugged into BT Master Socket

3) If you have added any internal BT wiring in your office disconnect this to rule out any internal wiring fau

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4) When you have a suspected broadband issue you can usually access the router from your computer/laptop to check to see how long the router has been online and whether the broadband is connected

5) Run the BT broadband diagnostics https://speedtest.btwholesale.com (you will need java on your computer) Alternatively try a different Broadband Speedchecker for example https://www.speedtest.net

6) Plug in a normal analogue phone and listen to the dial tone – is it crackly / noisy line?

7) Try a replacement Router or Modem

Broadband Running Slow - Broadband Troubleshooting
Broadband Running Slow – Broadband Troubleshooting

 

Broadband Running Slow or Dropping Out Troubleshooting

Online Diagnostics

Broadband Running Slow or Dropping Out Troubleshooting

The BT speedtester website diagnostics will need to be run at least 3 times although you can only use the website once every three hours.

Once you have completed the above speak to your ISP and report the fault. They can have a look at the diagnostics report and decide if there is a fault with either the ISP, BT Exchange, External wiring or internet to your building.

Please try all of the above before getting a BT engineer out, our experience is a BT engineer’s visit will cost you around £130 even if they do nothing and find a problem with your internal BT wiring or even a ‘no fault found’

If you prefer an IT Person do the troubleshooting for you, give us a call and arrange a site visit

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Android settings for Microsoft Exchange Server

7th October 2018 By Admin

What is the benefit of Connecting my Android Phone

You are likely want to connect your Android phone to your company’s Exchange Email Server so you can access your work email, Contacts and Calendar on your Mobile Device. Android settings for Microsoft Exchange Server

 

Preparation

Setting up a Microsoft Exchange email account on an Android device is a very easy task.

As long as you have a couple of details to hand, can be done in a about a minute. Android settings for Microsoft Exchange Server

To set up the Exchange account, you firstly need to go into the Android’s main settings menu.

This should look something along the lines of what is shown below. You need to find the “Accounts” section of the settings list.

Android settings for Microsoft Exchange Server - Step1
Android settings for Microsoft Exchange Server – Step1

 

When you’ve found this, you need to tap on “Add account” and choose “Microsoft Exchange Activesync” from the following list that is shown.

Choose settings for Microsoft Exchange Server - Step2
Choose settings for Microsoft Exchange Server – Step2

 

The following screen of the Microsoft Exchange email setup will ask you for your Exchange email address and password that you would normally use with your computer.

Enter these, and then tap on the button down the bottom that says “Manual setup”

Android settings for Microsoft Exchange Server - Step3
Android settings for Microsoft Exchange Server – Step3

 

User Login Credentials

This will provide you with the following screen asking for a few more details for the Microsoft Exchange email account.

“Domain\User name” is the field in which you need to enter your exactly what it asks, the domain you are trying to log into, and your user name. This is followed by your normal password in the next box down.

The “Exchange Server” box is the server that your Android device will try and log into to collect you emails. This for example could be along the lines of “remote.test.co.uk”

After the details are all filled in, tap on “Next” to proceed with the setup of the Microsoft Exchange account.

 

Android settings for Microsoft Exchange Server - Step4
Android settings for Microsoft Exchange Server – Step4

 

Final Steps

The Android device should then proceed to connect to the server and test the connection to the Microsoft Exchange email account and the server.

If it is successful, then the following options should be presented to you. These fields are filled in with the defaults, but can be changed by simply tapping on one and modifying the selection.

Review Android Account Settings - Step5
Review Android Account Settings – Step5

 

This should conclude the setup of the Microsoft Exchange email account. Your emails should automatically be synced with the Android device. To access your emails, simply go into your main applications menu and click on the “Email” app.

 

Century IT Services are based in Totton, Southampton. Hampshire and can help you with the installation or on going I.T support of your computer, server and network. We offer a broad range of I.T services covering, internet, email, anti-spam, anti-virus solutions, we are experts in virtually anything Microsoft Server based and have extensive troubleshooting skills.

 

If you have an ever growing list of I.T niggles or need a server, or network installed, you have come to the right place. You can contact us on Tel. 023 80 070101 or email us at sales@century-it.co.uk for a confidential, no obligation discussion of your requirements.

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USB1.0 vs USB2.0 Performance

7th August 2018 By Admin

Overview

USB1.0 vs. USB2.0 Performance
USB1.0 vs. USB2.0 Performance

Most computers or laptops nowadays usually have a selection of USB ports. USB1.0 vs USB2.0 Performance

You can plug external devices into to extend the functionality of your computer system or laptop.

i.e. external hard disks, external tape drives, digital cameras, memory card readers, USB memory sticks etc.

Modern computers and laptops usually come with USB 2.0 ports as standard

Whilst much older computers only have the older technology USB 1.0

USB1.0 vs USB2.0 Performance

 

USB1.0 vs. USB2.0 Performance

As with all technology, advances have been made over the years to improve speed and performance of USB Ports on Computers and Laptops.

To maintain backward compatibility, newer types of USB Ports come with the same type of connector as the older USB Ports, so older USB devices can still connect and operate.

The main difference between USB 1.0 and USB 2.0 is the performance or throughput;

The USB 2.0 ports are much faster than the earlier USB 1.0. Ports. USB 2.0 has an maximum throughput of around 480 mps (megabits per second)

Whilst USB 1.0 only has an average throughput of 12 mbps. That makes USB 2.0 as much as 40 times as quick as the older USB 1.0 standard

This means that if it takes around 40 minutes to transfer some files to a USB 1.0 device, using USB 2.0 it could potentially take only 1 minute. USB1.0 vs USB2.0 Performance

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Mill House Centre
108 Commercial Road,
Totton
Southampton
Hampshire SO40 3AE

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Century IT Services is the trading name of Century IT Solutions Ltd. Registered address: Century IT Solutions Ltd., Mill House Centre, 108 Commercial Road, Totton, Southampton SO40 3AE
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