Software Updates: To Update or Not to Update… That is the Question?
We’ve all been there. You’re in a hurry to shut down your computer when the dreaded ‘installing updates’ message appears. There is always the temptation to just log off and ignore the alert, but updates are a vital part of IT maintenance and security.
Learn How To Be Cyber Safe
Cyber attacks are rapidly increasing and evolving, with cyber criminals becoming ever more sophisticated in the way they target organisations and individuals. We take a closer look at cybercrime and its evolution and Lifeline IT’s Daniel explains how businesses need to adapt.
It’s come a long way… 40 Years of the Internet
2023 marks the 40th anniversary of the internet – a phenomenon that has revolutionised our everyday lives and enhanced communication in ways never thought possible. We take a look back over the decades at the internet’s history and how it may change in the future.
We Need You… To Find Out About the Impact of Brexit
Lifeline IT this month launches its annual IT Trends Research to find out how leaving the European Union has affected businesses and individuals. We want to know how Brexit has impacted everything from your purchasing habits, recruitment and travel, through to your IT usage and plans for overseas growth.
In the News – Lifeline IT Makes Headlines
Lifeline IT’s Amsterdam opening, the business’ decision to launch in Europe, was featured in the news recently. The company’s expansion caught the attention of both UK and European newspapers. The articles focus on how British companies are adapting to Brexit.
Neil Layton, Head of Engineering at Lifeline IT
Managing multiple, complex IT projects is just a standard working day for Lifeline IT’s Head of Engineering Neil Layton. A member of the Lifeline IT team for almost five years, we talk to Neil about his role and how things have changed in the world of IT since he started out.
IT Health Hacks for 2023
Why not break from the tradition of health and fitness resolutions and start 2023 by resolving to improve your IT habits? Begin the year by making a concerted effort to do some basic IT admin that will help your technical life run more smoothly. Our IT health hacks are a useful place to start.
2022 Highlights
As 2022 draws to a close, Lifeline IT’s Adam and Daniel are signing off for the festive season with a round-up of highlights from what’s been a great year for the company. As well as expansion in the UK and Europe, there have been fantastic staff achievements to celebrate too.
Lifeline IT Opens in Amsterdam
Lifeline IT is expanding into Europe with the launch of a new office in Amsterdam. Based in the centre of Amsterdam, this is the company’s third location following the opening of its Peterborough office in 2021 and its first site in North London when Lifeline IT was founded in 2002.
Celebrating 20 Years of Lifeline IT
This year, Lifeline IT celebrated its 20th year in the business. From a team of three to 30 staff across two offices, the company has gone from strength to strength over the past two decades. Founders Adam and Daniel look back and reflect on some of the highs (and lows).
Christmas Tech Gifts
Attention is turning to Christmas and it can also be stress-inducing, especially when it comes to Christmas presents. To help provide you with some gift inspiration, our tech twosome Adam and Daniel have come up with a wish-list of gadgets, ideal Christmas stocking fillers.
E-Waste: an opportunity to be ‘Greener’ with Tech
We’ve all heard of ‘fast fashion’ and its harm to the environment but there’s now a new concern – ‘e-waste’ caused by the vast amount of mobile phones and electrical items that are not being recycled. We take a look at the issue of e-waste and what you can do to mitigate against it.
Pirate Studios for Musicians and Artists
Lifeline IT client Pirate began as a rehearsal space for bands to hire and it now has over 700 studios worldwide that can be used by producers, DJs, bands, dancers or podcasters. We talk to Head of Product Operations Mike Brandon to find out more about the company.
The Smartwatch Phenomenon
The much-publicised Apple Watch Ultra was launched recently – the all-singing, all-dancing tech arm candy that does everything from deep sea diving to warning you of possible heart failure. We take a closer look at the Apple watch and run through its pros and cons.
Krishna Tailor – Lifeline IT’s Principal Accountant
Dealing with nearly 400 supplier and client invoices is just one of the many plates that Krishna Tailor spins each month as Lifeline IT’s principal accountant. As Krishna marks her 10-year anniversary with the Lifeline IT team, we talk to her about her crucial role.
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