IT security 101: Why SSL certificates are so important
20 Jun, 2019
If you’re a regular internet user, you’ve undoubtedly noticed the increase in websites with a https address, rather than a http. The S stands for “secure” and shows that the website has an SSL (Secure Sockets Lay
IT security 101: Remote working with Virtual Private Networks
29 May, 2019
** Please note this is about VPNs for business-related file sharing. Not VPNs that let you use an IP from another country to watch Netflix! Working the 9-5 in an office is fast becoming a thing of the past, with more peo
IT security 101: physical security
17 Apr, 2019
At Empreus IT, we want to help you keep your business and its critical data secure. That’s why we’ve been running a series of articles called IT security 101. So far in the series, we’ve covered the importance of f
IT security 101: anti-virus and web protection
14 Mar, 2019
Last month, we talked about the importance of firewalls and how they add valuable security to your IT network. Comparing your business to a castle, we explored the idea of a firewall as a moat – reducing the number of
IT security 101: What is a firewall and why should you care?
18 Feb, 2019
Knowing the possible devastation that results from malicious hackers penetrating your private computer systems, wouldn’t you be willing to do just about anything to prevent it? In our last post, 2019 tech predictions y
2019 tech predictions you don’t want to ignore
21 Jan, 2019
2018 was a massive year for tech advancement, with new developments making communication, collaboration, and systemisation much faster and simpler than ever before. As we head into a year filled with the promise of even
Is Cloud VoIP right for your business?
20 Nov, 2018
One of the most essential elements of any business are the lines of communication with customers. For someone to buy from you, they need to be able to reach you, ask you questions, and place an order with you. If they ca
Why the right router is critical for your business
15 Oct, 2018
A router is a foundational piece of equipment in any IT environment. However, it rarely receives the respect it deserves when it comes to choosing the right one. While home users and micro businesses might be able to get
How protecting your email can save your business
21 Sep, 2018
To respond or not to respond? That is a question you’d rather not leave in the hands of human error when it comes to responding to an unknown email. Email is one of the world’s most used communication and marketing c
Virtualisation: invest in what you need, when you need it
20 Aug, 2018
Despite the fact that it sounds like a new age concept, virtualisation has actually been around since the earlier days of computing in the 1960s. In order to reduce the need to expand the number of physical machines (des
5 simple steps to upgrading IT
24 Jul, 2018
If you’ve headed into the new financial year with a good idea of how you’re going to budget for IT expansion or upgrades, you may be wondering how to go about implementing them. We regularly help our clients u
EOFY planning: Don’t forget IT!
06 Jul, 2018
It’s EOFY! And while the rest of the world celebrates January as the “start of a new year”, for business owners, it is July that signals the chance to start anew. It’s a time ripe for planning, strategising, and
How to prevent and recover from cryptoware
06 Jun, 2018
Cryptoware (aka Ransomware) is one of the most dangerous, annoying and frequently experienced attacks on home and business computers. Whereas once we were afraid of viruses that upset the functionality of our computers,
5 things every computer needs to avoid disaster (special offer!)
17 Apr, 2018
When you run a business that relies on computers to get the job done, something going wrong with those computers is nothing short of a disaster. If you’re a one-man-show, managing your own device seems simple enough. B
Cloud 2018: Should your business really move to Cloud this year?
20 Mar, 2018
With promises of improved collaboration, efficiency and productivity, it seems every business in Canberra is considering a move to Cloud computing this year. But is Cloud really any better than investing in an in-house s
Why we partner with experts
25 Feb, 2018
At Empreus IT, we value the knowledge and experience of experts. We could, as is common in the IT world, hire a collection of generalists and claim to do everything well. Instead, we believe in partnering with specialist
How to choose the best laptop or computer
18 Jan, 2018
When you’re looking for a new laptop or computer, wading through all of the options can be painstaking. And when you do eventually find one you like, how do you know whether it will perform as well as you need it to? H
When to invest in an IT audit
19 Dec, 2017
Businesses can grow exceptionally fast. One minute you’re sitting alone in your lounge room plugging away on your laptop, and the next you’re setting up passwords for the 5th new employee to join your team in 6 month
Why You MUST Back Up
07 Dec, 2017
Imagine for a moment that you lost every important email, every cleverly crafted document, and every precious image on your device. Websites that you’d carefully bookmarked over many years were gone, and every password
Replace or Repair? How to Make the Best Decision
16 Oct, 2017
Most people have a love hate relationship with technology. We need our laptops, phones, desktop computers, routers, printers and other devices to help us work and keep us connected. And while it would be nice if they cou
Café Owners Reaping the Benefits of Seamless New POS Systems
21 Sep, 2017
Gone are the days of old cash registers and manually typing in the cost of every purchase a customer makes…the internet has changed the way industries work, and point of sale systems are definitely no exception! Seamle
When to Invest in Your Own Server
23 Aug, 2017
Servers have been the lifeblood of organisational file sharing for decades. And while new opportunities exist within the exciting new realm of “Cloud storage”, there are still many benefits to investing in a s
Why Managed Services?
23 Aug, 2017
Building and sustaining internal capabilities is one of the toughest parts of running a business. Ensuring that you have the right systems in place to support your business in times of growth is essential, and man
6 Benefits of Outsourcing IT Support
23 Aug, 2017
Business is thriving. New customers are coming through the door every day and you find yourself needing to take on additional staff. As the business grows, so does your reliance on technology, and you know that if
