Ben Waters

Over 25 years helping build small businesses that work. Investor/Adventurer. Electronic Engineer and tech enthusiast.
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6 Simple Reasons to Invest in New Computer Hardware

Don’t let your computer hardware bring your business to a grinding halt. Contact us to talk about the best upgrade path for your IT equipment.

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How To Recognise And Help Protect Against Malware

how to recognise and help protect against malware

According to the latest Characteristics of Australian Business report, a significant percentage of Australian businesses are falling victim to cybercriminals, with more than one in five suffering from some form of cyber-attack.

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Top 4 tips to avoid email scams

Hackers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and their tactics are becoming more discreet. Email scams are often used by hackers to steal personal information and, as their methods get creative, it can be difficult to tell whether an email is real or a scam. 

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5 Tips on how to build the ultimate gaming PC

5 tips on how to build the ultimate gaming PC

Whether you’re just getting into gaming, or you’re a seasoned pro, it’s important to make sure you have a computer that will maximise your gaming experience. PC Pitstop can advise you on what you need to suit your gaming level and interests and build your ultimate but affordable gaming PC.

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5 things to look for in a good business IT Support team

Software or hardware problems can negatively impact your business, resulting in delays, unhappy customers, and lost profits. And, if you have staff, IT problems are a major cause of frustration and disengagement too. 

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data recovery: everything you need to know

Data Recovery: Everything you need to know

There are many reasons for data loss, such as broken hardware or corrupt software. Data recovery is often necessary if something is accidentally removed, or a device is damaged beyond repair. The good news is that recovering important data such as photos, documents and files is possible with IT intervention. 

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How to create a strong password

Hackers and cybercriminals are becoming smarter, so protecting your information online is essential. Creating a strong, hard-to-guess password is the first step to keeping your computer, accounts, and devices secure.

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5 things you can claim as expenses against business tax

With the end of the financial year approaching, your business might be considering what to spend any extra budget on. Investing your leftover budget into improving your current tech stack, or purchasing new gear, is an excellent way to get a tax break while benefitting your business. 

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The best computer maintenance tips for windows and apple

Best computer maintenance tips for Apple and Windows

Performing regular maintenance on your work computers is critical for ensuring they continue to function properly. A slow, laggy computer can result in lost work and a decrease in employee productivity, which can come at a big cost for a business and create a poor customer experience. 

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How remote computer health monitoring can ease your business IT headaches

How remote computer health monitoring can ease your business IT headaches

We all rely on our computers to work as hard as we do and when we need them to. A sick computer can result in lost work and a decrease in employee productivity, which can come at a big cost for a business and create a poor customer experience. 

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Why Norton Anti Virus is not right for Business

Why you shouldn’t use Norton AntiVirus for your business

Cybercrime is an ongoing issue that affects businesses throughout the world every day. All it takes is for one employee to click on a dodgy link, join the wrong network, or download an untrustworthy app, and your company’s information could be compromised within seconds. 

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How to back up your files in case of disaster

How to back up your files in case of a disaster

In today’s fast-paced digital world, backing up files is essential for every business. Losing important information because of human error, a natural disaster, cybercrime, theft, or another unexpected scenario can cripple your business. Worst-case scenario, it could force you to close your doors.  

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