It may be time to change your online passwords
January 27, 2016 by simon in category NewsPassword management security company SplashData have released their annual compilation of the world’s 25 worst passwords. These are the passwords which are most commonly used throughout the world, making them some of the least secure and most obvious options for hackers and intruders to access your account.
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January 24, 2016 by simon in category Digital Marketing, NewsA great social media campaign can provide a huge boost to your business as well as your SEO campaign. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram have millions of users worldwide and give businesses a convenient route to communicate with them, providing potentially golden opportunities that you do not want to pass up.
0 0 Read moreAn exciting opportunity for North East business owners
January 22, 2016 by simon in category NewsSome of the experts from Google are heading to the North East very soon, helping local business owners to harness the internet to their advantage. On the 5th of February, the Digital Garage On Tour event will be hosted at Hartlepool College of Further Education, and those who own a business or are considering starting […]
0 0 Read moreUsing email to your advantage
January 20, 2016 by simon in category Digital Marketing, NewsMarketing is one of the most crucial considerations for any business, providing the means for you to get your message out into the world and communicate with new customers, existing clients and fellow businesses. There are many different channels for marketing, from social media to traditional letters. Of course, there is also email marketing, which […]
0 0 Read moreA new character limit will impact the future of tweeting
January 18, 2016 by simon in category News, Social MediaUp until now, Twitter has been best known for its famous 140-character limit, which created the perfect conditions for short, snappy and memorable posts from users. However, this could all change as it seems the social media giant is considering upping the limit to 10,000 characters.
0 0 Read moreThe first steps to set up your business website
January 15, 2016 by simon in category News, Website DesignIf you’re just starting out in the business world, your website is one of the most important assets you can have. An online presence can make or break a business, allowing people to find out about your company, learn what you do, connect with you and even buy products or services online. Here we will […]
0 0 Read moreAnticipating the era of musicians online
January 13, 2016 by simon in category NewsWe were all sad to hear about the death of music legend David Bowie this week. Everyone knows about his many achievements in the world of music and film, but did you know that he was also an innovator in the world of online technology?
0 0 Read moreDuckDuckGo shows that people care about privacy
January 11, 2016 by simon in category NewsDuckDuckGo, the privacy-focused search engine established seven years ago, surged in popularity in 2015. They started the year off with an average of 7.7 million searches per day, and by December the average had climbed to 10.8 million. On the 14th of December there were 12 million worldwide searches in a single day. Overall, it […]
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January 7, 2016 by simon in category News, SEOAs we head into a brand new year, it seems inevitable that the rules of SEO will continue to change. We’re looking at the trends and strategies which will dominate the world of SEO in 2016. Here are some of the most prevalent trends which SEO specialists are predicting to be hot news over the […]
0 0 Read moreApply the “principle of least effort” to e-commerce
January 5, 2016 by simon in category News, Website DesignWhen it comes to making a success of your e-commerce business, it’s always crucial to consider the psychological factors that will influence your visitors and turn them from casual browsers into actual paying customers. With a few simple psychological tricks, you can greatly boost your chances of converting visitors into customers.
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