Archive for the ‘Knowledge Base’ Category

How to set up an Email Account in cPanel

Friday, December 16th, 2011

This is a blog post about how to set up an Email Account in cPanel to help those with Wild Hosting accounts or anyone else using the hosting control panel - 'cPanel'. How to set up an Email Account in cPanel 1)      The first step you need to take is to open ...

In new window Print all Best printer 2011: 15 top inkjet and laser printers | News | TechRadar

Thursday, December 1st, 2011

We always like to look at what's out there so that we can offer the best reviews to our customers.       Tech Radar is a brilliant source for reviews.  We have recently read their article on top inkjet and laser printers - our personal favourites for printers are Canon, however Tech Radar ...

6 Tips to Stay Secure while browsing with Firefox

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2011

Here is a good article about staying safe when browsing with Firefox, which is one reason why we use it and one reason why we highly recommend it.  Have a read of the latest Firefox Blog which talks about ... Instant Website ID Anti-Phishing & Anti-Malware Anti-Virus Integration Plugin Check Customized Security Settings Secure Passwords You can ...

How to alter the spacing and text alignment on Word 2007-2010

Friday, October 14th, 2011

A few people have been asking us recently about the Spacing in Word 2007 and 2010 and how to set it back to what they are used to .. so we thought we would write about it :-) Hope it helps. 1) Right click on this 'Normal' icon  and select 'Modify' ...

HSBC talks about Clouds

Monday, October 10th, 2011

As you know, we have been talking a lot recently about the Cloud and what it offers.  And so we have noticed that HSBC have recently written a post about the Cloud!  Go and see for yourself what they have to say on their Knowledge Centre page. The Cloud is basically ...

10 signs your website needs an urgent makeover

Thursday, October 6th, 2011

It's so important to have a website that gives an appealing professional appeal to those who might visit you - but how do you know if you need a bit of refreshing? Here are 10 signs to when it's time to update! Are you lacking leads? - This is a bit of ...

Our Fav’s

Wednesday, August 24th, 2011

At Brandstar we are avid Android users, especially as we use GoogleApps the two integrate seamlessly just as you would expect from Google. But one thing Apple has got on the iPhone which is arguably better than any competitors is the App Store.  Google has its Market for Apps and ...

Which Smart Phone?

Wednesday, August 17th, 2011

Which Smartphone is the best ... that is almost an impossible question to answer but we have our opinion just as many others ... and we have simplified who we think each phone particularly suits! If you agree / disagree then leave a comment!   Apple iPhone Without a doubt it was Apple ...

How to share files with Dropbox

Friday, July 8th, 2011

Once you have downloaded your Dropbox software, you can add data to your files and also share with others - I have created a Brandstar folder which I can share with my colleague. You can do this by: 1)  Creating a new folder (name it to what is relevant for you) 2)  Right ...

AVG Reports In

Friday, June 24th, 2011

Just a quick word on a new feature of AVG Internet Security where it reports in with what it has been up to...                     Here you can see how hard AVG is working with this new reporting service.  It is really simple but shows you that your anti-virus is doing something ...