June 2007
More than just the smoking ban (29 June 2007)
The English smoking ban isn't the only new law coming into force on 1 July. It's well worth signing up to the Business Link site for regular updates.
ITV to slash 'Tycoon' series - understandably (29 June 2007)
The business reality show fronted by Dragons' Den man Peter Jones is in trouble; and it isn't difficult to see why.
Does your business have a no smoking policy? (28 June 2007)
If you are the owner or manager of a business then it is your responsibility to ensure your workplace remains smoke-free. Failure to comply could result in a fine of up to £2,500.
Happy birthday, PowerPoint! (27 June 2007)
It's coming up for 20 years since Microsoft bought a small Mac software company, Forethought, and its program for producing overhead transparencies.
New security advice for small companies (26 June 2007)
60% of small firms say they would grind to a halt if their IT system failed; the Get Safe Online campaign has just produced a leaflet to help them avoid such a crisis.
Portable passwords: extracting your personal data from your browser (25 June 2007)
So many websites, so many passwords. Storing your security data in your browser is fine, until you need to use the details on a different PC.
Will you escape your desk for lunch this summer? (22 June 2007)
Take part in our online poll to help us find out the truth about how many of us are still chained to our desks at lunchtime despite the rise in mobile working technology.
What's the relevance of an online community to business? (22 June 2007)
Here's the second clip from the web seminar on the relevance of Web 2.0 to business, in which Martin Cherry talks about, why he's using BT Tradespace and online community tools.
UK leads the world in online video (22 June 2007)
YouTube looks set to become more popular online than even the BBC. With Brits leading the way in watching TV on their PC, should you be looking at YouTube as a marketing channel?
ITV's Tycoon: boom or bust? (21 June 2007)
Is ITV's Tycoon the solution to your Apprentice withdrawal symptoms? Comparisons were inevitable, and in the end, it was no contest.
New poll picks the best of 'web 2.0' (20 June 2007)
You're sure to find a few sites and services among the Webware 100 which you hadn't heard of before.
Meet the BT Tradespace Tycoon (19 June 2007)
BT Tradespacer Elizabeth Hackford takes on other hopeful entrepreneurs on Peter Jones' new show Tycoon which starts tonight on ITV at 9pm.
Why all the fuss about Facebook? (19 June 2007)
With over 3.5 million members in the UK, Facebook - with its mix of sociability and stripped-back functionality - is becoming one of the most popular websites in the country.
Why Your Business Should Have More Than One Email Address (18 June 2007)
Who would've thought having more than one email address could be so useful in your business.
BT Business Builder - FREE business administration tools (18 June 2007)
BT Business Builder - a comprehensive set of tools to help you manage your business.
Refresh your Windows desktop with these freebies (18 June 2007)
If you're bored of staring at the same old Windows XP desktop, here are a few free eye-candy tools which might brighten up the daily grind.
Background noise at a bargain price (15 June 2007)
If the quiet life of working from home is just too quiet, one San Francisco marketing man has the solution.
Dealing with negative comments (15 June 2007)
Dealing with negative comments on blogs or online communities properly is going to be good for business - here's why.
The Apprentice: chaos versus control (14 June 2007)
The 'job interview from hell' comes to an end; did you agree with Sir Alan's final decision?
Business slow to engage on review sites (14 June 2007)
A new study shows that companies in one particularly internet-savvy sector haven't yet realised the power of online consumer reviews.
Tiny laptops at equally tiny prices (13 June 2007)
Several manufacturers launched new ultra-portable PCs at last week's big Taipei trade show. If you're about to buy a new laptop, you may want to hang on.
So what exactly do you mean by the term Web2.0? (12 June 2007)
In a video excerpt from our online communities web seminar, Mark White explains what the term web2.0 actually means.
7 Reasons You Should Have a Business Blog (12 June 2007)
So what are the special characteristics that Business Blogs offer and, more importantly, how can we benefit from them to develop our businesses?
Apple releases web browser for Windows (11 June 2007)
Windows users can now download a 'beta' version of Apple's Safari browser - good news for web professionals, but unlikely to inspire anyone else.
Blow people away with Moo business cards (11 June 2007)
We recently highlighted web-friendly business card company Moo; here's how one blog reader uses their service to amaze potential clients.
Lightning-fast security check for your PCs ( 8 June 2007)
Panda Software's new NanoScan website takes less than a minute to test your PC for active viruses. You might be surprised how often it finds one.
Dilbert updates the CEO on the status of his project ( 8 June 2007)
An amusing cartoon where Dilbert tells the whole truth about his project.
The Apprentice: three into two won't go ( 7 June 2007)
A pivotal moment in the BBC series this week. Thus far it's been about not getting fired; this week, it was about getting hired. And what a twist at the end!
Microsoft updates desktop blogging tool ( 7 June 2007)
First-time bloggers may find it more reassuring to start with a desktop word processor-style software application; and they don't come much better than Microsoft's new Windows Live Writer.
IFRAME blamed for web security threats ( 7 June 2007)
Maliciously embedded 'web pages within web pages' are posing an increasing risk to online security.
Better detail in Google Earth ( 6 June 2007)
Most of England now gets the high-resolution treatment, as Google releases a new version of its satellite imagery software... but not Scotland?
Study reveals UK's top e-commerce sites ( 5 June 2007)
The 'top 50' e-commerce destinations is dominated by travel and technology retailers, but there are several notable exceptions.
More places available for our social networking evening ( 4 June 2007)
Join us this Thursday for a spot of social networking and discussion on the theme of blogging and online communities for business, or watch our live web seminar online.
Who's blogging about your business? ( 4 June 2007)
It's easy to monitor the world's blogs for mentions of your company or product; and it can open some unexpected doors.
A third of bloggers write posts they regret ( 1 June 2007)
Blogging is just the latest way to get yourself sacked for gross misconduct. One expert says firms should add blogging into their office policies - and their marketing toolkit.
Google: still redefining the world of maps ( 1 June 2007)
Google Maps rewrote the rules when it launched in 2005, and new features come along regularly. But it may not always be the best option for UK-based users.
