10 apps you didn’t know you had in Microsoft 365
Boost productivity, save time, and improve customer experience Most people see Microsoft 365 as the place to access Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams. But there’s so much more to it than that. There are so many apps bundled in, that whatever productivity problem you have in your business right now, […]
Collaborating in real time with Word
We all love Word, and have used it for many, many years. But did you know the Word of today can do so many more things, compared to the Word of yesterday. Such as collaborating on a document in real time. Here’s how…
The Microsoft 365 tool that helps you work less and achieve more
There’s so much more to Microsoft 365 than just Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams. You’d be surprised by how much useful software is hidden in your subscription. In this video, we look at a productivity tool that lets you automate tasks across different apps.
Comparing Micirosoft 365 Plans
There is a whole range of different products available when looking at Microsoft 365 (previously known as Office 365). At Initial IT we usually advise customers on four different product which we feel offers our customers the best range of services without over-complicating the decision. The table below shows at […]
Take notes the modern way with OneNote
Note-taking is an essential skill for students and professionals. Whether it’s a board meeting, a conference, or a lecture, you will inevitably need to list, quote, and summarize certain points. Fortunately, you no longer have to rely on longhand to record your notes. With Microsoft OneNote, not only can you […]
The risks posed by Windows 10 bloatware
Have you bought a new PC or laptop recently? Don’t be too impressed by so-called value-added pre-installed software, as these take up storage space and use up processing power. More than this, a new report shows that free trial versions of browser toolbars, video games, and antivirus programs can make […]
Workplace Analytics evaluates employees’ productivity
Measuring productivity is an important process in an employee’s performance evaluation. Previously, Microsoft’s Office 365 had MyAnalytics, a tool for employees to monitor their own performance. But Microsoft improved on it with Workplace Analytics, which now allows managers to also view and evaluate their staff’s productivity. Managers can use this […]
Windows Hello simplifies logging in
You can now log in faster and more securely to your laptop, tablet, websites, or apps with Microsoft’s Windows Hello. You only have to use your camera to recognize your face or a fingerprint reader. Say hello to fingerprint, iris, and facial scans Windows Hello is an advanced biometric identity […]
Preparing for Windows end of support
According to NetMarketShare’s September 2018 data, 40.88% of users are still using Windows 7. The popular operating system (OS) is currently on extended support, but only until January 14, 2020. For Windows 10, the support clock runs out sooner than you might expect. Learn how the end of support for […]
How Office 365 deals with phishing attacks
Microsoft not only builds robust productivity solutions for its customers, but it also prioritizes their security above all else. This year, the company invested a lot of money to protect Office 365 subscribers from increasingly sophisticated phishing scams. Read on to learn more about what they did. Effective anti-phishing solutions […]