The Knowledge Centre

We don’t think IT information that helps people should be hidden behind a paywall, and that’s why we have a pool of FREE resources here that you can dip in and out of as and when you need to.

Need to know what to do if you get hacked?

Want some info on the latest Windows update?

Worried an email you’ve received is a scam?

You can find a wealth of information on all of those subjects and more by delving into our Knowledge Centre blogs, guides and videos.

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24th August 2022

How to keep your business data safe

Making sure that your business data is safe and secure can seem like a mammoth task. We’ve put together a handy guide that might make handling your security easy.

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17th August 2022

Summer lull? How to best use quiet periods to boost your business.

Having a business can be hard especially when it comes to quiet periods. Here’s our top tips to make use of those times and boost your business for a more productive year.

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22nd June 2022

How to quickly insert text into a Word document

Microsoft Word is filled with underutilised features that can help speed up your work day, here we look at how to insert text into Word documents that you find yourself repeating over and over again.

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15th June 2022

How to get rid of the Microsoft Word welcome screen

Would you rather open Microsoft Word and get on with your work? Here’s how to turn off the annoying welcome screen.

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30th May 2022

Is it time to upgrade to Windows 11

Windows 11 is here! Here are some fantastic features that might tempt you to upgrade.

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27th May 2022

Bank holiday hackers – they won’t be taking time off

We all love a good bank holiday, hackers more than most. Time off + relaxed attitudes can lead to a cybercriminals’ pay day, and a business owners disaster.

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19th May 2022

Four signs you’re under attack from ransomware

Ransomware is a type of cyber-attack, where criminals access your systems and lock you out of them, before demanding that you pay a ransom which is usually in some kind of cryptocurrency, most likely Bitcoin.

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12th May 2022

Training is your last line of defence against cybercrime

People don’t know what they don’t know, and that’s why cyber security training at all levels is essential for the protection of your business against cybercrime.

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Need some clear and easy to understand advice? View our FAQs

What should IT services cost my business?

This question is so complex, any answer we put in here would barely scratch the surface. Simply put, each business' needs are totally unique. If you ever feel as though you're paying too much, we can explain why you do or don't need a certain product or service, and what the risks are if you wanted to opt out. We'll never ever oversell, it's just not in our nature!

What sort of training can Clearsky IT offer my team?

If you're already thinking about staying on top of personal development, you're our kind of person! As you'll see from our Knowledge Centre, we know that getting buy-in from your team can be tough, as not everyone is as passionate about cyber security as we are. That's why we make easy to watch videos, articles and guides that aren't too heavy or time consuming. We also offer a customisable academy platform to Clearsky IT clients. Book a call with us to learn more about our Support Portal.

What happens when the person fixing my problem goes on holiday or gets ill?

As a client, you and your team are given access to our Support Portal, which is available 24/7, and shows complete transparency between your business, our business and all communications relevant to your IT support needs. You can check on the progress of your query at any time, and be notified if the fix has been handed on to a colleague, or escalated to a more experienced member of the team.

Why should I trust Clearsky IT with my business security?

Clearsky IT services over 30 clients who trust our combined 50+ years of professional experience. We are always pushing ourselves to develop our service offerings to include the very latest methods for protecting your business. We're just as determined to beat the cyber criminals as you are!

Will I be bounced around a call centre?

Call centres certainly have a time and place, but when you need an urgent immediate fix, the last thing you want is to be put through to seven different call handlers before talking to an engineer. Book a call appointment for a personal call with our MD, Lee Chappell, or clients can access the Support Portal 24/7.

How do I know if I’m getting ‘good’ service from my IT supplier?

We believe that what makes a great supplier partnership is full transparency and an open attitude to discussion. We've made some changes to improve the communications between Clearsky IT and our clients, using our new Support Portal to enable clients to track every email we send, even between our own team. Anyone can book a call with us at any time to discuss their business needs, so if you're not ready to become a Clearsky IT client just yet, we will happily audit your current IT supplier for free so that you know you're getting the best value for money.

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“Cloud Heroes has enjoyed a trading relationship with Clearksy I.T. since 1998 and during that time they have proven time and again to be a reliable, trustworthy and knowledgable trading partner. I believe our relationship goes beyond the traditional buyer/seller model, and they are a true partner in the way they work with us and indeed, with some of our own customers…”

Peter Wordley, Cloud Heroes

“Thank you to the Clearsky team for all your help and support this year. It’s been a challenging one, but we now have a much more robust IT infrastructure and it has paid dividends during the past few months. Thanks to everyone there – great support from all. ”

Wiltshire Mind

“Very very impressive stuff. Your team provides a very high degree of customer comfort and confidence in the quality of your work. AND they sorted Sage accounts! Our experience of the interface with ClearskyIT is VERY positive, and I am sure it will remain so. We look forward to enjoying a long and productive relationship with ClearskyIT.”

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