Store your docs in the Cloud, they say. And we do. And some of us like it so we have multiple accounts. So when we're using Google Drive to store docs online and then cannot download them, it's a real pain! The particular error I'm referring to is this one: An unhelpful 403 Error when… Continue reading A Workaround for the Google Drive Download Error
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Create a group email list in Roundcube
An email list enables you to send the same message to a group of people. For example, you might want to send messages to a list of family members, club members, or a social group. If you've changed host and were using the webmail package on your host's server rather than a local application like… Continue reading Create a group email list in Roundcube
Do you need help to build your business website?
If you need to build a website but have never made one before, it can be a daunting task and easy to put off. Often you'll get quotes back from web developers for high prices and still not really understand what is is you're buying. Nowadays though, with new site builder tools like WordPress, unless… Continue reading Do you need help to build your business website?
How to Submit your Declaration Online as an ME in France
Anyone registered as a micro-entrepeneur (or "ME") in France is required to a submit quarterly declaration (Déclaration Trimestrielle de Recettes), which are used to determine the amount of cotisations (social charges) you will pay. These are separate from taxation and are based on the amount of money you've been paid. This can all be done online… Continue reading How to Submit your Declaration Online as an ME in France
Our hosting is Green!
As of 2019 we are happy to be able to announce that our servers are powered 100% by ''green energy''. But what does that mean? Well, in this case, it means all the energy used to power the data centre* comes from renewable sources. Because our servers are in the UK, the provider is Ecotricity.… Continue reading Our hosting is Green!
Link SkyFonts to Inkscape
Two pieces of free software I like to use are SkyFonts, a font manager that you use to manage any non-system fonts downloaded from Google Fonts or Font.com, and Inkscape, a free vector graphics tool that is a good freeware substitute for Adobe Illustrator. I find Inkscape to more akin to the old Corel Draw… Continue reading Link SkyFonts to Inkscape
Need help with your tech? Just ask…
If you live in Aude or Ariege, join me in Chalabre 11230 for a free tech support session. Just drop in and ask your questions. Free 20-minute sessions, and great coffee!
4 Ways to Backup Your Files and Prevent Data Loss
Whether you're using your computer for business or just for personal stuff, the chances are there are files, photographs and other pieces of info (passwords, etc.) that you don't want to lose. If you want to be sure you have it all, should the worst happen, are you prepared? When did you last back up… Continue reading 4 Ways to Backup Your Files and Prevent Data Loss
Facebook Pages vs. Profiles for Business
Don't get caught out by Facebook Ts and Cs by trying to run your business via a Facebook Profile. For your business you need a Page or a Group. Read on to find out why.
Install an SSL Certificate to change your website’s address from HTTP to HTTPS
Introduction Google announced last year that they were prioritising sites that had a verified SSL Certificate over those that didn't. This meant, in SEO terms, that those who made the move or who were already set up that way had a slight SEO advantage (all things being equal, which of course they never are.) They… Continue reading Install an SSL Certificate to change your website’s address from HTTP to HTTPS