Small Business Technology

Choosing a web hosting service for your small business
If you are thinking of setting up a website for your business, how do you find the right hosting company for your needs? Here are some tips from the Bytestart team to help you make your decision. [July 8, 2010] [In Create a Website]

Domain naming tips for small business owners
If you are thinking of creating a web presence for your small business, one of the most important tasks you need to do is choose the right domain name. Here are ten tips from the Bytestart team. [July 6, 2010] [In Create a Website]

Get a free website for your business
Any small businesses who are thinking of taking their first steps on the web will want to register with this new scheme, which is providing a free website for 100,000 British businesses. [July 5, 2010] [In Create a Website]

How to find good keywords for your small business website
Finding good keywords and phrases is an important area of web marketing, but how on earth do you find out which phrases are suitable for your business website, and which are too competitive to bother with? [May 26, 2010] [In Web Marketing]

Top 10 tips for choosing a business domain name
Tips for selecting your small business domain names - what to look out for, and how to protect your brand identity. [April 23, 2010] [In Create a Website]

Why site owners should think about getting links than obsessing over 'keywords'
A decade ago, site owners were obsessed by 'keywords' when seeking to propel their sites up the search engine rankings. Given that Google doesn't even recognise the keyword tag in webpages, we explain why site owners would be better off concentrating on acquiring relevant links to their sites. [April 21, 2010] [In Web Marketing]

Looking at your business website from a visitor's point of view
Google has confirmed that website speed will now be taken into account when working out search engine rankings. Although this will just be one of many ranking factors, it is small businesses who could most benefit from this change, according to an insider at the firm. [April 14, 2010] [In Create a Website]

Business broadband - what to look out for when choosing a supplier
How selecting the right business broadband provider is an important step in the start-up process, and what broadband packages are available to businesses of all sizes. [March 17, 2010] [In Broadband]

How to choose a phone system for your small business
When choosing a phone system for your small business, you will face a bewildering number of options from a large number of suppliers. To help you in your quest for an appropriate system to meet your needs, here are a number of important questions to ask potential suppliers before buying a phone system: [March 11, 2010] [In Business Technology]

A simple guide to ADSL, Cable and Mobile Broadband
As demand for broadband services has exploded over the past few years, and the number of "bundles" and offerings becomes ever more bewildering for business broadband and personal broadband users, we take a brief look at the types of broadband service available in the UK. [February 24, 2010] [In Broadband]

7 questions you should ask your IT service provider
Finding the right IT service provider for your business can be a tricky undertaking though, with numerous companies to chose from, seemingly offering the same type of service. Here are some expert tips on questions you should ask to make sure you choose an IT service provider that will allow you to focus on what you know best: your business. [January 27, 2010]

Creating your first online store – tips for success
A great article which guides you through the steps involved in setting up a web store from scratch - you need to get people to your site, make it easy and compelling for them to buy, and provide excellent customer service. [January 5, 2010] [In Create a Website]

Online marketing - getting the basics right
The growth in the use of the Internet in recent years has led to a huge shift in marketing activities to the online space. This article explains some of the key things for you to focus on to help you market effectively online. [December 15, 2009] [In Web Marketing]

Top Tips on cloud computing for small businesses
The head of Google Enterprise has put together 10 essential tips small business owners should hear in mind when getting started with 'cloud computing' [November 30, 2009] [In Web Technology]

Get more from broadband
Now the broadband market has matured, and providers have to offer more to attract customers. Here are some of the added-value features you can expect to see with some broadband packages. [November 26, 2009] [In Broadband]

Online security - how to secure your small business
Whether you’re preparing to start your own small business or are already running one, online security is essential for success. Taking a few minutes now to find the proper solution can save you costly problems and headaches later. [November 26, 2009] [In Web Technology]

How can small businesses benefit from desktop sharing software?
Desktop sharing software is an application through which one can share computer screen content live over the Web with others. It might sound trivial, yet it is a powerful tool, applicable in various business occasions such as online meetings, web conferencing, web presentations, online training and remote support. [November 6, 2009] [In Web Technology]

Free tools to help promote your brand online
A useful list of free tools that can help small companies establish a stronger online presence for their brands. [October 8, 2009] [In Web Marketing]

Data security tips for small businesses
A leading IT security specialist has provided some useful tips to small businesses on how they can improve their data security [September 9, 2009] [In Business Technology]

Keep your data safe - how to backup your business information
How can you ensure that your business data is safe without having to worry about it or spend a fortune? We look at three easy ways to backup your data. [September 2, 2009] [In Business Technology]

Most entrepreneurs mistaken over costs of setting up a business website
A recent survey has provided further evidence that many business owners are put off setting up a website due to misconceptions about the costs involved. [August 25, 2009] [In Create a Website]

Cloud computing explained - and the benefits for your business
At its simplest cloud computing describes services that you use on the internet without needing to download any software. A jargon-free guide. [August 19, 2009] [In Business Technology]

The technology that frees you to run your business from anywhere in the world (including a beach!)
Depending on what your business does, you could run it from anywhere in the world – including even a beach if you wanted to. Which technology do you need to access to make this happen. [July 21, 2009] [In Business Technology]

Can you run your business with just an iPhone or BlackBerry?
With smartphone technology improving each month, it is easy to perform many office functions from your mobile device, but could you realistically run your business from an iPhone all the time? [July 15, 2009] [In Business Technology]

The new Apple iPhone 3GS - a review for business owners
Last week, Apple launched its new iPhone 3GS in the UK. Within a week, it had sold over one million handsets. Our editor signed up for a new iPhone and looks at how this stylish product could help small business owners save time. [July 1, 2009] [In Business Technology]

10 reasons why search engines hate your website
You’ve got a great website, so it’s only a matter of time before the visitors start pouring in, right? Wrong. Without search engines ‘liking’ the look of your site, it won’t be listed and nobody will be able to find it. Tips to make your business website appeal to the search engines. [June 12, 2009] [In Web Marketing]

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