Lazy days of summer Apathy in the UK During these lazy days of summer, is it pure idleness that prevents so many of us using recommended complex password policies or is it simply the human condition? WE'RE ON TWITTER... Just to let everyone know, you can now follow Astec on Twitter. Please sign up … [Read more...]
The State Of UK Broadband
July 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Ofcom have released their 'Communications Infrastructure Report 2011: Fixed Broadband Data'. The data contained in the report is quite revealing and gives some interesting data on uptake, speeds and geographical constraints. You can download the report and read it in full from here: ofcom uk broadband speed report-2011 … [Read more...]
Making your life Easier on a Windows 7 PC
July 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Most of us use a computer every day for various tasks, whether it be for work, social, gaming or grocery needs. You can do a lot of things on a computer now days. But not everyone knows how to make tasks slightly easier for themselves, especially in the user friendly Windows 7. What are the most common programs we use on a computer? I’m … [Read more...]
Newsletter April 2011
April 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Welcome to our new addition The Apprentice We're delighted to introduce you to the newest member of the team at Astec. James Copper joins as part of the 'Britain Works' apprenticeship scheme. Read more WE'RE ON TWITTER... Just to let everyone know, you can now follow Astec on Twitter. Please sign up … [Read more...]
POMPEY TO POMPEII – Raising funds for GSD
April 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
POMPEY TO POMPEII Raising funds for GSD What is Phil Astell peddling now, you ask? He's hijacked the lead story in this month's newsletter to tell of an amazing challenge for a very worthwhile cause. Read more WE'RE ON TWITTER... Just to everyone know, you can now follow Astec on Twitter. Please … [Read more...]
Press Release – Astec expands with Microsoft backed talent
April 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Local IT company expands with Microsoft backed talent. Local IT company, Astec Computing, has expanded their support team with the introduction of a new apprentice position. Eighteen year old James Copper joins the company as part of Microsoft’s ‘Britain Works’ scheme for Microsoft Partners. The scheme was … [Read more...]
Newsletter – Feb 2011
November 22, 2010 By Leave a Comment
WORK SMARTER NOT HARDER Spring clean edition Talk to Astec this Spring about simple ways to save time and boost productivity. The use of company templates is your starter for ten. See final story below. Consumers urged to improve wireless network security Sound … [Read more...]
Newsletter – Jan 2011
November 22, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The 'back to work' edition Focus on 2011 We're all back at work and staring down the barrel of 2011. But what will the New Year hold in store? An even greater emphasis on the web says our first article... Businesses to focus on the Internet in 2011 More than ever before, small … [Read more...]
Newsletter – Dec 2010
November 22, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Christmas wishes from Astec Computing As the year draws to a close, we send our best wishes to all our customers. Please read our Christmas message for a round up of 2010 and our opening times for the festive period. Read more Top 10 Christmas gadget countdown We're … [Read more...]
