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Blog articles list

3 Apr 2026

Security Basics for Small Business Websites: Headers, CSRF and 2FA

A practical overview of the security controls we use to protect business sites and admin areas: secure headers, CSRF protection and two-factor authentication.

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3 Mar 2026

Modernising Legacy Windows Apps: Why a Windows 11 or Linux Rebuild Is Usually Cheaper

If you're running a business app on Windows 10, 7 or XP, a modern rebuild plus data migration is usually safer and cheaper than trying to compile for legacy systems.

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25 Feb 2026

Why Small Business Websites Need Clear User Flow

A strong-looking site is useful, but clear user flow is what helps visitors become enquiries.

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20 Feb 2026

When to Build a Custom Database Instead of Using Spreadsheets

Spreadsheets are useful, but there is a point where custom data structure saves time and reduces mistakes.

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13 Feb 2026

Planning an MVP Without Overbuilding

The best MVPs solve one real problem well instead of trying to launch every feature at once.

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