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Watching out for Online Scammers

October 17, 2022 by Lincoln Lincoln

The internet is a source that many of us find very useful but is also exploited by criminals. Many people are not aware of the dangers online, and scammers are increasingly changing and developing scams in order to hoodwink innocent people out of their money. Image Credit Although many more things such as an AML … Read more

Reducing the Risks of Data Leaks in your Workplace

October 13, 2022 by Lincoln Lincoln

Making sure that confidential and sensitive data is kept out of the wrong hands is an essential part of running a business. Whatever type of business you run, you will have information that is stored in the office or on computers that should be kept away from people who are not authorised to see it, … Read more

What Do the Best Broadband Deals Offer?

August 3, 2022July 31, 2022 by Lincoln Lincoln

In an age where speed is king, the question is: What do the best broadband deals offer? The answers will vary by provider and area. Ideally, you’re looking for the best speeds at the most competitive prices. Providers offer similar speeds but differ in their price per Mbps. Also, make sure to check if a … Read more

Why do Banks ask for identification

June 23, 2022 by Lincoln Lincoln

Personal finance and banking have changed completely in the last 40 years. The days of a branch closing for the weekend are now unheard of. However, finding a branch is also very difficult to achieve. This is because of the internet. Computing and the Internet have opened up the ability for us to access our … Read more

UK Property types. A short guide.

January 22, 2022December 18, 2021 by Lincoln Lincoln

There are many styles and options for the UK homeowner to choose from when it comes to buying a home. Regardless of the kind of home, you choose one thing is set in stone; you will need the services of a good conveyancer company like Sam Conveyancing and their regular updates via Conveyancing news also … Read more

Bizarre world records

October 12, 2021 by Lincoln Lincoln

If you’ve ever been interested in world records, then you’ll probably know that there are some very strange ones out there. You might think that world records are just for death defying stunts or making something really huge! However, there are more mundane records being set all the time and some just plain weird ones. … Read more

Writing a successful advert

October 12, 2021 by Lincoln Lincoln

Writing a successful advert is not easy. Depending on your budget, this advert could potentially be seen by millions of consumers so getting it right is a big deal. Before starting an advertising project, two things are essential – be clear what you are offering and also what you want to achieve. Getting an advert … Read more

Where is the UK’s most stable housing market?

October 8, 2021September 3, 2021 by Lincoln Lincoln

A review of the housing market over the last 12 to 18 months has shown some surprising data about areas of the UK where there has been stability in terms of house prices, and where bubbles are starting to form. Image Credit What makes a housing market stable? In general terms, sharp increases or drops … Read more

All that you Should Know About Bachelor’s Degree

May 1, 2020 by Lincoln Lincoln

Whether you are completing high-school is currently a professional and need to acquire more knowledge in your profession, a bachelor’s degree might be the best option. Some people take a bachelor’s degree as just a certificate to show you graduated from college. But it is more than this especially if you choose a university to study for your degree. Below Viva Essay explains in a few words what a bachelors degree entail:

Eight reasons why we miss IRC 30 years after its launch

February 22, 2021April 10, 2020 by Lincoln Lincoln

At the end of this month marks thirty years of the birth of the IRC, one of the first chat systems with which many of us took their first steps on the Internet. It is an extremely simple communication protocol, based only on text, and without many of the options we see today in more advanced applications.

But despite its limitations, it had a special charm that most of today’s applications lack, which is why those of us who live through its golden age keep remembering what it was like. Therefore, here are five reasons why many of us miss the IRC.