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Read everything technology and IT support related. We write about the latest tech news articles to keep you updated. We also write blogs designed to broaden your knowledge of IT and technology. IT Block also writes it's own style of tutorials and documentation designed to help anyone with their IT support and tech issues.
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IT Support 101: What is ICANN and IANA?
Ever wonder who controls the naming of websites and IP addresses on the world? Google.com or Amazon.com or Facebook.com, websites with...

IT Block
May 3, 20203 min read
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Social media boom is about to get even bigger - In the form of live streaming
As more and more weeks are added to lock downs worldwide, young people and even more so, elderly folk, are finding out new ways to fill...

Harrison Jones
May 1, 20203 min read
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Easy way businesses can be found on Google maps
Google maps are not just a side application from Google, its an independent search engine for business, services or locations people wish...

IT Block
May 1, 20206 min read
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IT Support 101 - How To Make Your Laptop Last Longer
A modern laptop endures an average life span of between 3 to 5 years, but you can make it live longer with appropriate care and regular...

Harrison Jones
Apr 28, 20204 min read
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Businesses in lockdown prone to cyber-attacks
The year 2020 will go down in history not only as the time of pandemic but also working remotely or home working. Time will tell if...

IT Block
Apr 28, 20204 min read
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Will Microsoft Come Out Stronger Than Ever?
Microsoft, perhaps the world's largest company in terms of market value (Over $1 trillion), will be looking to grow out stronger than...

Harrison Jones
Apr 27, 20204 min read
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IT Support 101: Safely clean and disinfect IT hardware
A wipe a day keeps the virus away. Not unless you know how to safely clean and disinfect your IT hardware! An essential component of IT...

IT Block
Apr 26, 20203 min read
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COVID 19: How Do Contact Tracing Apps Work?
In Singapore, we saw a high level of success initially through the use of contact tracing. But how do contact tracing apps work? Why Did...

Harrison Jones
Apr 25, 20203 min read
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Easy way to position WiFi mesh routers
Have you ever wondered the most optimal position to place your new WiFi mesh router? WiFi mesh routers, if positioned at the most optimal...

IT Block
Apr 25, 20205 min read
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Easy way to free up storage on your Windows PC
Running out of storage space in your Windows PC again? Seeing your storage get used up quickly is never a fun sight to see. Here's some...

Harrison Jones
Apr 24, 20204 min read
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IT Support 101: What is VLAN?
Would you like to learn more about VLANs? What is VLAN? The movie Inception, if you have heard of it, depicts the ability of a group of...

IT Block
Apr 24, 20203 min read
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Best online ad platforms for your ad strategy
Sticking to one online ad platform may be bad, but advertising the wrong product on the wrong ad platform is much worse. Let's learn...

IT Block
Apr 23, 20204 min read
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Best External Webcams For 2021
Looking to invest in a webcam but not sure which one to go for? Don't worry, here's a great guide to some excellent webcams on the market...

Harrison Jones
Apr 22, 20203 min read
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Easy way to make a bootable Windows 10 USB
Make a Windows 10 bootable USB drive as easy as 1-2-3... Grab your thumb drive; we are about to take you for a ride. Even if you don't...

IT Block
Apr 21, 20203 min read
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Batteries will revolutionize technology, again.
The more energy we can store into batteries, the more technologically advanced we become. Among all the inventions or technology most...

IT Block
Apr 20, 20204 min read
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How Razer shaped the aesthetics of gaming
Ever heard of Razer? These guys can give you the best-looking gaming equipment, whether you're a first-timer or a competitive player. Who...

Harrison Jones
Apr 20, 20204 min read
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Surge in home working impacts Singapore's ISP
With many firms in Singapore making the big decision to implement home working for their staff, the effects of increased broadband and...

Harrison Jones
Apr 18, 20203 min read
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IT Support 101: Google Chrome Not Starting in Windows 10
Opened up your Windows 10 PC or Laptop to find you can't start up Google Chrome? Don't stress - Here are the best steps to take to get...

Harrison Jones
Apr 17, 20203 min read
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What is a Quantum Computer?
The age of quantum computing might be upon us, and set to change the world in ways we can only imagine. There is much confusion in the...

IT Block
Apr 16, 20205 min read
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IT Support 101: On-premise server vs cloud server
Cloud sounds cool, cloud sounds sexy. But is this a want or a need?

IT Block
Apr 11, 20205 min read
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