Passwords, padlocks, and passkeys: a plain-English guide to logging in better
You’ve probably started seeing the word “passkey” popping up on websites and apps recently. Maybe your phone offered to create
Andy Paddock May 17, 2026
SEO Isn’t Magic. It’s Just Good Work Done Properly.
Let’s talk honestly about SEO. Not the buzzword version. Not the agency pitch. The real thing. Because somewhere along the
Andy Paddock March 26, 2026
Does Your iPad or Tablet Really Need Replacing?
One of the most common questions I get at Coffee & Cake is: “Do I need a new tablet, or
Andy Paddock March 2, 2026
IT Support @ Coffee & Cake
A Simple Idea That Could Make a Big Difference Twice a week I sit in a local Coffee & Cake
Andy Paddock February 22, 2026
Why call myself a ‘Smart Arse’?
Yes, I know — it can raise an eyebrow. But for me, Smartarse isn’t about arrogance. It’s about hard-won experience.
Andy Paddock February 21, 2026
Windows 10 is Dead… Should You Be Worried?
This is a very common topic and comes up at most Coffee & Cake sessions: Is my computer going to
Andy Paddock February 15, 2026
How to Make Your Phone Ring Longer Before Voicemail Answers
If you’ve ever missed a call because your phone didn’t ring for long enough, you’re not alone. At our local coffee-and-cake evenings, this is one of the questions I’m asked the most — especially by people who find it hard to reach the phone quickly or who don’t always hear it right away.
Andy Paddock November 26, 2025
No, It’s You. You’re the Weak Link.
Let’s be honest, most small to medium-sized websites don’t get hacked because of some elite cybercriminal exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities or
Andy Paddock November 18, 2025
Where on Earth Are You?
Living in the villages around here, I’ve noticed something curious: lots of people don’t actually have house numbers. Instead, they
Andy Paddock August 19, 2025