Sungard Availability Services® a leading provider of information availability through managed IT, cloud and recovery services, is further boosting its presence in Ireland with the appointment of Noel O’Grady as the new Senior Sales Director in Ireland, to lead the organisation’s growth in the country.
O’Grady will work closely with the commercial and public sector in Ireland, helping them strengthen their resilience and expand Sungard AS’s presence in several vertical markets, including finance, SaaS, transportation, manufacturing, retail, insurance and healthcare.
The appointment follows Noel’s three years as Senior Business Development Manager at Sungard AS Ireland, where he supported some of Sungard AS’ biggest customers with their production and recovery infrastructures; workplace facility and business continuity needs and delivered tailored services to help them achieve their desired business outcomes.
Calling on over 18 years’ experience working in consultative roles for several IaaS and information security firms, Noel will help clients plan their IT architecture roadmap, secure their data and help them to move mission-critical business applications to the cloud.
Speaking of the appointment, Carmel Owens, Sungard AS’s Director, Sales and Strategic Services and Country Manager for Ireland said: “We are delighted to welcome Noel to the leadership team in Ireland. Resilience is more and more important for today’s organisations to thrive in the face of continued disruptions across the business landscape. His deep expertise in IaaS and information security will be invaluable for helping our customers’ to address these challenges and opportunities.”
Remarking on his new role, Noel O’Grady said: “We’ve continued to achieve consistent growth in sales over the past few years, fueled by our ability to understand the needs of our customers and deliver cutting-edge solutions to meet them. We live in uncertain times, and as technology continues to permeate every aspect of modern-day business, it is more important than ever for organisations to be resilient to sudden change. In the short-term, the global economic and political situation is turbulent, so I’m thrilled to enter this new role to strengthen the resilience of our Irish customers.”
Internet users in Ireland score highly in relation to password security but fail to maintain good online safety habits, a survey by YouGov commissioned by Google has found. As scams are an ongoing thing and get more realistic looking by great landing pages they will continue to catch people out and we have featured many of such scams here before which has been featured in the media. One thing to note too for your own benefit is passwords to,A poll has been conducted and you get check this out and get some tips below..
The poll was conducted in advance of Safer Internet Day which occurs tomorrow, Tuesday 5th February. Safer Internet Day is an EU-wide initiative to promote a safer internet for all users, especially young people, and is promoted in Ireland by the PDST Technology in Education and Webwise. Last year saw 100,000 young people get involved in the initiative.
The Google/YouGov survey found that majority of Irish people (39%) state that they follow the recommended practice of using different passwords for each of their online accounts, with only 4.5% admitting the more risky approach of using one password for all services. However a significant proportion (45%) claim to only to change their password either less than every 6 months or never, thereby considerably reducing the effectiveness of the multiple password approach.
Similarly, half of Irish internet users use two-step verification for ‘some but not all’ of their online accounts, with a further 20% claiming to use this highly secure method of log-in for all their internet services. But again, a majority (33%) of people have never used an online tool such as Google Security Checkup to review their online security settings, with another 13% only referring to them less than every 6 months. By not using an online security auditing tool, users are exposed to a number of risks such as remaining logged in on old devices or not maintaining the correct account recovery details.
Safer Internet Day is the ideal opportunity for people in Ireland to review their online security credentials, especially in light of the Google/YouGov survey which found that three quarters of Irish users have experienced some sort of online scam or security breach: 54% of people have been the target of ‘phishing’ scams; 23% have been victims of viruses or malware which has stolen personal data; 17% have had their social media accounts hacked; and 15% have parted with money for goods or services that did not exist.*
Commenting on the findings, Ryan Meade, Public Policy Manager at Google said, “It’s great to see that so many Irish people are aware of good security techniques such as multiple passwords and two-factor authentication, and more importantly the YouGov survey shows that we actually follow these good practices too. However all this good work can easily be undone by not staying on top of security settings and regularly monitoring permissions and account activity. Services such as Google Security Checkup are clean and simple one-stop-shops for a regular “internet security NCT”, which will significantly reduce the risk posed by ever-changing and increasingly sophisticated attacks on your personal information online”.
Tips on How to Stay Safe Online this Internet Safety Day
Ensure your browser is up to date. The internet security community is a collaborative one, with developers on the most popular browsers such as Google Chrome, Apple Safari and Mozilla Firefox working together to keep web surfers safe. One way they do this is by using the open-source Google Safe Browsing platform, which they all contribute to continually, so as new threats and scams develop it is important that your browser is the latest version available. Thankfully, half the world’s online population is protected by Safe Browsing today.
Check the URL. Many online scams stem from websites that are posing as legitimate services – such as a bank, insurance company, or even Google – which ask you for sensitive information such as passwords or financial details. The best way to avoid this is to check the URL, otherwise known as the web address. Unless it’s clearly belonging to the website in question – for example Google, not Go0gle or Goggle – then it’s most likely fraudulent. The better browsers, such as Google Chrome, should alert you to this, but it’s always worth double-checking to be sure.
Vary your passwords. Thankfully, the majority of Irish people follow the recommended practice of using different passwords for each of their online accounts, according to the survey by YouGov. However almost half only change their password either less than every 6 months or never, effectively undoing most of this good work. This may be driven by a fear of forgetting new passwords, something which most browsers such as Chrome can easily resolve thanks to Password Manager, which automatically enters usernames and passwords for your favourite sites, and can even offer highly secure suggestions.
Self testing is a touchy subject for some in some circumstances and this topic today is one of those subjects. For me this is an important topic and many others and a gadget like this should be in every drivers arson for their own safety yet alone others.
OK.. Here is where I have an issue with the current law recently set. Lets take a look at the limits.. There is two…First of all this is wrong and leaves a window of opportunity leaving one to think they will get away with just the one drink. (The second test conducted proves for me I can drive under the higher limit but not on the lower,this is where the problem is with ZERO TOLERANCE and how we react differently on an individual basis to alcohol intake)We are all different and have different metabolism levels and some can handle their drinks better than others it has always been that way and always will.. So lets look at these levels..
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit is 50 milligrams (mg) for all drivers, and 20mg for specified drivers, defined as learner or newly qualified drivers (for a period of two years after passing their driving test) or professional drivers (of buses, goods vehicles and public service vehicles).
The problem I have with the above is the limit should be the same for all and ONE limit.If you are licensed to drive a vehicle you should abide by the rules simple as and two BAC limits is rather stupid. As is when we pass our test it is a lifetime ticket to drive I also have an issue with that but that is a discussion for another day.
Recently in the news it has been said we should avoid self testing as it is not accurate and I find this reactive when people are willingly trying to be pro active and a simple test like this can ultimately stop you being banned from driving or killing someone. OK it might not be accurate according to calibration levels set by the garda but lets be honest here they have not had a great run either when it comes to figures either,its the world we live in.
So what is Alco sense which has recently hit Ireland..
The Alcosense Excel senses the volume of breath exhaled during the test and takes a reading after 1.2 litres of air – ensuring the most accurate and consistent sample is always taken. Easy-to-read on-screen prompts coach you on how to, and when to, stop blowing. If you make a mistake, it tells you that too. And if you’re using your breathalyser in low light, such as a dark Winter morning, there is a light to ensure you put the blow tube into the machine correctly.
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To improve accuracy even further, readings are fine-tuned according to temperature so even if there is the biggest snowfall for 30 years, the Excel will compensate to ensure the correct reading.
The AlcoSense Excel can also be set to any worldwide limit. With detailed, clear readings in traffic light colours, the Excel will clearly alert you not to drive if you are close to or over the limit.
OK so that is AlcoSense and it is really meant for the morning after which is when many people get caught out thinking it is ok to drive which is fine. For me you should test before you go to bed so you can allow more time next day if required So I tested this out over a period of time and tested before I drank and had a meal and after my meal at both allowances here in Ireland to see how effective it is on both sides of the fence and I found it to be accurate with one small issue but nonetheless it works and results conclusive.
Set up is simple and its slide form factor reminds me of slider phones and its also a very portable unit. Once set up and to your PERSONAL limit of 20 or 50mg you will blow into the tube,there is several provided in the box and blow for around 6 seconds,don’t worry if you get it wrong it will tell you. Then you await the result to your set limit and your faith awaits you.
One issue I found was a Sensory Overload where by the manual it tells you have consumed more than a human can take in which is a false negative and means you just blew into the tube directly after having a drink and this will lock you out of the system for 24 Hours and acts as a sensor saturation repair so if you are not familiar or unsure how to use it and want to test before you go to bed don’t because you will not be able to use it the next morning which what the product is designed for but as mentioned there is no harm to check the night before either. Other than that it just works and would certainly recommend one even though they might seem pricey its a cheap price to pay if you have to use your car or drive a vehicle when you think about it.
The AlcoSense breathalyser range is available in Ireland from Halfords or direct from the company’s website –www.alcosense.ie
Note. This test was based purely on my Alcohol intake over an 6 hour period between a meal. 2 pub shots baileys and 5 pub measure shots of Captain Morgans with Orange. Results will vary per person.
If you are looking for a professional website that will help you create posters and flyers in a completely free way, you will realize that the web is full graphics programs easy to use even by beginners. So you have to select the best ones that can offer you reliable service and give you a wide choice of different models and available resources. The leading software of this category is definitely Canva. But today, we have tested DesignCap for you. I have used canva multiple times to create headers for posts on my own site and other things.
Why you should give DesignCap a try?
– Registration is free.
– No download is required. – Many professional templates. – Full poster and flyer customization.
– Posters and flyers to meet every need. – Choose elements and retouch the way you want. – Unlimited possibilities. Just unleash your creativity on DesignCap.com. Many people prefer to try their hand in the realization of graphic design projects, and that is why they are always looking for the simple, intuitive and fast services. DesignCap is suitable for those unfamiliar with the professional graphics programs but wants to create something beautiful and professional.
As you can see from the image above, the DesignCap interface is straightforward and intuitive; through the left section you can choose between: Template – where different templates are divided into categories; Photo – where you can upload a photo taken from your computer or Facebook album; Text – to add texts to your own works; Clipart – to add icons and similar elements; BKGround – to choose the background of your creations. Each design can be downloaded to your Windows or Mac computer, but it is also possible to save the project and edit it later, so you must register with the service to keep your projects in memory. DesignCap is a totally free service and to use it you only need to go to the official website https://www.designcap.com and eventually register. You can get inspiration by looking at hundreds of professional templates for various occasions and events offered on the website. DesignCap offers users a wide range of editing tools that help to customize posters and flyers with just a few clicks of the mouse, ensuring satisfactory and professional results.
To make your design even more unique, you can search for the right image among those available on the site, or upload the most beautiful and original photo suits. On Designcap.com you can also find an extensive library full of fonts, clip-art images, shapes and touches of various kinds.
If you want to embark on a journey in poster and flyer designs, DesignCap is the ideal site available. You can create graphics projects to meet various needs and cover different themes such as sales, advertising, sports, marriage, holidays and much more. Overall, you can customize the posters and flyers as you like in DesignCap. Just take a try and have fun making fantastic posters and flyers to amaze your audience.
For the gamers we have two new products in from HYPERX. We have the Pulsfire Core RGB gaming Mouse and to match it we also have the Alloy Core RGB keyboard which when lit together both look really cool under dark conditions. Today is a quick first look and unboxing of the pair and we will have a review in the coming week or two, If these are something that you might be interested in head to the links below to check em out.
Chromecast caused a stir when it was first launched in 2013, bringing smart TVs to the masses. With Chromecast, any screen with a HDMI port could instantly access the burgeoning world of streaming video services such as YouTube and Netflix, opening up a whole new viewing experience and disrupting the traditional TV delivery model. If you dont own one of these now is the time to pick one up they are a great idea solving many issues..
Google today is proud to launch in Ireland the 3rd generation of Chromecast. With a 15 percent improvement in hardware speed, increased framerate support to 60fps, better integration with Google Assistant, and a slick redesign in two colours, the new Chromecast is the ideal accompaniment to the many great devices that Google has launched in Ireland over the past year, such as Google Home, Google Wifi and Pixel 3.
The 3rd gen Chromecast is still just €39, and is available online from the Google Store or Harvey Norman nationwide.
Highlights from the new Chromecast:
Same size, but even more powerful. Thanks to a 15 percent improvement in hardware speed, our newest Chromecast supports smooth streaming in 1080p at 60 frames per second, giving you a more lifelike image. So when you’re watching the game, it will feel even more like you’re there.
Works with the apps and devices you know and love. Stream from thousands of apps such as YouTube, Netflix, BBC iPlayer, ITV, All4 and more.1 Chromecast works across platforms, whether you use an iPhone®, iPad®, Android device, Windows® or Mac® laptop, or a Chromebook.
In App controls..
Go hands-free. Chromecast and Google Home work seamlessly together. Just say what you want to watch from compatible services, like YouTube or Netflix, and control your TV just by asking. Additionally, you’ll also get visual answers on your TV when you ask Google Home about sports scores, stocks, weather and more.
Fits right in. With curved edges, a smooth finish, and available in two colours – Chalk and Charcoal – the newest Chromecast was designed to beautifully blend in with your home decor. Google paid attention to every detail, even for a product that tucks away neatly behind your TV.
More than a screen—it’s a canvas. When you’re not streaming, you can personalize your TV with new Live Albums from Google Photos. Enjoy a constantly updating stream of photos of the people and pets you care about and skip blurry ones and duplicates—all without lifting a finger. Plus, new photos will show up automatically on your TV.
Flowers or chocolates? Or, why not try being more imaginative than that? Gift your loved one an instax camera and capture special moments all year round. Make like cupid and set your loves heart alight with the perfect present this Valentine’s Day from instax.
The instax mini 9 is fun and stylish, and features an automatic brightness adjustment, as well a specially designed selfie mirror, for just the right angle. The instax mini 9 is also available in two romantic colours for the day that’s in it; poppy red and blush rose, so match the present to the bunch of roses and make sure to smile in every picture.
For loved ones who are Instagram obsessed, instax has the best present to gift this Valentine’s Day. The instax SQ6 in rose gold is the ultimate gift for a special someone who likes to turn every occasion into the picture-perfect moment. Not only does the SQ6 have a selfie mirror, but it also captures every moment in seamless symmetry in a 1:1 image, with a neat white border. Print the pictures and make a real-life heart shaped Instagram wall at home and treasure those memories forever.
Instax cameras are available in FUJIFILM stockists nationwide. Prices start from €84.99 and may vary by retailer.
As with the advancement in technology the needs and wants of humans also enhances. So, by keeping the same thing in mind, there’s an establishment of Android Mobile phones takes place. It is the best establishment that makes the life of humans easier than before. Not only is this, in this modern and technical era of the world there are also various gadgets and devices available. These advanced devices and gadgets make our lives easy. With the help of these gadgets or Android mobiles we also able run business and perform various activities by sitting at home.
The invention of these gadgets and Android Mobiles become the best and classic discovery these days. There is hardly any person who doesn’t make the use of these advanced gadgets and Mobiles. Those things or dreams which were only the means of imagination before, have now twisted into reality. The mobile phones transformed the style in which individuals interrelate with each other. Earlier there are landline phones which the people only able to make use when they are at home, office or any other particular place where the phone is available.
But, after coming of Android mobile phones individuals and people are free to make use of them easily and properly whenever and wherever they are. These gadgets are very handy and far better as compared to the landline phones. With the help of these Android mobile phones, one can easily communicate with their family members, friends, relatives, and any other person. These mobile phones are also able to send private messages, emails, and various other essential activities. People can capture images and videos on these gadgets and also listen to music whenever they want. You can go ahead with the best digital marketing campaignswith the help of androids and gadgets.
Learn about the major advantages of Android Mobiles
There are various advantages, and you can say that the benefits of Android mobiles are present. It is necessary for the users and people to know these advantages properly to make the best and perfect use of these gadgets. So, below are some major advantages of Android phones are given and about which every single individual should know –
Multitasking – These android gadgets easily perform various tasks at a single time. Unlike all other mobiles or gadgets, one can perform several activities together. The main and common example of the same advantage is that one can surf the internet as well listening music in the background.
Support all types of media – It means that these android gadgets are used to store every type of media file. One can easily capture and record any media file in these android mobiles. These gadgets support HD videos and images to get the best experience of getting entertainment.
Easiness of notification – It refers to every single activity is related to your android phone such as email, messages and all other activities easily come to your screen in the form notifications. The android technology of your mobile always alert you or give you the notifications of all types of activities, so you miss nothing with your gadget.
Bigger screen – Yes, you heard right. These android gadgets or mobiles are having a big screen so that one can perform every single task easily. So, if the people and individuals want to experience the bigger screen, then Android phones are the best choice to deal with.
Cost-saving – It is the major and foremost advantage of dealing with Android gadgets. These android phones are available in fewer amounts as compared to mobiles or gadgets which are supporting IOS. So, if people want to reach everything or want to experience every new or modern technology then making use of android phones is far better. These android gadgets are easily available online and in the market in different ranges. It means that these are available from low to high cost and users are free to choose according to their choice and budget.
Having widgets – Well, as compared to IOS operating system Android system provide more widgets to its users. In android based mobiles there are various widgets available on the home screen, and with the help of it you easily go to the setting and set it accordingly. The same feature makes it easy for users to handle the entire system accordingly and easily.
These are some common advantages of Android gadgets. These advantages also play a significant role as the reasons why one has to choose the Android gadgets over others.
Main features of Android gadgets
There are numerous features of android mobile available. All the individuals and people must know each and every single thing about these android mobiles such as their features and functions. So, below are some main features of these android mobiles given, and everybody must know about them properly –
Calling – It is the essential feature which makes these Android gadgets more useful. With the help of these phones or you can say gadgets, one can easily communicate or make calls with any other person, family members, relatives and friends who are far away from them. So, these are the best and easier way to interact with each other.
Social media apps – These android mobiles are having a good capability to run all types of social media apps in them. So, one can easily make use of any social media app while using these gadgets and also get the best experience of becoming social via these applications.
Messaging – With the help of these mobiles people can easily send or receive messages. Individuals accordingly send the text messages to any person anytime and anywhere. The same messages are available in the two forms, and that is MMS and SMS.
Camera – These android gadgets have a camera which is used to capture the pictures and videos. The camera which is including in these Android gadgets is of good quality and capture or records HD images and videos.
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By going through the entire information which is mentioned above, one can easily understand the value of Android gadgets these days. When brands have mobile responsive design things become easy for all. So, dealing with the android mobiles makes the person’s life easy, simple and stress-free these days.
Responsive Web design is a method of web design to render the web pages on a variety of devices of a different screen. The RWA will make sure that users will have comfortable visual experience when accessing your website with a not-full-width browser. How does responsive web design work? Responsive design works on grids rather than pixels; all the web pages are customised in a fixed proportional. For suppose your website has three columns design, you would define how wide they should be about the other columns, rather than how wide each should be. Media, as in, images are resized relatively too, this way an image can stay within its column or relative design element. Responsive design targets the width of each user’s web browser to determine how much space is available and how it should display the website. Breakpoints are set up to allow us to target ranges that define specific displays. For example, you generally see breakpoints for phones, tablets & desktop. 3 Reasons to Switch to Responsive Web Design A) Save Time With responsive web design, the design is created upon the fluid grid because of this there is only one design of your website. This saves a lot of time of developers & designers. B) Enhanced UI/UX Responsive web design makes the design flexible and fit for every screen. Along with this, it will enable you to outline the content of the website according to the device screen. C) Improve SEO Since the responsive web design is built upon single URL so there will be no duplication of your website that improves the ranking of your website. This will also hold for sharing your site on social media networks because all traffic will be driven to and from the same source.
