DPS Tech News

31 Aug 2024

Microsoft takes the pain out of updates

 

If you’re like most people, you probably find system updates a hassle. They take ages and those big downloads eat up precious bandwidth and storage. 

Good news then: Microsoft is about to make your life a whole lot easier with the upcoming Windows 11 24H2 update. 
 
It’s introducing something called ‘checkpoint cumulative updates.’ That might sound a bit technical, but don’t worry – it’s simple and very beneficial. 
 
Normally, Windows gets its updates every month. These are known as cumulative updates, which bundle all the latest fixes and enhancements together. These bundles can be large and take a while to download and install.
 
The new checkpoint cumulative updates change this process. Instead of downloading a big update every time, your system will now receive smaller updates more frequently. These are tweaks to the last major update or checkpoint. 
 
So, what does this mean for your business? It’s great news… you’ll spend less time waiting for updates to finish so you can get back to work.
 
And, if you have a limited internet connection, smaller updates are a blessing. They use less bandwidth, so less chance of interrupting someone else’s video call.
 
The best part? All of this happens automatically through Windows Update. You don’t need to do anything differently. Your system will keep running smoothly, with most updates happening in the background. This seamless experience ensures that your work is not interrupted.
 
This isn’t the first time Microsoft has streamlined updates. When Windows 11 was first launched, Microsoft used new compression technology to reduce the size of updates by 40%. With the 24H2 update, they’re taking it a step further to ensure that your experience is even more efficient.
 
It’s also worth noting that while this new update system will be standard for Windows 11 and the upcoming Windows Server 2025, it’s less likely to be implemented for Windows 10, as that version is nearing its end of life. This means there’s even more incentive to upgrade your business to Windows 11 if you haven’t already.
 
Want to migrate to Windows 11 with zero hassle? We’re the people to talk to.
 
01 Nov 2023

DPS Tech is recognised for its data protection diligence

Date: Wednesday 1st November 2023

Title: Suffolk IT company is recognised for its data protection diligence

As a well-respected IT Support company based in the heart of Ipswich, DPS Tech are celebrating being awarded with the ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification. This certification is a recognition of a series of high standards which demonstrate that your business has systems in place to protect corporate information and data, whether this is online or offline. In a recent ISO survey* it was estimated that only 2.5% of companies had managed to gain this award. ISO 27001 isn’t a quick or easy programme for any company to achieve. Managing Partner, Dean Willingham explains, “It has taken many months of focussed work, not necessarily changing our processes but streamlining and strengthening them further. As part of working towards this award, we had to evidence all of our internal procedures, so it was extremely thorough and detailed. It was then independently assessed by a certified auditor.”

He continues, “We are delighted to finally receive this recognition after months of hard work by the whole DPS team. This award for us encompasses the effort that has been put in by the individual staff members and their effective teamwork. ISO 27001 is a highly regarded international, industry standard that provides the framework for an effective Information Security Management System. It sets out the policies and procedures needed to protect your organisation and includes all the risk controls necessary for robust IT security management. Knowing that we are now a company with this important accolade, gives clients real peace of mind that they are dealing with an IT company who take the protection of their data extremely seriously.”

DPS Tech support a wide range of organisations both locally and nationally covering many sectors including Shipping and Logistics, Manufacturing, and Education. Established in 2001, and built upon a foundation of technical expertise, they have a solid reputation for delivering innovative and trusted technology, combined with dependable and proactive IT Support for their customers.

Dean continues, “We are one of the very few IT companies to have worked meticulously to achieve this ISO accreditation. The processes we use, provide a systematic approach to risk management, addressing the three pillars of information security which are People, Process and Technology and I couldn’t be prouder of the whole DPS team for their commitment to this project. It is clear our industry is going to be subject to regulations as we have such a privileged position with a company’s systems and data; this helps galvanise our position as a Cyber Security focused provider.”

DPS work closely with leading manufacturers and continually invest in staff and in-house systems. It’s all part of their commitment to providing the infrastructure and support to allow businesses to grow and operate effectively. Dean concludes, “We pride ourselves on a non-jargon approach. We become integral to our clients’ organisations large or small. Giving the reassurance of a reliable, now ISO 27001 accredited IT system, with a proactive support which also potentially adds this accreditation to the clients supply chain.”

You can contact DPS Tech via www.dpstech.co.uk or follow them on /dpstechgroup

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*Based on the ISO 2020 survey.

Please contact Steph Mackentyre, In View Publicity for details 07957 859343.

03 May 2023

DPS Tech sponsor Beamback to Portman Road

Ipswich Town Football Club will be hosting a beamback at Portman Road for Sunday's final game of the 2022/23 season against Fleetwood.

Town, who sealed promotion to the Championship on Saturday afternoon, will secure the League One title if they better Plymouth's result this weekend.

With extensive pitchworks already under way ahead of the 2023/23 campaign, the Fleetwood beamback will take place in the FanZone, with up to 5,000 supporters able to take in the action on two big screens.

DPS Tech are proud to be sponsoring this beamback event for which full details can be found at https://www.itfc.co.uk/news/2023/may/beamback-for-fleetwood-fixture/

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