Author Archives: tim

Cloud Computing – A Reality Check

Posted on July 7, 2017 by tim

Cloud Computing is where your data and applications are on a server that is in remote building and you access it over the Internet. There are 2 cloud options: Rented: Where you rent space and applications on someone else’s server. … Continue reading →

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Don’t get held to ransom – keep your data safe and secure #igaware #utm

Posted on June 5, 2017 by tim

There are many threats to your business and personal data, and the first step to keeping important data safe and secure is to be aware of what the threats are and what steps you can take to protect your data. … Continue reading →

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Should we be worried about WCRY/WannaCry Ransomware? #WanaCry #ransomware

Posted on May 15, 2017 by tim

To date, no Igaware customers have been victims of any ransomeware, including the latest WCRY outbreak. To ensure you are protected, make sure that Windows machines have the relevant Microsoft patch – MS17-010 (SMB RCE). This was release in March … Continue reading →

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Kopano Deskapp #Kopano #linuxsbs #Igaware

Posted on May 10, 2017 by tim

The Kopano Deskapp replaces the need for MS Outlook while delivering enhanced communications options including file sharing and video conferencing. The Kopano Deskapp has the same familiar interface as Outlook so it’s a painless transition, and more painless when you … Continue reading →

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Igaware Version 13.2.11-1 released #Igaware #linuxsbs

Posted on May 2, 2017 by tim

New in Version 13.2.11-1  [ Mar 31 2017] ======================================= * New Features and Improvements * Updated the cryptography libraries ( openssl) to the lastest version for security reasons. Updated the Zarafa supporting libraries. This provides speed improvements. Added HTTP v2 … Continue reading →

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Setting up Outlook 2016/2013 with Kopano (Zarafa)

Posted on March 10, 2017 by tim

Zarafa is being renamed Kopano and Igaware customers will see the Zarafa name change in the coming weeks. Kopano Groupware is integrated with the Igaware Linux Small Business Server so can be deployed with ease, without any Linux expertise required. … Continue reading →

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Igaware Version 13.2.10 released #Igaware #linuxsbs

Posted on February 27, 2017 by tim

New in Version 13.2.10 [ Feb 23 2017] ====================================== * New Features and Improvements * Updated the kernel to version 4.4.36-64 Installed fail2ban to block remote access from persistent “script kiddies”. Updated the Zarafa system to the latest version of … Continue reading →

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Igaware Version 13.2.6 released #Igaware #linuxsbs

Posted on October 4, 2016 by tim

New in Version 13.2.6 [ Sep 28 2016] ===================================== * New Features and Improvements * Added MAX protocol option to NT4 PDC config. This allows Windows 10 machines to connect properly to the NT4 PDC Added JAR file name to … Continue reading →

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Igaware Version 13.0.4-btrfs released #Igaware #linuxsbs

Posted on April 15, 2016 by tim

New in Version 13.0.4-btrfs [ Apr 13 2016] ========================================== * New Features and Improvements * Added a Time Zone feature. The system Time Zone can now be set to reflect the customer’s geographical location. Updated the Linux Kernel to support … Continue reading →

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Igaware Version 12.1.8-ADS released #Igaware #linuxsbs

Posted on February 21, 2016 by tim

New in Version 12.1.8-ADS [ Feb 21 2016] ======================================== * New Features and Improvements * Updated the Web proxy software to the latest version. This provides performance gains and improvements in URL filtering of HTTPS sites. Updated the pattern matching … Continue reading →

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