Oxford IT Solutions

Oxford IT Solutions Oxford IT Solutions is an award-winning IT company based in Kidlington, Oxfordshire.

Offering expert IT help to homes and businesses since 2010, we’ve worked with over 450 clients, including small businesses, schools and home users. We are a well-established growing IT company offering a wide range of services to homes and businesses across Oxfordshire and surrounding areas.

Cyber security often sounds like a technology problem.But in many cases, it starts with everyday actions. A login used i...
26/06/2026

Cyber security often sounds like a technology problem.

But in many cases, it starts with everyday actions. A login used in the wrong place, a message that looks genuine, or access that hasn’t been reviewed in a while.

These are small moments, but they can have a big impact if the right protections aren’t in place…

25/06/2026

Stop recreating the same documents each month. This Word trick saves time…

A lovely detailed 5⭐ review we recently received..."Oxford IT Solutions were great! My computer wouldn't boot and I want...
24/06/2026

A lovely detailed 5⭐ review we recently received...

"Oxford IT Solutions were great! My computer wouldn't boot and I wanted to boot it! Why they were great was they kept it simple: they clearly fixed an appointment; someone came round when they said they would; this was James. He explained what was wrong in a way I could understand; he explained what OXIT would have to do and what the charges would be (it needed a replacement hard drive); he asked me if I wanted to go ahead. I did, even though they had to take it away to fix it. He kept in touch whilst it was away and arranged a good time to return it to me. It was Ben who brought the computer back. He was also great! He explained what had been done and got it up and running for me. So, overall, I had a great service from OXIT, because they did exactly what they said they would do, they listened to me and the charge was very reasonable. No histrionics, no big deal, just a great service! Thank you!!"

23/06/2026

Most businesses believe their data security is under control. But confidence and reality don’t always line up.

As companies grow, systems multiply, cloud apps get added, older platforms stay in place, and access permissions stack up.

And that increases risk…

It's not only us that might struggle in this heat, devices do too. Here are some tips on how to keep your devices cool a...
23/06/2026

It's not only us that might struggle in this heat, devices do too. Here are some tips on how to keep your devices cool and running smoothly...

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With the warm weather we're currently experiencing, we've been seeing an increase in support calls relating to computers and laptops shutting down unexpectedly. In most cases, this is simply your device protecting itself from overheating and there are a few straightforward things you can do to help keep things running smoothly.

Give your device room to breathe
Make sure air vents on the sides, back, or bottom of your device are not blocked by papers, bags, or walls. Laptops should sit on a hard flat surface, not on a pillow, sofa, or your lap as soft surfaces block the airflow underneath.

Keep out of direct sunlight
Direct sunlight through a window can raise the temperature of a device very quickly. If possible, move your workstation away from windows, or draw a blind during the hottest part of the day.

Check for dust build-up
Dust blocking vents is one of the most common causes of overheating. If you can see visible dust around the vents, a gentle blast of compressed air can make a real difference. Please avoid using a household vacuum directly on electronics.

Close apps you're not using
The more your processor is working, the more heat it generates. Closing browser tabs, background applications, and anything running unnecessarily reduces the load and helps keep temperatures down.

Consider switching to battery when possible (laptops)
Running on mains power with a fully charged battery still attached can generate additional heat. If your battery is healthy and you're doing light work, unplugging temporarily can help reduce the overall temperature of the device.

If your device shuts down unexpectedly, allow it to cool for at least 15–20 minutes before restarting. If it continues to happen regularly, please do get in touch, persistent overheating can sometimes indicate a hardware issue that needs attention before any damage is caused.

Got a concern or a device that isn't recovering as expected? Contact us on 01865 364995 or email [email protected] and we'll be happy to help.

Many businesses say data security is their top concern.But far fewer feel confident they would pass an external audit.Th...
22/06/2026

Many businesses say data security is their top concern.

But far fewer feel confident they would pass an external audit.

That gap usually comes from how systems evolve. New tools are added, older ones stay in place, and over time it becomes harder to keep track of where data lives and how it’s accessed…

https://www.oxforditsolutions.com/is-data-security-your-top-priority/

Q: What’s the biggest security risk for small businesses?A: Usually people, not technology. Weak passwords, phishing ema...
20/06/2026

Q: What’s the biggest security risk for small businesses?
A: Usually people, not technology. Weak passwords, phishing emails, and poor access control cause most issues.

Q: Should my business be using AI yet?
A: Yes, but in a controlled way. Start with trusted tools and clear guidelines rather than letting everyone experiment freely.

Q: My team keeps using new tools. Is that a problem?
A: It can be if it’s unmanaged. It’s best to standardise tools so you keep control of data and security.

Thank you for another lovely 5 ⭐ review! "From start to finish everyone was fantastic. The work was done in less then a ...
19/06/2026

Thank you for another lovely 5 ⭐ review!

"From start to finish everyone was fantastic. The work was done in less then a day item picked up from my home and return to my home. All items were labelled so they knew who it belonged to will definitely go to them again and will tell all friends to go there too"

18/06/2026

Scan documents anywhere using just your phone and OneDrive…

No matter what your IT problem is, we have a service that will Get Your IT Problem Solved. See our website for more info...
17/06/2026

No matter what your IT problem is, we have a service that will Get Your IT Problem Solved.

See our website for more information about all of our services - www.oxforditsolutions.com

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Kidlington

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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