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Nik Rawlinson

Nik Rawlinson

Nik Rawlinson has been writing about technology for the last quarter century. A former editor of Windows and Mac magazines, and author of several books in related fields, he’s an increasingly passionate advocate for Linux and open source.

Recent articles by Nik Rawlinson

34SP.com Professional Hosting review: A solid hosting plan
Web hosts

This no-nonsense, UK-based hosting deal is as easy to understand as it is to get started and administer

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Yay review: A keenly priced, feature-rich VoIP service
VoIP

Value for money adds significantly to the appeal of this flexible internet telephony service

The best coffee table books to buy in 2023
Books

Needing something to peruse while you lounge? Our picks have got you covered

WordPress 6 review: The self-hosted CMS benchmark
Website builders

The CMS goes from strength to strength, with enhanced tools and greater flexibility

Is Squarespace free? Everything you need to know
Web hosts

We explain Squarespace’s free tier and everything else you need to know about getting started without paying a penny

How to clean your PC
PCs

A few minutes spent dusting down your computer every week could help it last longer and makes for a much more pleasant working environment

What is GoDaddy? Everything you need to know
Web hosts

We explain everything you need to know about GoDaddy, including details of its current web domain and hosting services

Is WordPress free? Everything you need to know
Web hosts

Here's what you need to know about WordPress’ free tier - including whether it’s right for you

What is a CRM system? Everything you need to know
CRM

Here's what you need to know to get started on a CRM system

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The best ways to save energy in 2023
Energy

With gas and electricity prices rising, taking small but significant steps to reduce your energy consumption can deliver real savings.