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Practical guidance for planning, building and running technology.
Guides and articles from the Inara Crest team on software, AI, networks, security, power, data centres, hosting, transport systems and IT support — written to help you make better decisions, whether or not you work with us.
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What to decide and document before you request quotes or start installation.
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Practical standards for cabling, power, security systems and business software.
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Keeping systems maintained, secure and documented after go-live.
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Password managers for teams
Shared spreadsheets and reused passwords are a top risk. A team password manager makes strong, unique passwords practical.
By Vicky Ogola 1 min
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Choosing UPS units when buying computers
Small UPS units protect desktops and network equipment from outages and surges — when sized for the real load.
By Kennedy Ougo 1 min
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Laptop or desktop for office staff?
Mobility, ergonomics, cost, security and lifespan point in different directions. Choose by role, not by habit.
By Kennedy Ougo 1 min
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Reseller hosting for web designers
Host client sites under separate accounts you manage — with clear agreements on support, billing and ownership.
By Micah Ondiwa 1 min
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Email hosting vs free email for business
Email on your own domain builds trust, stays with the organisation and gives control over accounts and security.
By Micah Ondiwa 1 min
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Two-factor authentication by SMS: strengths and limits
SMS codes are far better than passwords alone, but authenticator apps and passkeys are stronger. Know when each fits.
By Micah Ondiwa 1 min
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Securing IoT devices on the network
Cameras, sensors and smart devices are often the weakest devices on a network. Isolate, update and monitor them.
By David Otieno 1 min
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The 3-2-1 backup rule, explained
Three copies, two types of storage, one off site — and at least one copy that ransomware cannot reach.
By Inara Crest Engineering 1 min
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Mobile money and payment integrations: designing for reconciliation
Payment integrations fail in subtle ways. Callbacks, idempotency and daily reconciliation keep money and records in step.
By Micah Ondiwa 1 min
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Backups for websites and hosted applications
Back up files and databases separately, keep copies off the server and test restoring them.
By Micah Ondiwa 1 min
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Solar plus battery backup for offices
Solar with batteries can cut energy costs and keep essential equipment running during outages — when sized for the real load.
By David Otieno 1 min
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Fibre vs wireless last-mile: what the difference means
Fibre offers capacity and stability; wireless reaches where fibre does not. Understanding the trade-offs helps you choose and combine them.
By Vicky Ogola 1 min
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