Plain answers on IT, AI and compliance
Practical answers to the questions SMEs actually ask. Researched, backed by sources and without consultant-speak.
Proxmox vs. VMware: what virtualization costs SMEs in 2026
VMware is subscription-only now and prices have multiplied. What VVF, VCF and Proxmox VE really cost SMEs: a worked example with sources, as of July 2026.
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VMware licensing in 2026: what the Broadcom changes mean
Subscription-only, 16-core minimum, vSphere 8 support ending in October 2027: the overview for existing customers with the three options of renewing, shrinking or switching. As of July 2026.
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Migrating from VMware to Proxmox: process, risks, pitfalls
The hands-on guide for SME migrations: inventory, import wizard, Windows VMs, backup with Veeam or PBS, and the typical pitfalls with solutions. As of July 2026.
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UniFi in business: how suitable is Ubiquiti for SMEs?
No license fees, one ecosystem for network, Wi-Fi and cameras: what UniFi offers businesses in 2026, with an example setup at EU prices and the weaknesses that come with it.
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UniFi or Cisco Meraki: license costs compared over 5 years
One-off purchase versus mandatory subscription: real prices for licenses and hardware, what happens with Meraki after the license expires, and when the premium is worth it. As of July 2026.
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Video surveillance without forced cloud: UniFi Protect and the GDPR
Why the storage location decides half the GDPR assessment: local recording with UniFi Protect, the 2026 legal situation on US data transfers, and the checklist for workplace cameras.
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Local AI or cloud AI? The 2026 cost comparison for SMEs
Copilot, ChatGPT Business and Claude Team versus your own AI server: the maths for 5, 10 and 25 users over 3 years, with list prices and honest assumptions. As of July 2026.
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Using ChatGPT and co. GDPR-compliantly: a guide for SMEs
Shadow AI is the norm; only 23 percent of companies have AI rules. The clean path: tier choice, DPA, EU hosting options and the 10-point AI policy. As of July 2026.
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AI automation in SMEs: 6 use cases that actually pay off
From email triage to receipt processing: the six AI use cases with the best effort-to-benefit ratio, with sourced numbers and a 90-day starter plan.
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Is Microsoft 365 / Exchange Online GoBD-compliant?
Exchange Online stores email but does not meet GoBD requirements on its own. What the built-in tools do, where the gaps are, and how to archive in a legally compliant way.
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The EU AI Act for SMEs: what applies from 2026
The EU AI Act applies in phases, and the 2026 Digital Omnibus postponed the high-risk deadlines. All current deadlines and obligations for SMEs that use or integrate AI.
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RMM and managed IT for SMEs: managing devices centrally
What RMM (Remote Monitoring and Management) does, how proactive maintenance prevents outages, and why managed IT pays off for small businesses too.
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Custom or off-the-shelf software? What pays off for SMEs
Off-the-shelf software or a custom solution? A five-question decision framework and an honest look at total cost of ownership, so SMEs make the right choice for their case.
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Digital loyalty card without an app: customer loyalty for cafes
Why regulars are worth it, how a PWA avoids the app store hurdle, and how an ice cream shop switched from helloagain to a lean solution with Treuli.
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Sole proprietor or system house? Choosing an IT partner for SMEs
What small businesses should weigh when choosing an IT partner, from a dedicated contact to continuity risk. Honestly, from a sole proprietor's perspective.
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MailStore: on-premises or cloud archiving?
A server in your own house or hosted via a service provider: the differences between the MailStore variants and which one fits your company.
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