Articles by Brian Turner

Brian has over 30 years publishing experience as a writer and editor across a range of computing, technology, and marketing titles. He has been interviewed multiple times for the BBC and been a speaker at international conferences. His specialty on techradar is Software as a Service (SaaS) applications, covering everything from office suites to IT service tools. He is also a science fiction and fantasy author, published as Brian G Turner.

Articles by: Brian Turner

Jetoctopus web crawler and log analyzer review

By Brian Turner last updated 4 June 24

We review the Jetoctopus on-page SEO analytics platform, looking at its pricing, features, strengths and weaknesses, and how it compares to rival SEO tools.

Best rank checking tool of 2024

By Brian Turner last updated 3 June 24

Updated We list the best rank checking tools, to make it simple and easy for you to monitor your keyword rankings and help increase traffic to your website.

Best iPhone antivirus apps in 2026

By Mike Williams, Brian Turner last updated 23 January 24

Updated Protect your device from online and offline dangers with the best iPhone antivirus apps.

A secretary at a computer desk using the best cloud HCM software.

Best cloud HCM software of 2026

By Nate Drake, Brian Turner published 18 July 23

Updated We feature the best cloud Human Capital Management (HCM) software, to make it simple and easy for organizations to manage their human resources more efficiently.

Best trade show display providers of 2026

By Brian Turner last updated 18 April 23

Updated We list the best trade show display providers, to make it simple and easy to prominently display your brand and products/services at exhibitions and events.

RingCentral MVP review

By Kieron Moore last updated 19 October 22

Updated RingCentral provides claims to offer a leading cloud-based VoIP solution for business. Here we test their claims and weigh up their features.

Vonage Business Cloud homepage October 2022

Vonage Business Cloud review

By Gabe Carey, Brian Turner, Barclay Ballard last updated 17 October 22

Vonage is a VoIP provider that gets CRM integrations right, but only if you shell out for one of the premium packages.

Best home video surveillance of 2026: smart security for your property

By Brian Turner published 14 July 22

Updated We feature the best home video surveillance kits for providing smart security for your home.

Best monitored alarm systems of 2026

By Brian Turner published 14 July 22

Updated We feature the best monitored alarm systems, to help keep your home safe and secured against intrusion.

Best home security systems of 2026

By Brian Turner, Jonas P. DeMuro, Daniel Blechynden published 13 July 22

Updated Our pick of best smart home security systems to give you extra peace of mind.

Best home automation systems of 2026

By Brian Turner published 2 June 21

Updated Control your smart home easily with our top picks for the best home automation systems.

How to write a successful business blog

By Marcus Austin, Brian Turner published 17 March 21

Handy hints and tips on the right and wrong ways to create a successful business blog

Best mining software of 2022

By Brian Turner, Jonas P. DeMuro published 3 March 21

Updated Confused about your options when it comes to mining clients? We’ve got a full guide to the best apps.

GoToConnect review

By Brian Turner, Michael Graw published 18 February 21

GoToConnect combines the Jive VoIP business phone platform with GoToMeeting to deliver a competitively priced powerhouse for communications.

HotSchedules review

By Brian Turner last updated 28 March 20

HotSchedules offers a range of time management and HR services specifically for the hospitality sector. We look at what it actually has to offer, along with its pros and cons.

ABCmouse deal: keep your kids learning at home for free with these online classroms

By Brian Turner last updated 27 March 20

Educational apps for kids of all ages. Schools may be closed, but these top-quality distance learning apps mean education doesn't have to stop.

This huge 8TB SSD fits right in your pocket - but you won't be able to buy it yet

By Brian Turner published 8 January 20

CES 2020 Mini SSD drive prototypes from SanDisk hope to draw in smartphone and laptop users.

Firefox to release VR browser for Neo 2

By Brian Turner published 7 January 20

Mozilla have teamed up with Pico Interactive to release a version of the popular browser for the Neo 2 virtual reality headset.

Seagate is bringing modular storage to businesses

By Brian Turner published 7 January 20

CES 2020 Seagate reveals modular storage to help manage needs of enterprise, cloud, and edge IT networks.

First DDR5 memory modules are out now but you can't buy them

By Brian Turner published 7 January 20

CES 2020 New DDR5 SDRAM will give datacenters major increase in memory performance.

Microsoft takes down 50 North Korean hacking sites

By Brian Turner published 31 December 19

Microsoft has taken down fifty domains used for spear phishing attacks, but the effect on attackers is likely to be limited.

Amazon Ring cameras could be easy prey for hackers

By Brian Turner published 31 December 19

Lawsuit claims that Amazon's Ring video cameras have inadequate cybersecurity, leaving consumers vulnerable to attack.

US military warns personnel against using DIY DNA testing kits

By Brian Turner last updated 31 December 19

Pentagon internal memo advises all military not to use consumer DNA testing kits.

IoT giant exposes millions of customer details online

By Brian Turner published 30 December 19

Smart device company Wyze accidentally exposed a database online containing details from 2.4 million customers.

Tencent targets video conferencing

By Brian Turner published 30 December 19

The Chinese internet giant Tencent has launched an app for video conferencing in China, after the popular US Zoom service was blocked by the Chinese government.

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