ABC Service Blog: Technology, Design, Print & Telecoms Insights
Explore practical guidance from ABC Service on computer support, business technology, graphic design, professional printing and telecommunications. Our insights help businesses and organisations in Tavistock, Plymouth, Okehampton and across Devon make confident decisions about the tools and services they rely on.

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Tech History
Discover the people, products and turning points that shaped the technology we use today.
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Find practical advice on IT support, cybersecurity, networking, devices and reliable business systems.
Learn how professional print, formats, finishes and fulfilment can strengthen your marketing.
Design
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Telecommunications
Understand business connectivity, phone systems, broadband and communication solutions.
Latest technology, design, print and telecoms insights
Scannable, practical advice from our technicians, graphic designers and print craftspeople across Devon.
December Newsletter
We have seen a wide number of clients lately who have taken phone calls supposedly from various internet providers or banks. Please, if they tell you your PC, Tablet or Mobile phone has a problem DO NOT let them on to the device. This is a scam. I cannot stress this...
September Newsletter
SECURITY CONTINUED…. So I know in our last article we noted a range of things to be aware of to reduce the chance of your falling into phishing scams however, have you heard of ‘Smishing’? Smishing is a form of phishing in which an attacker uses a compelling text...
8 examples of bad security advice that you can safely ignore
Article provided by Emsisoft There’s a lot of security advice floating around the web. A lot. While much of it is solid and will help you improve your security posture, you’ll occasionally encounter advice that is not so good. For example, it’s not uncommon to see...
July Newsletter
TIPS AND TRICKS, SECURITY ONLINE We have a number of tips and tricks for being online to help keep you safe and secure. The big discussion at the moment we are having with a number of clients, especially businesses is around security. There is a number of scams doing...
How to Protect Your Online Accounts from Being Breached
Protect Your Online Accounts from Being Breached – Stolen login credentials are a hot commodity on the Dark Web. There's a price for every type of account from online banking to social media. For example, hacked social media accounts will go for between £25-60 each....
6 Ways to Combat Social Phishing Attacks
Phishing is the number one method of attack delivery for everything from ransomware to credential theft. We are very aware of it coming by email, but other types of phishing have been growing rapidly. In recent years, phishing over social media has skyrocketed by...
Practical expertise for businesses across Devon
ABC Service combines technical capability, design flair and production speed under one local roof. Whether you need immediate computer repairs in Tavistock, managed IT contracts in Plymouth, or custom print runs delivered to Okehampton, our team is directly accessible.
We bridge the gap between technical infrastructure, compelling marketing and clear customer communication without national call-centre friction.
Computer Support
Managed IT maintenance, secure backup, and workstation repairs.
Graphic Design
Branding identities, marketing campaigns, and packaging layouts.
Professional Printing
High-finish booklets, flyers, large-format posters, and stationery.
Business Telecoms
Hosted cloud PBX phone lines, business broadband, and call routing.
Need practical help with technology, design, print or telecoms?
Talk to ABC Service for friendly, experienced support across Tavistock, Plymouth, Okehampton and the surrounding area.


