Articles by Barclay Ballard

Barclay has been writing about technology for a decade, starting out as a freelancer with ITProPortal covering everything from London’s start-up scene to comparisons of the best cloud storage services. After that, he spent some time as the managing editor of an online outlet focusing on cloud computing, furthering his interest in virtualization, Big Data, and the Internet of Things.

The role also allowed him to gain knowledge of SEO and social media hashtags, as well as take part in a press trip or two. A visit to Prague for the Huawei Cloud Congress Europe 2016 was a particular highlight. He eventually returned to freelancing, writing news and feature pieces for TechRadar Pro. Cloud remains a primary interest but he’s also happy covering the hardware and software that powers productivity in workplaces around the world as they attempt to manage the transition to hybrid working.

Articles by: Barclay Ballard

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Best free cloud storage of 2025: ranked, rated, and reviewed

By Desire Athow last updated 29 October 25

We've tested the best free cloud storage services, to help you to back up your files, folders and other data safely and securely offsite.

Best cloud storage of 2025: tested, reviewed and rated by experts

By Benedict Collins last updated 28 October 25

I've ranked the best cloud storage services of 2025, to help you keep your data secure in the cloud.

Best Microsoft Teams app of 2025

By Barclay Ballard last updated 13 October 25

We list the best Microsoft Teams apps, to make it simple and easy to expand your Team's communication, productivity and training opportunities.

Best way to backup photos of 2025

By Desire Athow last updated 10 October 25

Updated We list the best ways to backup photos, to make it simple and easy to keep your images safe and secure.

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Best free backup software of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 9 October 25

Updated We list the best free backup software, to you automate your data backups without having to pay for a subscription.

Best backup software of 2025: rated and reviewed

By Benedict Collins last updated 9 October 25

Updated We've tested and ranked the best backup software to help you safely and securely backup all of your files, folders, and other data.

Best business cloud storage of 2025

By Desire Athow last updated 9 October 25

We list the best business cloud storage, to help your business safely and securely backup all of your data online.

Best unlimited cloud storage deals in 2025

By Desire Athow last updated 8 October 25

Updated We have brought together all the best unlimited cloud storage deals on one page

Freshworks review

By Serguei Solokhine last updated 8 October 25

Review Freshworks offers a ready-made, total CRM suite with a robust product line, particularly ideal for solopreneurs and small business owners.

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Best open source CRM of 2025

By Barclay Ballard last updated 8 October 25

We list the best open source CRM solutions, to make it simple and easy to manage your customer relationships, without needing a subscription.

Best CRM for real estate of 2025

By Christian Rigg last updated 8 October 25

We list the best CRM for real estate, to make it simple and easy for realtors to manage their customers and communications.

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Best CRM for startups of 2025

By Matt Moran last updated 8 October 25

We list the best CRM software solutions for startups, to make it simple and easy for a new business to manage communications and customer relationships.

Best free CRM software of 2025

By Ioana Andrei last updated 8 October 25

We list the best free CRM software, to make it simple and easy to manage your sales and customer relationships, without having to pay for a subscription.

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Best CRM for small business of 2025

By Christian Rigg last updated 8 October 25

We list the best CRM for small business, to make it simple and easy to set up and manage a contact platform for customers, staff, and suppliers.

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The 7 best blogging sites of 2025

By Owain Williams last updated 7 October 25

Updated We list the best blogging sites, to make it simple and easy to set up a blog, so you can publishing regular thoughts and opinions publicly on the internet.

Best cloud storage for photos of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 6 October 25

Updated We tested the best cloud storage for photos for securely storing and backing up images online.

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Best note taking app of 2025

By Brian Turner last updated 29 September 25

Updated We list the best note-taking apps, to make it simple and easy to manage your notes on the go.

Best Password Manager of 2025: Reviews, Insights, Expert Recommendations

By Benedict Collins last updated 25 September 25

We've tested all the best password managers - and now we've ranked them with their key features to here to help you pick the perfect solution to manage all your passwords safely and securely.

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Best Free Password Manager of 2025: Expert Reviews for Hassle Free Security

By Benedict Collins last updated 24 September 25

Updated We tested and reviewed all the best free password managers to help you manage passwords across all of your devices, without having to buy a subscription.