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5 Signs of a Great IT Support Provider

October 27th, 2017

Technology forms the backbone of any modern business. However, for technology to function correctly and align with the goals of your organization, ongoing support and maintenance are critical.

Unfortunately, you can’t expect your hardware and software to work perfectly without regular care behind the scenes.

Protect your devices with virtualization

October 25th, 2017

With cybersecurity threats targeting small and large businesses, solutions that protect mobile devices are no longer a niche service. More work is being handled away from the office, which means more opportunities for security breaches. Virtualization vendors are leading the charge to tackle these challenges with innovative solutions. Mobile device management and virtualization Simply put, […]

Updated Microsoft Office coming soon

October 23rd, 2017

Which version of Microsoft Office does your company use? 2010? 2007? Even the newest versions of Word, PowerPoint and Excel are from three years old, which makes an Office upgrade a worthwhile consideration. Read on for updates on Microsoft’s newest productivity platform. Microsoft Office 2019: release and features For the past ten years, Microsoft has […]

Your passwords are not secure

October 19th, 2017

A password policy designed for federal agencies must be secure, right? Surprisingly, that hasn’t been the case according to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). On the hook for the password best practices that we still use today — the combination of letters, capitalizations, and numbers — NIST admits that the existing guidelines […]

5 computer tips that add hours to your day

October 17th, 2017

There are only so many hours in the workday, so making the most of your time is vital. If distracting websites, unorganized files, and cluttered inboxes prevent you from getting work done, consider using these tips to better manage your time and stay productive at work. Monitor productivity levels Start by tracking how much work […]

Why you shouldn’t write off Firefox

October 13th, 2017

Mozilla, the creator of Firefox, has spent some time and energy on projects that ended up going nowhere. But this time , they seem to have found their focus. No, it’s not on their built-in video chat service or mobile phone OS, but rather something that should’ve been obvious to them, their most successful product, […]

Top tips for picking the right power supply

October 12th, 2017

There are plenty of hardware specifications to consider when installing a new workstation in the office, but one you should focus on first is the power supply unit (PSU). Choosing a faulty, substandard PSU often leads to unstable systems and poor performance. Make sure you have the perfect power supply for your workstations by following […]

How do I kickstart my Facebook ad?

October 11th, 2017

Facebook’s not only for posting cat photos, complaining about restaurants, or stalking your ex, it’s also an incredibly effective advertising platform. From small businesses to big corporations, anyone can benefit from Facebook’s marketing tools. Read on to leverage Facebook to your advantage. Why advertise on Facebook? Above all else, the cost-effectiveness of Facebook advertising sets […]

Virtualization vendors work together

October 10th, 2017

Until recently, business owners had to choose between cloud-based virtualization and on-premises virtualization. Although implementing either option from scratch was affordable, moving an existing on-premises setup into the cloud was expensive. Thankfully, two of the biggest virtualization vendors are working together to make this problem a thing of the past. Virtualization review Traditional servers and […]

Office 365’s web app launcher gets an update

October 5th, 2017

Even with all the productivity tools available within Office 365, using several apps at once is not always easy. With Microsoft’s new web app launcher, that’s about to change. It includes a cleaner interface and some small yet functional changes, which gives users a more organized and less cluttered Office 365 environment. Key changes to […]