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Smart Technology Use For Businesses

November 1, 2018 8:16 pm Published by Comments Off on Smart Technology Use For Businesses

We all know how helpful technology is. Many businesses harness and utilize the power of technology to communicate with clients, research competitively, and get work done day-to-day. Almost all aspects of the business today are based on technology: computers, database systems, cloud sharing, and so many more facets lie within business tech use. But, are these tech routines relevant? Helpful?...


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Facebook Security Breach

October 30, 2018 12:00 pm Published by Comments Off on Facebook Security Breach

By now, you’ve probably heard about the Facebook security breach. The accounts of 50 million users were exposed in this most recent attack. This attack, which happened on Tuesday, September 25, 2018, is an example of the struggle of assuring that information is secure. So what happened? And what does this mean for Facebook, a company that has faced much...


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Understanding VPN Technology

October 25, 2018 12:00 pm Published by Comments Off on Understanding VPN Technology

Have you ever wondered how secure your connection to the Internet is? Most of us use the Internet to some degree every day, be it researching, shopping online, or using Facebook or YouTube. You probably access the Internet wirelessly, via either WiFi or your smartphone’s data network. But these connections are not necessarily secure – read more about secure wifi...


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Hidden Features of Computers

October 23, 2018 12:00 pm Published by Comments Off on Hidden Features of Computers

How well do you know how to use a computer? Since the first personal computer became commercially available to the public in 1981, advances in technology have afforded us evermore control over these powerful machines. Computers facilitate work and study by allowing users to download, install, and use applications and programs that organize data in some form – Microsoft Office...


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Curbing Smartphone Addiction with “Screen Time”

October 15, 2018 12:00 pm Published by Comments Off on Curbing Smartphone Addiction with “Screen Time”

In 2017, Americans spent an average of 6 hours per day on their smartphones. There’s no denying it anymore, we’re addicted to our devices and we won’t stop until we take action… or until our phones do. iOS 12 for iPhone was released on September 17, 2018, and offers a way to limit how much time one spends on his...


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Digital Marketing with Changing Technology

October 12, 2018 2:56 pm Published by Comments Off on Digital Marketing with Changing Technology

  As technology has changed over time, there has been a huge need recognition for businesses to go digital. Almost all consumers have Internet access/smartphones, so marketers have greatly tapped into this technological opportunity of advertising, marketing, web tracking, and research. How have businesses adapted to this technological change? What does it mean to market digitally? How can your business...


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The Importance of Shutting Down Your Computer Regularly

October 11, 2018 12:00 pm Published by Comments Off on The Importance of Shutting Down Your Computer Regularly

Is your computer running slower than normal? When was the last time you shut it down? If it’s been a while, or you can’t remember the last time it was shut down, that could be the reason why it’s slowing down. We know it can be annoying to wait for your system to reboot, but turning off regularly is better...


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Conquering Information Overload in the Business Place

October 10, 2018 2:44 pm Published by Comments Off on Conquering Information Overload in the Business Place

With social platforms and all sorts of technology available to us, there’s a lot going on. For consumers, it’s quite the overload. For businessmen and women, it’s always a question of how to differentiate yourself, and where to start in a world of so many options. What exactly does it mean to live in a time of information overload? What...


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Logging In With Facebook: Is This a Good Idea?

October 7, 2018 2:34 pm Published by Comments Off on Logging In With Facebook: Is This a Good Idea?

Whenever you create a new account on a platform you have never used before, you are now almost always given the option to login using your Facebook account and password. Instead of making a profile under this new platform, it would pool in your information from Facebook and use this information. Let’s take a closer look at what happens when...


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The Benefits of Offering Free Online Shipping

October 3, 2018 2:22 pm Published by Comments Off on The Benefits of Offering Free Online Shipping

Online retail has become one of the most competitive forms of retail, as most consumers have turned to the Internet for their needs and necessities. With so much competition out in the market, free shipping is just one way to differentiate yourself. Let’s explore the many benefits of offering free shipping as a business owner. Differentiation Differentiating yourself with free...


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Password Security

October 1, 2018 1:58 pm Published by Comments Off on Password Security

Passwords are the way in which we log into our accounts. They’re often forgotten and changed or saved when we check the “remember me” box. Some of us even keep a document, Excel sheet, or note in our phone with all of our passwords compiled in one place. But is this a good method? How often should we update our...


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Staying Productive at Work

September 28, 2018 12:00 pm Published by Comments Off on Staying Productive at Work

In an office setting, some days may be harder than others to feel productive. Life can get in the way sometimes, which makes it hard to get work done. Read on for some tips on how to stay productive at work: Clean Your Desk If there is clutter in your environment, it can negatively impact your productivity and mood. Clean...