With so many of us mobile today we tend to take our “office” with us in the form of our laptops. Unfortunately, far too many laptop users complain that their battery does not last nearly as long as they need it to for their work lifestyle. While most modern laptops should have enough juice to last all day, there...
Being Tech Savvy is definitely a trait of the millennial. Unfortunately not everyone grew up working on computers and with technology. If you think you could use a few lessons on how to be more tech savvy, look no further. Here are a few tips to exercise your mind when it comes to working with technology. Read the Manual To...
Going digital has a different meaning for everyone. Because quitting paper is environmentally friendly, the trend for going digital has been on a steady uprise, especially for most industries. If you’re interested in making the switch, here are some things to think about when planning to quit paper, and go digital. Do I have to Scan and Save Everything? Quitting...
Most computer users, whether it is for personal or business use, have multiple logins that need to be protected by using a password. If you are like me, as I suspect many people are, you probably don’t even have a clue as to what all of your passwords are. Since so many passwords now need to be a certain number...
It wasn’t too long ago that computer users had to first get used to using a mouse on their keyboard. The first patent for the computer mouse was in 1970 and since then these little “clicking” machines have evolved and become smarter than ever. Now with new and even more advanced “mice,” computer users can really call the tech “smart.”...
It used to be that ransom notes were made from cut up pieces of magazines and mailed to an unsuspecting victim about the abduction of an item, or even worse, a loved one until they paid the required ransom. In today’s technology-driven world, ransomware has become much more advanced. Now hackers use digital software to block or encrypt all data...
In today’s world, we’ve seemingly been dominated by technology. While technology usually makes our lives easier, it can also be overwhelming, especially for the less-than tech savvy. As a result, many companies look to hire an IT consultant to handle their computer miseries and mysteries on the business end of the spectrum. So let’s get right to it, shall we?...
The old adage, “To err is human, to really foul things up you need a computer” is absolutely true when it comes to events like, natural disasters, server failures, hardware breakdowns, loss of power, theft, or the oh-so-common human error component of IT. For these reasons, every business owner should know certain things about the value of a backup...
The Internet is probably the greatest “miracle” in technology we’ve ever seen. It has opened up endless possibilities for what the future holds. Everything may be going swimmingly on the surface, but you may be exposing yourself to hackers or other threats if you don’t practice basic Internet safety. Let’s take a look: Passwords – The first step in Internet...
Remember the days as a kid when your parents would warn you not to put a magnet to a television screen, as doing so would cause lasting damage? I’m guessing you still did it anyway, as children are very curious and easily get into mischief. All of a sudden, you would see an array of colors go across the screen,...
Have you noticed that every time you enter a doctors office they remind you about the privacy policy? Maybe you even need to sign a document stating that you understand the policy each time you visit. Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), covered organizations such as dentists, and all medical offices must adopt written privacy policies, designate...
As you should well know, we are in the age of computers. The world of technology is ever-changing, with innovative ideas and technological advancements coming out almost daily. One such technology is AI or artificial intelligence. This is our attempt at playing God: creating machines that display intelligence comparable to that of humans, with the hope of giving these machines...