Wikipedia defines Cloud Computing as “the use of computing resources (hardware and software) that are delivered as a service over a network (typically the Internet).” These days the term is thrown around constantly, and while many people have a basic idea of what the cloud is, they may not fully understand the different types of cloud services that are available,...
Every time you download a file, save a file or install a program on your computer, you are using space on the hard drive. If your hard drive is getting full, you may want to see how much space various files and installed programs use on the hard drive. You can do this by viewing the size of installed programs...
Most people know that to view information on the internet, you need to use a web browser; but which one? There are 3 main players in this arena: Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Chrome. While they will all allow us to surf the web, there are definitely some pros and cons for each one. Internet Explorer (IE) is considered the industry...
Technology is constantly changing from day to day. Due to these updates there are often changes in pricing and offerings for particular services. One of those services is handling email. There are two options to choose from in most businesses in order to handle email. The first is managing email in-house using software such as Exchange on a Windows server....
Mobile phones have grown incredibly sophisticated, with a growing number performing many of the functions of a full-size computer, as well as some things a desktop computer can’t do, such as navigating with GPS or starting a car. A 2011 Pew Internet Project survey found that 25 percent of smartphone owners do most of their Internet browsing on their phones....
Have you owned an eMachines computer anytime in the last 16 years? If that computer had a floppy drive in it, you may be eligible to receive benefits from a settlement being reached in a class action suit. The lawsuit, known as Stroud v. eMachines, Inc., claimed that the defendants sold computers with a defective part that could possibly cause...
Do you experience slowness with your computer? Frequent error messages when opening or working with files? Low hard drive space or memory problems? Antivirus problems or messages? The average computer user does not often think about the importance of maintaining their computer, but regular maintenance is necessary to keep your machine running smoothly and efficiently. Just as it is important...
The screen is the primary point of focus on a computer. Replacing the arrays of blinking status lights on early computers, monitors now provide a rich multimedia viewing experience, but the name has endured. Statistics On Screen Time A Council for Research Excellence study found that American adults spend an average of 8 1/2 hours looking at screens, while in...
At M&H Consulting, we have noticed an increasing trend of virus infections that, after removal, come back and re-infect the computer after a time of normal use. In the past this has certainly been possible, however it was much less common than it is in the present. What should one expect in a situation like this? A little background in...
These days, employees are more mobile than ever. One of the ways that employees and business owners stay connected when away from the office is by setting up smartphones and tablet devices. This makes it simple and easy to access email and other company resources. We look at this as an incredibly convenient and helpful business tool. But this can...
In recent years, wireless networking has become more and more popular. Laptop computers, smart phones, and tablet devices all have become essential business tools, and integrating these devices into your business office usually requires a wireless network. While many of these devices come with 3G and 4G data plans available, the speed and security of these networks cannot match what...
Keeping your computer network up to date is one of the hardest and sometimes riskiest parts of your business. Over the past three years we have gotten many inquiries about cloud services from clients looking to break the cycle of continually buying and maintaining more and more equipment, which sits there and grows obsolete whether you use it or not....