Ways to Integrate Technology into Business for Better Organization
No matter what size business you own, technological devices and outside web resources can help immensely with staying organized and keeping contact with your clients. Certain platforms can not only help your business stay organized, but the devices around your office and the ways in which you utilize them are important contributions to your organization…
Read MoreCommon Computer Support Issues – Part I
We often get calls from our clients with issues ranging the gamut, from computers that are running slowly to scanners that refuse to scan! We also get calls about potential hacking events, ransomware attacks, and data disasters. Computer support problems can sometimes be easy to solve with the click of a few keys, whereas other…
Read MoreLaptop Battery Life
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…
Read MoreWhat does it Mean to Be Tech Savvy?
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…
Read MoreWhat Does it Mean for Your Business to Quit Paper and Go Digital?
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…
Read MoreImportance of a Password Manager
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…
Read MoreAre your Using Your Computer Mouse Correctly?
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…
Read MoreLowering Ransomware Risk
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…
Read MoreWhat to Look for in an IT Consultant
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…
Read MoreWhat Every Business Owner Should Know about Backups
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…
Read MorePracticing Safety when Online
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 –…
Read MoreAre Magnets Still Bad for Computers?
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…
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