The Benefits of the Cloud
In the most basic terms cloud computing is the delivery of computing services such as: servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics, and more over the Internet or “the cloud”. Many companies use the cloud for storage, backup of data, recovery of data when needed, hosting of websites, streaming video or audio, delivering software, and analysis…
Read MoreHow to Speed Up your Computer
Think back to when you first got your computer, brand new and ready to tackle your hefty workload. Fast forward a couple years and your computer probably isn’t as fast as it was the first day. This may be annoying or even frustrating because you find yourself twiddling your thumbs while waiting for programs to…
Read MoreWhy it’s Important to Update Regularly
Are you sick of seeing those annoying notifications every time you start your computer telling you to install an update? Well, the easiest way to get rid of them is to install the updates they’re recommending! All jokes aside, you should really install these updates. Let’s take a look: New features – Every year around…
Read More802.11ax – The Next Standard of Wi-Fi
It’s been a while since the Wi-Fi standard 802.11ac rolled around, becoming available to consumers and businesses alike in December 2013. Since then, technology professionals have been working on an even faster Wi-Fi standard: 802.11ax Wi-Fi. Though it is still in development, this new standard aims to be stronger and faster than the current standard….
Read MoreBenefits of Cloud Services
By now you have heard of “the cloud” and have begun to realize that it is not just some new buzzword in the world of technology that will fade. It is here to stay and your company may want to investigate the benefits of cloud computing for the long term. Here are a few…
Read MoreMoving Offices? Why You Need an IT Consultant.
Is your business growing and it’s causing you to consider moving, upgrading, or expanding your office space? The good news is that business must be good if you are adding employees and growing. The bad news is now you have to worry about moving all of your business “stuff” including office furniture, client files and…
Read MoreMeltdown & Spectre – What You Need to Know
It seems every month or so there are bugs and vulnerabilities being discovered in our devices. This is both good and bad; it means people are actively monitoring what goes on behind the scenes, but it also could spell trouble for anyone affected by these bugs. The two latest vulnerabilities to appear are Meltdown and…
Read MoreProtect and Preserve your Business Email
How secure are your business email accounts? Not sure? Well, did you know that the vast majority of cyber crimes starts with email? Cyber criminals have become extremely sophisticated at breaching your company’s networks via email. Unfortunately a single email can compromise your systems and networks in the blink of an eye. Here is a…
Read More3 Benefits of an IT Security Audit For Your Business
How secure is your business data? If your company deals in medical data and needs to be compliant with HIPAA rules, or if your company maintains sensitive data on clients such as credit card numbers, financial information, or personal information, then you may need to regularly have a security audit performed. Many small and medium…
Read MoreWhat’s Next for the Computer after the Demise of Moore’s Law?
It seems that computers and devices are becoming ever more powerful and speedy. In fact they are or, rather, have been. Moore’s Law is the principal of adding more silicon transistors to computer chips to increase speed, power, and overall capacity. This began in 1965 as Gordon Moore, cofounder of Intel and for whom Moore’s…
Read MoreSecurity Practices for Employees
Your employees are the heart and soul of your company. They are on the front lines with clients and work hard to promote your brand, products, and services. Unfortunately, they are also usually first to notice or encounter a security breach or, potentially, cause one. According to the website, The State of Security, “Fifty-nine percent…
Read MoreImportance of Regular Computer Maintenance
Computers are a wonderful thing. They help organize our lives, connect with friends and family around the world, and conduct business efficiently. However, when something goes terribly wrong with the devices in our lives, things can get pretty hairy. Software gets outdated, hardware wears down, and devices become obsolete so quickly in our fast-paced…
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