Public WiFi – A Double Edged Sword
It really is wonderful being able to conduct business pretty much anywhere you can travel. Short of being in a remote location you can find WiFi access in coffee shops, airports, hotel lobbies and many more public spaces. Unfortunately with that easy access comes the dangers of using WiFi that can be accessed by others…
Read MoreExtending the Life of your Computer
Our work and personal computers, whether it is our desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone are part of our everyday life. For some of us we are a bit addicted to it for work or social reasons. Whatever your reasons for using your technology, it probably was a major purchase costing you hundreds if not thousands…
Read MoreData Backup Failures
Data is the lifeblood of most companies, whether it is files kept on clients, financial data for revenue analysis or documentation of current/past projects. As we have discussed before, data should be backed up on a regular basis using multiple methods. But what happens if those plans fail? What causes back ups to terminate or…
Read MoreBusiness Apps for Getting Organized
One of the characteristics of a good business leader, whether you own a small business or large corporation, is the ability to stay organized. If you feel like you are always searching for items or find it hard to stay productive, you may need to “tweak” your organizational skills. Thankfully, technology has come a long…
Read MoreTips for Using the iPhone 7 for Business
In our blog last week we covered some of the positive features that the iPhone 7 has for business owners. If you own an iPhone 7 and want to use it for business and pleasure here are a few tips to get you started. Water Resistance Warning- While we wouldn’t recommend throwing your iPhone in…
Read MoreiPhone 7 and Business
If your business is often mobile, you probably are faced with using tablets, laptops and, of course, smartphones. Now that Apple has released the iPhone 7 you may be wondering if it is a good choice for your business. Here are some excerpts of what business users are saying about the newest member of the…
Read MoreSigns of Laptop Overheating
In our last blog we discussed the dangers that summer weather and activities can pose for your laptop including heat, water and humidity. Unfortunately laptops overheat when left in the sun or when facing temperatures that are high in humidity. If this occurs then your laptop may face serious damage to the internal components and…
Read MoreSummer Dangers – Laptops
Summer is in full swing and that means being outdoors more often, traveling and if you are lucky, working poolside. All of these things are wonderful unless you are a laptop. Even though your business or personal laptops may seem pretty sturdy and tough, it is a fairly delicate piece of machinery that can be…
Read MoreGoogle I/O
On May 17th, Google announced their newest innovation to the technology world. This time around, Google has decided to put AI on the forefront of its latest devices. Follow along for the highlights of the conference! Assistant interfaces – This new addition allows you to type into Google Assistant, or even plugs-in input straight from…
Read MoreProtecting Your Small Business from Cyber Crimes
In the last few months cyber crimes have been all over the news with the WannaCry Ransomware and other hacking events. It may seem like millions of miles away from your small business, but small and medium sized companies are just as vulnerable as larger corporations. You wouldn’t leave the door to your office wide…
Read MoreLaptops at Risk While Traveling
In our global economy many businesses travel expensively to maintain client relations and to take part in conferences on the “latest and greatest” technology for your field of expertise. While the ease of travel is wonderful, your laptop is at risk every time you go mobile. Here are a few ways to protect not only…
Read MoreOnline Safety
At M&H Consulting, we work alongside many small and medium sized businesses. Many of these business are managed by entrepreneurs who also balance work and family life. Many of them ask our expert advice on online safety for the employees, but keep their children safe as well. Whether you are an employee of…
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