[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We've talked about ransomware a lot in 2016. It's a growing, ever-evolving threat to your data security that you may not be paying enough attention to. Preventing this form of cybercrime takes a combination of robust security,...
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Are You Still Afraid of the Cloud? It’s Time to Get Over It.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In the beginning of any major technology introduction, there are always plenty of hiccups. The first on board, the early adopters, tend to help weed out the kinks. As the mass market adopts the technology, they feel a greater comfort...
SMBs Struggle with Cyber Security During the Holidays
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In retail environments, 4th quarter earnings can make or break you. Business owners focus on ensuring they have enough stock to cover the demand, without creating surplus inventory. But, are they taking stock of their cyber security...
5 Common Laptop Problems and How to Repair Them
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A huge chunk of the corporate world is mobile, and they need computing power that can accommodate that. Over the years laptops have gone from bulky and heavy to slim and lightweight. But, even with all the upgrades in power, size,...
Printer Problems After Windows 10 Upgrade? Let’s Fix It.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] You finally made the switch to Windows 10. After the initial learning curve, you think you have a pretty good handle on it, then you try to print. Where is your printer? Why isn't it working? You're not the only one that's had this...
Tech Tips to Reduce Energy Waste at the Office
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Reducing energy waste in your office does not have to equate to a sacrifice in personal comfort or quality of workmanship. With the availability of cloud computing, many new options for minimizing energy consumption have opened up...
Top 5 Reasons SMBs are Hiring Managed Service Providers
The Managed Service industry is experiencing a major growth trend. More and more, SMBs are realizing that in order to stay competitive with the big guys, they may need to outsource some of their functions to experts, so they can focus on their own expertise. Here are...
Tech News: Microsoft Making It Easier to Get Windows 10 Updates
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There are always bumps in the road when new operating systems launch. One of the biggest complaints about Windows 10 stems from trouble users are having with updates. They require too much processing, and thus eat up battery life and...
Insider Tips to Make Your Office Move Easy… Easier
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Moving an office is a big job. Not only do you have to pack, move, and unpack all of of your furniture and equipment, but you have to do it fast enough to limit the downtime to your customers. Every minute you're not open, you're...
3 Tips to Prevent Malware in Your POS System
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We talk a lot about malware and protecting your computers and servers from intrusion. But, your Point-of-Sale systems are another window of weakness where cyber attacks can occur. We all remember the Target attack. More recently,...