IT Insights Trends
8 Network Security Practices Your Staff Needs To Know
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Almost every business now stores at least some of its data digitally, with many organizations attempting to move entirely to paperless record keeping. This is allowing businesses to be leaner and more thorough in their data...
Network Security Tip: Quit Changing Your Password!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Passwords are incredibly important, which is why almost EVERYTHING you access requires them. They are the first line of defense to your data. Best practices for password creation tell us to include a combination of lower and upper...
6 Trends in Cloud Computing You Need to Know
Companies are now realizing that adopting cloud technologies can benefit any type of organization: small or large, traditional or tech-savvy, new or established. As more and more businesses become familiar with cloud services, there is naturally going to be more...
IT Insider Tip: Beware the Windows 10 Upgrade
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]More times than not, we readily click "OK" on any Windows related pop up just to get rid of it. However, there's a new pop up to be wary of. Our Help Desk Experts have gotten several calls regarding issues related to this "update"...
The Multiple Manifestations of Malware
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Not all malware is created equal, and the security of your data may rest on being able to recognize the various types that can infect your network. Some of this malicious code does little more than cloud the screen with popups, while...
6 Easy Ways to Prevent POS Touch Screen Damage
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Touch screens are quickly becoming the interface of choice. They take up less space. They're more intuitive. They speed up your work. But, they have one great weakness - humans. We're messy, impatient, and tend to use force when...
Broken Pipe Leads to GLC’s Own Disaster Recovery
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] At Great Lakes Computer, we agree with Ben Franklin when he said "If you fail to plan, then you are planning to fail." A thorough plan is the cornerstone of effective Disaster Recovery. We write about it in our blog all the time....
7 Server Maintenance Tips Crucial to Effective Operation
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Servers form a crucial backbone of your company, allowing you to serve clients, store data and run your business seamlessly. In order to keep your server working well, you’ve got to forge a reliable routine that minimizes potential...
5 Simple Solutions to Your Biggest Printer Problems
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Printers can be a real pain. They often don't work quite how you'd expect and fixing them can seem daunting. Before your frustration overwhelms your better judgement, read these 5 common printer problems and how to fix them from...
Top 5 Ways to Extend the Life of Your POS System
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Your point-of-sale (POS) system is crucial. When it’s working well, life is easy, but without it, business comes to a grinding halt, and you can’t even perform the simplest tasks. Don’t let that happen to you by allowing your POS to...