Practical technology insights for growing businesses.
We've all seen the annoying password requirements: capital letters, lowercase, numbers, and symbols. Supposedly it makes your password harder to guess. But is it really more secure? Nope. It's all nonsense.
Read More →We want to make you as efficient as possible. This means using your team members where they should be used, and using technology where it should be used. But how do you know which is which?
Read More →"I sent an email, but the person never received it — it didn't bounce, didn't go to junk, and I have no idea what happened." Here's exactly what's going on and what you can do about it.
Read More →Email scams aren't always as obvious as Nigerian royalty anymore. They've gotten more sophisticated — but the telltale signs are still there if you know what to look for.
Read More →Browser extensions add functionality to your web browser — from saving money while shopping to blocking intrusive ads to managing all your passwords. Here are some of our favorites.
Read More →There is nothing worse than getting a call that your network has gone down. Proactive network monitoring is how you stay ahead of problems before they become outages.
Read More →VoIP phone systems have been gaining popularity for good reason. Here's how the features of a modern business phone system can reduce friction and support a more flexible way of working.
Read More →About 85% of all emails sent in the world are spam. One of the biggest threats right now is email spoofing — and it's surprisingly easy to do. Here's how it works and how to protect yourself.
Read More →Cyber criminals and viruses will stop at nothing to get hold of your data. Here are the practical security tips we use ourselves — and recommend to every client.
Read More →Whether you're moving into a new office or installing new equipment, you should be asking yourself: wired or wireless? Here's how to make the right call.
Read More →There are a few ways your email can reach you: POP3, IMAP, and Exchange. Here's what each one means and how to decide which is right for your business.
Read More →Windows 7 reached end-of-life on January 14, 2020. Microsoft discontinued all support — including security updates. Running an unsupported OS puts your data at serious risk.
Read More →You spend a lot of time on a PC 'clicking around.' Here are some keyboard shortcuts that minimize those small annoyances and keep your hands on the keyboard where they belong.
Read More →Cloud computing has made leaps and bounds over the last several years. You may be wondering if cloud computing is right for you and your business. We've compiled a balanced list of pros and cons to help.
Read More →Power outages and power surges can happen at any moment without warning. Here's how a battery backup protects your hardware — and your data — when the lights go out.
Read More →If hardware fails, a natural disaster strikes, or a theft occurs and you lose your data, it will be gone forever. Without it, your business could come to a screaming halt. Here's how to protect yourself.
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