Cybersecurity can be a differentiator for your business.

Cybersecurity Can Set Your Business Apart

Cybersecurity is becoming vital in today’s world. With all the data breaches popping up every day, you need to ensure your customer’s data is safe and secure. You can also use cybersecurity as a differentiator in your business. Here’s how. Make it a Company Value – if you make security a priority for all your employees your customers will know that you take cybersecurity seriously. The safer they feel their data is in your hands, the more they will trust you and recommend you to their friends. Get Those Certs …

Why IT as a Service Makes Sense for Start-Up Businesses

Why IT as a Service Makes Sense for a Start-Up

If you’re a start-up business, resources are precious, and tasks are never-ending. IT shouldn’t have to be one of those things that never get off your to-do list. IT outsourcing is essential for the initial stages of your business for the following reasons. Time – you don’t need to be wasting those precious hours in your day to complete maintenance, upgrades, or patch installs with your IT network. Leave it to the experts to keep your machines running smoothly in the background after hours so you can grow your business. …

the dark side of technology in the healthcare industry

The Dark Side of Technology in the Healthcare Industry

Most things in life have a good side as well as a dark side, which is why each industry needs to have a comprehensive strategy to mitigate any risks that might come up. Let’s examine some of the cybersecurity threats in the healthcare industry and how best to reduce them. Remote Access Solutions Some providers use remote-access solutions to make things easier on staff and business partners. Remote access allows employees to access data from wherever they might be when that information is needed. The best way to protect data …

Microsoft Surface Go vs. Pro

Give Yourself the Gift of Mobility with the Microsoft Surface

If you didn’t get what you wanted on Valentine’s Day, treat yourself to a Microsoft Surface Go or Pro. With the Microsoft Surface Go starting at $449. The Pro starts at $799. These lightweight and versatile tablets are the perfect gifts for anyone on your list. The Surface Go is perfect for any daily task that you might need to complete – email, web browsing, and movies. This model also offers LTE Advanced. Even if you’re outside of WiFi range, you can still connect and keep surfing the web. It also …

strengthening your cybersecurity plan

Strengthening Your Cybersecurity Plan

The goal of this article is to help you improve your cybersecurity plan. By implementing even one or two of the suggestions in this article, you’ll be taking a step toward reducing the likelihood of data loss, downtime, reputation damage, and lost revenue.  Proactively enhancing your cybersecurity plan is a smart business move. Before writing any cybersecurity plan, it’s essential to have a risk assessment under your belt.  Risk assessments highlight precisely where and how your workforce, technology, and physical environment are at risk and therefore where you need to …

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4 Ways to Free Hard Drive Space on Windows 10

If you’ve noticed your computer running slow lately, you might be running low on hard drive or memory space. If you’re running Windows 10, there are some things you can do in Windows 10 to free hard drive space and increase computer speed. Remove Temporary Files – these are files that get saved on your computer as you use it. To get rid of them open settings < click system< click storage, under Storage Sense, you will see “free up space now.” Click that. The window that opens will give …

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 End of Life Approaches

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 End of Life Approaches

Microsoft is updating a lot of their software, which means that some of it will be going out of support. One of those items is the Microsoft Windows Server 2008 platform. Microsoft will no longer be offering bug fixes and security updates after January 14, 2020. Without these updates and fixes, it will leave your Windows Server 2008 vulnerable to security issues and attacks. Also, the lack of updates can cause problems with the other software programs that run on your server. New applications are optimized for the latest operating …

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5 Reasons Backup and Recovery Plans are Essential to Business

Having a backup and recovery plan for your business data is more critical than ever before. Without a plan, your business can suffer from permanent data loss, unnecessary expenses, and massive downtown. With these threats looming overhead, a majority of SMBs still go without having a backup and recovery plan for their business data. Here are five reasons that will (hopefully) change your mind. Losing Data is Simple – when technology experts talk about data loss, people always think of catastrophic events, which is not how most data disappears. Human …

Network Security Steps for Small Business

5 Network Security Steps for Small Business

Network Security can seem like a daunting task with all the new threats that continually pop-up. When you think you’ve got your bases covered, something new comes along and changes the game. These five network security options will give your business the base level of protection you need. Educate Employees Employees are the last line of defense in your network security and are the most overlooked aspect of keeping your system protected. Most employees are unaware of ransomware and the threat it poses to businesses. With the dangers out there, …

What’s the Difference Between Home and Business PCs?

What’s the Difference Between Business and Consumer PCs?

We sell business level PCs and equipment and are often asked what the difference is between business and consumer equipment – specifically PCs. Here is a description of the most common differences between these machines. Longevity Business laptops are made to last longer. Manufacturers assume consumers will upgrade computers more frequently as new technology comes out. The same is not correct about businesses. Most businesses have a plan in place for replacing technology every 4-6 years. Also, business computers are built for long-term, all-day usage, which is very different from …