Tech Insights & IT Tips
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6 Tips to keep your Mac computer safe
Although it is important, security is something that some Mac users overlook. That’s fine if all you do is watch YouTube videos or experiment with Photo Booth, but not if you use your computer for day
5 Tricks to cut cloud costs
As a business owner, it’s important to be aware of the unexpected costs associated with the cloud and what measures you can take to keep those costs down. They might not add up to much at first, but c
Reasons your business needs CRM software
Failure to understand your customers’ needs and wants could result in ill-informed marketing strategies. And when your company can’t satisfy their demands, they’ll likely turn to your competitors inst
Optimize Windows 10 with these steps
Although Windows 10 is packed with wonderful new features, it’s far from perfect. Users have complained about storage, connectivity, and update issues, among other things. If you’ve encountered any of
Explaining the basics of app virtualization
Many IT professionals believe small- or medium-sized business (SMB) owners should leverage the benefits of application virtualization. Some SMB owners, however, are confused with what it can do for th
Office Insider: Get previews of new features
With major improvements like Calendar.help, Outlook, and Surface Pen, you would think that Office 365 has already reached its full potential. With the Office Insider feature, you’re bound to be proven
Using machine learning for productivity
If you think Google Apps is already doing a great job by making difficult tasks easier, you might want to know how it does that. G Suite applications use machine learning algorithms that not only help
7 must-have Android apps
There are countless apps on the Google Play Store, and this makes choosing the best ones for your tablet hard, to say the least. Some actually make your device more functional, while others simply don
4 types of hackers to watch out for
Why do hackers attack? Is it for money, notoriety, or political reasons? As a business owner, you should always try and find out the motive behind an attack to help you determine whether or not you’re
5 quick tips and tricks for Mac OS
We’re all busy. That’s why knowing and actually using your Mac’s keyboard shortcuts is important, as they will help save hours of your time in the long run. For those who are not well versed in shortc
Web conversion made easy with 5 tips
Every marketing channel has best practices. For websites, it comes down to being user-friendly. Without this, even a terrific-looking website may discourage visitors from signing up for a free e-book
Ignore these outdated disaster recovery myths
With advancements in cloud computing, disaster recovery (DR) has become more efficient and affordable than ever. But many business owners still cling to DR myths that can safely be ignored. If you’re
Why sync your Android phone with Chrome?
Users of both Android phones and Google Chrome have reason to rejoice. Actually, make that five reasons — Android and Chrome synced together let you do a quintet of useful things. See for yourself. Se
The benefits of hyperconvergence
Diverting funds away from primary business functions to deploy and maintain IT infrastructure used to be hard for SMBs. However, with hyperconvergence making IT more affordable, it’s now unavoidable.
4 Items in Your HIPAA Compliance Checklist
Getting your practice up to code when it comes to HIPAA regulations can seem challenging upon first glance, but knowing where your IT efforts must be focused is the first step. In this article, we’ll
Cloud storage 101: OneDrive vs SharePoint
Office 365 comes with different storage and sharing options to make business owners more productive. Two of these are OneDrive and SharePoint, both of which have a long list of features and benefits.
Windows 10 October 2018 best features
Microsoft releases two major Windows 10 updates every year, one in spring and one in fall. Following Windows 10’s April 2018 update, Microsoft is set to release a fresh batch of features in October. S
Beware of these social engineering tactics
The Rio Summer Olympics took place years ago, but the hackers who infamously used social engineering to exploit the event are still with us. Although business owners may think that their systems are s
What’s better with the iPhone XS
Apple recently released the iPhone XS and the iPhone XS Max. These phones replaced the iPhone X, which was released in 2017 but recently discontinued. With every new iPhone iteration, Apple always ups
Which web browser do you prefer?
To access the web when the internet was in its infancy, computer users could only choose between Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer. Thanks to advancements in technology, people can now do their
AI-based productivity coaching from O365
Office 365 has dozens of productivity-boosting tools that it can sometimes be difficult to keep up with all of them. One you may have overlooked is MyAnalytics, a machine learning-based tool to help y
Google Assistant tips and tricks
One of the most effective ways to utilize Google search has flown mostly under the radar. If you’re jealous of Apple’s Siri, you may not even realize that you have your own AI assistant sitting in you
4 Tricks for better indexing on Google
Getting your site at the top of Google’s search results is invaluable for generating conversions and entire industries have sprung up around making this happen for you. Hiring an SEO expert is definit
5 virtualization options for every SMB
Understanding office virtualization is difficult enough; picking from the long list of software providers that help you achieve it can feel impossible. Since virtualization is a relatively new practic
How to master Microsoft Excel
You may know how to use Microsoft Excel’s basic functions, but have you truly mastered the program? Excel has more advanced features, and here’s how you can master some of them. Pie and Sunburst Chart
Quick guide to Windows 10 notifications
Regardless of the app, platform, or operating system, digital notifications are a tricky business. Our devices are overcrowded with software of varying importance, and without proper customization the
5 Easy tips for preventing data breaches
Keeping your personal and professional information safe from cybercriminals is not easy. It takes constant vigilance and frequent training. There are dozens of simple tools and tips to help people wit
5 iPad ideas for SMBs to consider
Small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have a knack for finding clever ways to compete with larger, better-funded competitors. Apple’s iPad is a device that helps SMBs level the playing field even
Hybrid cloud: Give your SMB more flexibility
When it comes to the cloud, small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) may be compelled to choose either a private or a public cloud infrastructure. But there’s a third option, and it’s called the hybr
AI and its effects on healthcare
Technology changes and evolves at the blink of an eye. A new invention this year can be obsolete the next. However, some technological advancements survive the test of time, as is sure to be the case
