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Keep your laptop battery in top shape with these smart tips

Whether you’re on a Windows or macOS device, understanding your battery’s health can save you from surprise shutdowns and frustrating slowdowns. These smart habits will help boost your laptop battery’s life. How to check battery health on Windows devices Windows provides a variety of diagnostic tools, from straightforward software reports to in-depth hardware analyses, making… Continue reading Keep your laptop battery in top shape with these smart tips

How VoIP levels the playing field for small teams

VoIP isn’t the future — it’s the now. Discover how internet-based phone systems can streamline your small business, slash communication costs, and keep your team connected anywhere. What is VoIP? VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol, lets you make and receive phone calls over the internet rather than through a traditional phone network. That means… Continue reading How VoIP levels the playing field for small teams

Microsoft’s bold AI vision for the next-gen OS

Microsoft is celebrating 40 years of Windows with something more ambitious than cake and nostalgia — it’s reinventing its flagship OS from the ground up. At Ignite 2025, the tech giant laid out its boldest vision yet: a Windows deeply integrated with AI and built for the age of intelligent agents. Copilot+ PCs get exclusive… Continue reading Microsoft’s bold AI vision for the next-gen OS

Understanding website downtime for small-business owners

We’ve all experienced the annoyance of a blank screen or an error message, but when it’s your own business website, that annoyance turns into panic about broken tech or hackers. Take a deep breath and remember that downtime happens to everyone — even giants like Amazon — and while you can’t prevent every glitch, understanding… Continue reading Understanding website downtime for small-business owners

Feeling swamped? Regain control with these digital efficiency tips

If your workday constantly feels like a scramble, you’re not alone. The good news? There are practical tech strategies you can use right now to reclaim your time, reduce stress, and get more done without burning out. Streamline routine work with automation Workflow automation eliminates repetitive tasks. Instead of manually sending follow-up emails, updating spreadsheets,… Continue reading Feeling swamped? Regain control with these digital efficiency tips

Don’t let cyberthreats ruin your holidays: A guide for retailers

For retailers, the holidays mean bustling stores and record-breaking sales. Unfortunately, it also means increased cyberthreats. Hackers and scammers ramp up their activity during the busiest time of the year, preying on distracted staff and eager shoppers. Here’s how store owners and retail managers can prepare for and fend off the most common holiday cyberthreats.… Continue reading Don’t let cyberthreats ruin your holidays: A guide for retailers

11 Android Quick Settings shortcuts that save time

The average Android user swipes down their notification shade dozens of times a day, often just to toggle Wi-Fi or adjust brightness. However, treating this space as a simple switchboard is a missed opportunity. In this article, you’ll discover the most practical hidden shortcuts you can add to your Quick Settings panel for faster access… Continue reading 11 Android Quick Settings shortcuts that save time

Mac growth surges as Windows 10 reaches end of support

The end of Windows 10 support has triggered one of the largest hardware refresh cycles in years, and businesses are using this moment to rethink their technology choices. With AI-ready performance and long-term value becoming top priorities, Macs are gaining ground and transforming how organizations plan their future fleets. Strong numbers highlight a defining transition… Continue reading Mac growth surges as Windows 10 reaches end of support

Make VoIP calls secure and reliable with a VPN

Making voice and video calls over the internet should be easy, but it’s not always the case. Some networks block Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) apps, while others leave your call data exposed. Using a virtual private network (VPN) with VoIP adds a layer of privacy and helps ensure stable, reliable communication, whether you’re managing… Continue reading Make VoIP calls secure and reliable with a VPN

The “digital intern” you’ve been waiting for: Automating admin work with Windows Copilot

Every solopreneur and small-business owner knows the struggle of wearing too many hats. One minute, you are the CEO, and 10 minutes later, you’re the administrative assistant trying to fix a sideways scan. Microsoft’s latest feature, Copilot Actions, might be the extra pair of hands you’ve been waiting for. What is Copilot Actions, and how… Continue reading The “digital intern” you’ve been waiting for: Automating admin work with Windows Copilot