Technology Advice for Small Businesses

A look at Google’s Custom Search Engine

In order to have a successful website you need to be active. One of the best ways to do this is to create content like blog articles, videos, images, and even new pages. The problem with this however is that you will eventually get so much content that it may be a challenge for users… Continue reading A look at Google’s Custom Search Engine

Facebook’s new app privacy features

Facebook has come a long way since its launch as a social network for college students. One of the biggest steps forward for the platform was the introduction of apps. These apps have been at the core of the company’s massive growth, but they do pose a bit of a security concern, especially since many… Continue reading Facebook’s new app privacy features

10 Important virtualization terms

Virtualization – the act of moving something physical to a digital environment, normally delivered over a network connection – is one of the most beneficial tech concepts, especially for small businesses. For many business owners and managers however, this is a vastly complex concept, that carries with it some confusing terminology. To help, we have… Continue reading 10 Important virtualization terms

Continuity metrics: RTO and RPO

When it comes to ensuring that your business will not only recover from the next disaster, but also be able to continue to operate, it is essential that you implement a business continuity plan (BCP). When developing and fine-tuning these plans there are a number of key metrics you should be aware of, with the… Continue reading Continuity metrics: RTO and RPO

iPad gets Facebook Messenger app

The way we communicate is forever changing, and with the younger generations now in the workforce, the main form of communication has become online chat or SMS. Because of its popularity, Facebook is one of the main platforms people have come to rely on to message one another, especially on mobile devices like the iPad.… Continue reading iPad gets Facebook Messenger app

8 Great Android dos and don’ts

Android devices, especially tablets, are gaining traction in many businesses, especially those with staff who are mobile or away from the office. While these devices are seeing increased adoption, they are still new and many business owners and managers are still at a loss as to how to use them for work. So, to help,… Continue reading 8 Great Android dos and don’ts

Using the Outlook.com alias feature

When it comes to being a spy, nothing is more important than a good alias. From Archer’s Chet Manley to James Bond’s James St. John Smythe, no secret agent is ever without one. When it comes to business however, it may seem like an alias is not so important, and at first glance it isn’t.… Continue reading Using the Outlook.com alias feature

Outlook Web App’s added features

Ever wonder how we managed without email? Having been a vital part of businesses for over a decade, email not only simplifies communication processes but has evolved into a versatile platform for collaboration too. One such service is the Outlook Web App for Office 365, which has just made document collaboration easier through its added… Continue reading Outlook Web App’s added features

Drive improves editing of Docs

In late June, Google announced a number of new products and features at their annual I/O conference. While many of the announcements at I/O centered around mobile products, new features for Drive were also talked about. Some of the most useful being new advanced editing features for productivity apps like Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Here… Continue reading Drive improves editing of Docs

Differences between Mac and PC: Pt 2

In the last article, we looked at how Mac and PC differ in terms of specifications, operating systems and software; and here we continue to explore other differences between the two rivals. When it comes to buying a computer, it’s not just about design and specs, but also about models, availability, security, customer satisfaction, and… Continue reading Differences between Mac and PC: Pt 2