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VoIP and your business

There are many different ways technology can help businesses increase efficiency and save money. One increasingly popular system is Voice-over-Internet Protocol (VoIP), which moves phone communications to your network connection, allowing you to access communication services from anywhere. Despite its growing use, many business owners are still unsure whether VoIP is the right choice for… Continue reading VoIP and your business

Virtualization security myths

Businesses are relying increasingly on virtual machines to handle more critical data and tasks than ever before. Still, many are misguided about their security needs in a virtual environment. There are several myths that if believed can have serious consequences; leaving your organization vulnerable to an attack. Understanding these issues is key to helping you… Continue reading Virtualization security myths

Dealing with slow Internet

One of the most frustrating tech issues a business faces is slow Internet connectivity. Despite today’s technological advancement, many businesses suffer from lowered productivity as a direct result of a slow Internet connection. If this is a daily annoyance for your business too then it’s time to learn some ways to help fix your slow… Continue reading Dealing with slow Internet

iPhone gets widgets in iOS 8

Look around the office at the mobile phones your colleagues are using. There is a good chance that the most common phone is Apple’s iPhone. Known for its usability and sturdy build it is simply the favorite choice for many users. In early June, Apple introduced the latest version of the operating system for iPhone… Continue reading iPhone gets widgets in iOS 8

Google+ gets premium features

Social media has become such an integral part of so many organizations and their marketing initiatives. Many companies go so far as to use social media platforms like Google+ as an in-house solution for modern communication and team building. In order to make Google+ even more viable for businesses, Google has recently announced a number… Continue reading Google+ gets premium features

Facebook expands video capabilities

Social media platforms have become a useful tool for businesses to increase reach, as well as draw in potential customers, whether through advertisements or online campaigns. One of the most popular social media platforms, Facebook, is starting to roll out extended video and frequency buying capabilities to help businesses achieve better market penetration. The real… Continue reading Facebook expands video capabilities

How to create address books in Outlook

Microsoft Outlook, though commonly known to be an email application, also has a wide range of other useful functions to handle business matters. Among these is its ability to store up names, email addresses, and details of contacts from a local directory or the user’s server. The significance of creating an address book is obvious… Continue reading How to create address books in Outlook

Android app permissions 101

Over the past few years, the rise of Android work apps has led to an evident increase in the number of Android tablet users. But when you’re eagerly installing apps like Evernote or Skype, how much time are you likely to spend reading through the required permissions before you accept them? Probably not enough. To… Continue reading Android app permissions 101

How to send an application to your phone

Today’s businesses work with multiple gadgets; utilizing modern technology to create smooth running operations and keep corporate systems going. Often a company will store reports and maintain a client database digitally, whilst working remotely and also using a computer to send and install applications to mobile phones. The question many Android users have is how… Continue reading How to send an application to your phone

Server virtualization: more bang for buck?

Server virtualization has been with Windows computing for over 10 years. During that time, many small businesses have embraced the technology to improve storage efficiency and get more bang for their server buck. Despite its growing popularity, many organizations are still doubtful about whether or not to virtualize their servers. With that in mind, it’s… Continue reading Server virtualization: more bang for buck?