Technology Advice for Small Businesses

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Office 365 updates to make your life easier

In the software industry, continuous improvement is the name of the customer retention game. The behemoth Microsoft constantly churns out Office 365 enhancements, many of which are powered by artificial intelligence (AI). Here are some of the new and upcoming ones most likely to be useful in your business. Office Write and draw with digital… Continue reading Office 365 updates to make your life easier

Easily sign in with Windows Hello

Microsoft introduces a more fun and personal way to sign in to your Windows 10 devices. With Windows Hello, you can now log in with just a look or a touch. This features also comes with enterprise-grade security without having to type in a password. Say hello to fingerprint, iris, and facial scans Windows Hello… Continue reading Easily sign in with Windows Hello

The business benefits of Google Data Studio

Business owners and managers are bombarded with large volumes of data on a daily basis and are increasingly having trouble making sense of it all. Today, they need cutting-edge solutions to generate reports and gain actionable insights to make smarter decisions. They need Google Data Studio. What is Google Data Studio? Google Data Studio is… Continue reading The business benefits of Google Data Studio

It’s time to rethink your password

In 2003, a manager at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) authored a document on password best practices for businesses, federal agencies, and academic institutions. More recently, however, the institute has reversed its stance. Find out why and what great passwords are made of. The problem The issue isn’t necessarily that the NIST… Continue reading It’s time to rethink your password

Slow Mac? We’ve got tips to make it run faster

Did your Mac slow down after you installed macOS Mojave? Or do you suspect that its sluggishness is caused by nearly empty memory storage space? No matter what caused your Mac to slow down, things are not hopeless. Here are some ways to speed it up. Clean up your Login Items The Login Items list… Continue reading Slow Mac? We’ve got tips to make it run faster

Keep your mobile devices safe with these tips

More businesses are now allowing their employees to use mobile devices to increase productivity and profitability. But smartphones and tablets are just as vulnerable to hacking as desktops and laptops. Worse, employees may be exposing their mobile devices unwittingly to cybercriminals. Here are some helpful tips to keep your devices safe. Ensure mobile OS is… Continue reading Keep your mobile devices safe with these tips

Benefits of SaaS every SMB should know

Does your business pay through the nose for software licenses? Are you worried about annual maintenance costs? For most SMBs, software eats up a significant portion of their budget. Fortunately, with software as a service (SaaS), you can do a lot for less. Read on to save money. What is SaaS and what makes it… Continue reading Benefits of SaaS every SMB should know

The Facebook tools your business needs

Today’s small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) rely on a strong online presence to stand a chance against stiff competition, and using social media is one of the most economical ways to do that. Facebook has 2.3 billion users, which means you can’t afford to ignore their marketing and promotion tools. Audience Insights tool This free… Continue reading The Facebook tools your business needs

Ugly websites cost your business big bucks

According to a recent survey of 1,800 consumers, 42% said they’re “very unlikely” to buy from unprofessional or ugly websites. If you’re wondering whether or not your site could fall into that category, check out these key indicators. A variety of professional photos From pictures of your products to team photos, high-quality images are arguably… Continue reading Ugly websites cost your business big bucks

Tips for extending Android’s battery life

Every new Android smartphone is packed with powerful hardware and features, but unfortunately, it also comes with a short battery life. Larger and brighter screens, faster processors, and applications running in the background all quickly drain power from ever thinner batteries. But all hope isn’t lost. You can follow these seven tips to make your… Continue reading Tips for extending Android’s battery life