Technology Advice for Small Businesses

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Web conversion done right in 5 steps

Are there surefire ways to attract prospects to your website and to convince them to sign up for your product or service? The first step is always to make your website easy to use. Read on for 5 tips that improve user experiences, site trustworthiness and conversion rates. Make it mobile-friendly More people are now… Continue reading Web conversion done right in 5 steps

Forget these disaster recovery myths

Disaster recovery (DR) isn’t what it used to be. Long gone are the days when a DR solution cost over a hundred thousand dollars and relied predominantly on tape backups. Cloud computing has dramatically changed the DR landscape. Unfortunately, there are still many misconceptions about DR. Here are a few of the myths that no… Continue reading Forget these disaster recovery myths

5 uses of the Android phone/Chrome combo

The convenience provided by the iPhone/Mac combo is well-known, but syncing your Android phone with Chrome can give Apple a run for its money. Here are five nifty things you can do with Google’s combo. Send directions from Google Maps to your Android phone While Google Maps works great on smartphones, it’s often easier to… Continue reading 5 uses of the Android phone/Chrome combo

What hyperconvergence means for SMBs

Modern web network and internet telecommunication technology, big data storage and cloud computing computer service business concept: server room interior in datacenter in blue light

Progressive SMBs are defined by how they use technology to achieve business growth. From acquiring new customers to managing suppliers to exceeding sales quotas, IT helps a lot. But traditional hardware and software solutions are expensive to purchase and support. Then again, you’re not a traditional SMB — you’re progressive. What you need is hyperconverged… Continue reading What hyperconvergence means for SMBs

Are you HIPAA-Compliant? 4 Things to look for

Electronic protected health information (ePHI) is extremely private and its exposure could lead to negative consequences such as social stigma and job discrimination. HIPAA protects this information and grants patients the right to view their own health information so that they can enjoy more control over their care. Healthcare practices must therefore make sure that… Continue reading Are you HIPAA-Compliant? 4 Things to look for

Benefits of unified communications

Is your company losing money because of bad communication? Don’t suffer in silence! Read on to discover how unified communications (UC) can save your business. Companies in the United States and the United Kingdom have lost a total of $37 billion because of poor communication, according to The Holmes Report, the voice of the global… Continue reading Benefits of unified communications

Storage showdown: OneDrive vs SharePoint

Both SharePoint and OneDrive help business owners manage and share data. But selecting the best platform can be difficult and give anyone a big headache. For instant relief, here’s a quick reference to help you choose wisely. Looking for a secure platform to manage your files? Where do you go for help? Should you choose… Continue reading Storage showdown: OneDrive vs SharePoint

What’s new in Windows 10’s next major update?

Microsoft has confirmed that the next major Windows 10 update, codenamed Redstone 5, is coming out this October. Unlike the standard updates and bug fixes released every Tuesday, this Windows 10 update introduces new features that will make your life easier. Here are some of the most notable improvements. Your Phone Windows 10 is getting… Continue reading What’s new in Windows 10’s next major update?

4 Social engineering scams to watch out for

Experts are constantly creating new security systems to protect individuals and businesses from hackers. From those who want to attend popular events like the Olympics to avoiding an angry boss, hackers are preying on gullible victims to circumvent network security systems and steal sensitive information. If you don’t want to be the next victim, read… Continue reading 4 Social engineering scams to watch out for

iPhone XS: Its pros and cons

Nearly a year after releasing the iPhone X, Apple announced that it’ll discontinue it. Instead, they released the iPhone XS and XS Max. How do Apple’s latest smartphones stack up to their previous releases? Let’s look closely at the pros and cons of the iPhone XS. Like most Apple smartphones, the iPhone XS is expensive,… Continue reading iPhone XS: Its pros and cons