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Technology Advice for Small Businesses

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Get to know Windows Phone 8.1

The new Windows Phone 8.1 packs cutting edge features unique to Windows. It takes ease of navigation to a whole new level and the customization options are endless. This makes it ideal for your business. However, first you might want to get to know the new Windows Phone 8.1 more as we explore its features… Continue reading Get to know Windows Phone 8.1

Is your phone safe from Heartbleed?

Almost two-thirds of the Web is vulnerable to Heartbleed-based attacks. This is regardless of the fact that major companies tried to address the problem by releasing updates. Considering the magnitude and severity of the problems that it can cause you and your business, you simply cannot afford to neglect or ignore this threat, especially if… Continue reading Is your phone safe from Heartbleed?

Rewind time with Gmail’s Undo Send

If you’ve clicked the Send button too soon don’t fret, as Gmail have found a way to let you play Kronos, the goddess of time. With Gmail’s Undo Send feature, retrieving erroneous emails are just a few clicks away. All you have to do is follow the steps to setting up this feature in your… Continue reading Rewind time with Gmail’s Undo Send

Choosing the best Office 365 plan

If you are thinking about purchasing an Office 365 subscription, you might want to read up on the different plans that Microsoft is offering first. With lots of valuable features, you just need to make sure that the plan you opt for fits with your business setup. This article aims to guide you in making… Continue reading Choosing the best Office 365 plan

Content marketing and success

When it comes to marketing, there are a wide variety of strategies a business can employ, with one of the most potent being content marketing. This is the act of creating your own branded content and sharing it on different mediums. When this is successful, a business can benefit from an expanded market share and… Continue reading Content marketing and success

Systems to upgrade to from XP

April 8 was an important day for Microsoft, as this was the day the tech giant pulled support for probably the most popular operating system (OS) in history – Windows XP. If your business uses Windows XP, you are likely already considering upgrading your systems. However, a common stumbling block to achieving this is deciding… Continue reading Systems to upgrade to from XP

Securing your passwords

Whether it’s an online account, a computer log in or network access, passwords are used to prevent unauthorized access. But far too many people choose weak and easy-to-guess passwords putting themselves at the risk of cyber attack. Don’t fall into the trap of these cyber criminals. Secure your perimeters and never let anyone access your… Continue reading Securing your passwords

Disposing your old iPhones

Rumors have it that iPhone 6 is set for launch later this year with pundit’s predictions and so-called “leaked photos” now all over the web. With such reports being published day in and day out, consumer interest is growing at a record pace. So once again, we can expect the early adopters to upgrade their… Continue reading Disposing your old iPhones

3 Facebook tips you may not know

These days social media platforms like Facebook have become central to the marketing efforts of many businesses. Because of this, it is important that business owners or managers know how to use Facebook effectively in order to get more out of their marketing strategies. There are many features on Facebook,some of which even expert users… Continue reading 3 Facebook tips you may not know

How to use Google Trends

How successfully you rate in online searches is the main factor in determining how much traffic comes to your website. If you feel that you’re getting behind the competition, it’s time to rethink your strategies. This is where Google Trends can be a god-send. It enables people to follow trending topics happening in specific countries… Continue reading How to use Google Trends