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How a cloud-based OMS can help eCommerce businesses

Cloud-based order management systems (OMS) have plenty of useful features that can help any eCommerce business boost their sales. But this is just one of the many advantages these tools offer. Read on to learn more about the business benefits of deploying an OMS. First off, we need to clarify that an inventory management system… Continue reading How a cloud-based OMS can help eCommerce businesses

Follow these steps to remove ads in File Explorer

Seeing ads while browsing the internet is normal, and many people are used to it. But others prefer seeing as few ads as possible. Windows 10 users may be particularly annoyed to see ads in an unusual place: File Explorer. Not to worry, Windows users — here’s the solution to that problem. Why are users… Continue reading Follow these steps to remove ads in File Explorer

Defend your business from these 5 types of hackers

“Know thine enemy” — it means to get to know them and their motives. In this blog, we take a close look at the five types of dangerous hackers, what their motives are, and how they operate. Script kiddies In terms of skill, script kiddies (or skids, for short) are at the bottom of the… Continue reading Defend your business from these 5 types of hackers

Keep security threats out of your Mac

The hearsay that Macs cannot be infected by viruses or malware couldn’t be further from the truth. There are plenty of cyberthreats that pose risks to Macs, so if you’re a Mac user, you should prioritize your device’s security. The good news is that protecting your Mac is simple and easy. Just follow these steps.… Continue reading Keep security threats out of your Mac

How to choose the right business projector

If your last business presentation looked dull on screen, or your existing projector is still the bulky, heavy kind, it may be time to upgrade your projector. However, identifying the best one from a plethora of choices can be challenging if you don’t know what to look for. Here’s a quick business projector purchasing guide… Continue reading How to choose the right business projector

VoIP for SMBs: Hardphones or softphones?

Your company has decided to avail of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and has given you the task of choosing between its two types: traditional desk phones (hardphones) or software-based phones (softphones). Worry not — we’re here to help you understand the benefits of each type. What’s a hardphone? A hardphone functions like a normal… Continue reading VoIP for SMBs: Hardphones or softphones?

Level up your Excel skills with these tips

Microsoft Excel’s new features now make it easier than ever to process data and present information visually. Level up your spreadsheets with the tips below: Take advantage of Ideas in Excel If you’re not sure which type of chart best tells a particular story out of a table of data, don’t worry — Excel’s artificial… Continue reading Level up your Excel skills with these tips

How to make your WordPress website load faster

Whether it’s food delivery or your daily commute, speed matters. And when it comes to website load time, this principle couldn’t be more true. Today, people expect a site to load in one to three seconds — so how does your WordPress site measure up? If you’re looking to increase your site’s speed, here are… Continue reading How to make your WordPress website load faster

How virtual reality helps small- and mid-sized businesses

Many people associate virtual reality (VR) with gaming, but its applications don’t stop there. You might not know it, but the immersive sensory experiences VR can provide are helping businesses in wonderful ways, too. VR training Virtual hands-on training has been proven to be much more effective than in-classroom or e-learning methods. According to PwC,… Continue reading How virtual reality helps small- and mid-sized businesses

5 Types of PC clutter and how to get rid of them

Not only does clutter on your desktop and hard drive slow down your computer, but it also makes it difficult to find the files you need. Here are five types of PC clutter impeding your computer’s performance and your productivity, and some nifty tips to get rid of them. 5 Types of PC clutter There… Continue reading 5 Types of PC clutter and how to get rid of them