Technology Advice for Small Businesses

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Virtual DR protects against ransomware

The popularity of ransomware like WannaCry and Petya has encouraged cybercriminals to develop prepackaged malware to sell on the black market. This means more ransomware attacks will hit unprepared targets in the years to come. To protect your business, you need virtualized disaster recovery (DR) solutions. Virtual DR Virtual DR solutions allow you to create… Continue reading Virtual DR protects against ransomware

5 VoIP services you need to know about

More individual users and business owners are becoming aware of Voice over Internet Protocol’s (VoIP) features and advantages over conventional landlines. As technology progresses, the options available for VoIP also increases. Find out which service is best for your needs in the compilation below. VoIP comes in a variety of forms. Do you rarely leave… Continue reading 5 VoIP services you need to know about

A beginner’s guide to creating Facebook ads

No one can deny that social media has become a powerful online marketing tool. It’s cheaper, more effective, and a lot cooler. It is especially advantageous to small businesses that don’t have budgets for print or TV ads. Interested in creating a social media ad of your own? Read on. Why advertise on Facebook? Above… Continue reading A beginner’s guide to creating Facebook ads

Office 365 Groups: Better app management tips

Most users open dozens of tabs to work on several tasks at once. This makes it very easy to lose track of the information that you need from each tab. Thanks to the Office 365 Groups, you can connect to third-party applications within the Outlook page. Declutter your taskbar and improve your productivity with this… Continue reading Office 365 Groups: Better app management tips

Details about Microsoft’s lightweight OS

Reports about a new Windows operating system (OS) called “Windows Lite” is currently making the rounds online. According to insiders, this OS is a compact version of Windows that’s built as an alternative to Chrome OS. But what can people expect from this new OS and what does this mean for businesses? What is Windows… Continue reading Details about Microsoft’s lightweight OS

Threats facing financial institutions today

Despite efforts to remain secure, financial services make up 35% of all data breaches, earning the unfortunate title of most breached sector. It provides multiple avenues for cybercriminals to monetize their skills through extortion, theft, and fraud. These incidents compel businesses and individuals to take cybersecurity seriously. How prepared is your business? A good starting… Continue reading Threats facing financial institutions today

Secure your Mac before discarding it

Well over half of Americans save account passwords to an application or web browser, and at least as many also store private documents on their computers. That’s fine for people who take active measures to protect their data, but if you give away a computer, you surrender all control. Make sure to follow these steps… Continue reading Secure your Mac before discarding it

Managed IT for healthcare: Why it’s vital

Working with a reliable managed services provider (MSP) doesn’t just help you comply with healthcare regulatory authorities when it comes to securing data. It also provides hassle-free staffing services for workflow efficiency, increased staff productivity, improved customer relations, and more. Read on to understand the benefits of partnering with a reliable MSP. They guarantee response… Continue reading Managed IT for healthcare: Why it’s vital

Troubleshoot your Wi-Fi with ease

You’ve invested in Wi-Fi routers so you can access emails, collaborate in real time, browse Facebook, and watch YouTube videos at blistering speeds. But when your Wi-Fi refuses to work the way it should, the frustration sets in and you begin to contemplate smashing your router into pieces. Avoid that temptation with these five easy… Continue reading Troubleshoot your Wi-Fi with ease

Why you should care about HTTPS

One basic internet security habit that everyone should remember is to avoid websites that aren’t secured with the HTTPS protocol. This is as simple as looking at your URL bar to check whether the URL string starts with “https” and whether there is a symbol of a closed padlock beside it. HTTPS Encryption When you… Continue reading Why you should care about HTTPS