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Technology Advice for Small Businesses

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10 Tips for a clutter-free Mac

Your Mac can make for a handy storage device, especially for information you need to access regularly. However, storing too much information can bog down your device. Regularly sorting your files, links, and software will not only boost your device’s performance, but it will also help improve your productivity. Keep your Mac neat and organized… Continue reading 10 Tips for a clutter-free Mac

Turn Alexa into your office assistant

Alexa has made Amazon proud by going beyond basic functions like providing weather updates, streaming music, and setting alarms. As her developers continue to improve on her capabilities, business users can look forward to a revolutionary, one-of-a-kind office assistant. Create and manage to-do and shopping lists You have meetings to attend and deadlines to meet.… Continue reading Turn Alexa into your office assistant

How SMBs can benefit from VoIP data

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Most of us have heard of the great things that Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) can do for businesses. These include lower telephone bills, diverse functions, and increased mobility. But did you know that VoIP can also give you better access to customer data? Here are five ways it can work for you. Time/Date data… Continue reading How SMBs can benefit from VoIP data

Which Office 365 plan is right for you?

Collaboration, file sharing, and data management are made easier with Office 365. You can use its apps anytime, anywhere, and on any device, but do you really need all the features of the fully fledged subscription plan, or is a smaller package a better fit for your business? We’ve provided a list of the different… Continue reading Which Office 365 plan is right for you?

Promoting your SMB with Pinterest

Social media platform Pinterest launched “Promoted Pins,” a premium advertising service aimed at large enterprises, then later released a similar product called “DIY Promoted Pins” for small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). These prove how popular social media has become when it comes to establishing an online presence for companies. The following tips will help you… Continue reading Promoting your SMB with Pinterest

Protection through browser extensions

In these times of internet fraud, phishing scams, and high-profile hacks, you can never be too careful. Even if you think you have enough precautions in place, it always helps to take another look at your online safety. Here are some browser extensions you can add to improve your online security. Prevent browser tracking If… Continue reading Protection through browser extensions

Boost office productivity with technology

When it comes to increasing your employees’ efficiency and productivity, technology can provide countless opportunities to streamline workflows, eliminate redundant processes, and reduce costs within your organization. If you’re looking to stay ahead of the competition, you need to ditch the traditional ways of working and follow the tips below. Change office communication To increase… Continue reading Boost office productivity with technology

New keyboard shortcuts for Windows 10 users

Since its release back in 2015, Windows 10 continues to receive updates and new features. This time, users are greeted with some new keyboard shortcuts that will make life easier. Here are our top picks that can be extremely helpful to your daily operations. Windows Snapping If you’ve never used Windows Snapping, you’re missing out… Continue reading New keyboard shortcuts for Windows 10 users

Two excellent ways to verify user identity

To keep your network safe from cybercriminals, your first line of defense should be a secure login process. When it comes to verifying user identity, you can choose between two-step authentication and two-factor authentication. Know more about the difference between the two, so you can have a better appreciation of your cybersecurity options. If you… Continue reading Two excellent ways to verify user identity

Is your PC being used for cryptojacking?

Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Monero are secure and potentially worth thousands of dollars, so naturally, hackers are looking for opportunities to mine them. They are using malicious tactics to obtain cryptocurrency, and they’re doing it with something called cryptojacking. Is your PC safe, or is it being used for cryptojacking? Find out now. Surge… Continue reading Is your PC being used for cryptojacking?