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What does Windows 8.1 update offer?

Windows is the most popular operating system used on desktop computers. It is now also used on mobile devices; the latest operating system, Windows 8.1 supports PCs and tablets. This OS was made available last year, following on from the introduction of Windows 8 in 2012 which introduced a whole new look, feel and usability… Continue reading What does Windows 8.1 update offer?

Visual tools for social media

Business customers can be largely visual creatures; judging a company by how it looks. When it comes to social media campaigns if the content of your business posts is not visually appealing you may find it hard to engage your clients. The question is, what tools can you can use to create visual content, especially… Continue reading Visual tools for social media

Access notes with OneNote

The latest version of Microsoft OneNote was released in 2013 and is now available for download for free. This cross-platform application lets you create notes online and access them on any device where OneNote is installed. It also allows sharing and collaboration with other users, making it easier to work on a continuing project and… Continue reading Access notes with OneNote

Personalize your Google Bar

Google now has several Internet-based products such as YouTube, Maps, Drive, Gmail, and many more. In order to be able to navigate from one Google product to another, without actually typing in a URL, Google implemented the Google bar. Clicking on any the app drawer in this navigational bar gives you convenient access to other… Continue reading Personalize your Google Bar

About iPad’s Office apps

To many business owners and managers the iPad has become an indispensable tool. It is a really useful mobile device that allows users to stay connected with the office, and maintain productivity while they are away from their desks. One problem though is that there has never been an easy way to work on Office… Continue reading About iPad’s Office apps

Reacting to malware infections

Computers must have appropriate protection from malware attacks. Aside from creating annoyances, malware infections can also affect the performance of your computer. Furthermore, the data on your system and confidential information that you use online may also be tracked and used without your knowledge. Because of the severity of the problems that it can cause… Continue reading Reacting to malware infections

Why companies should switch to VoIP

Voice over Internet Protocol, or VoIP, is one of the most popular modern methods of communication. It allows voice communication like a regular phone does, but it uses the Internet instead of the usual phone line. Many companies of all sizes in a multitude of industries have successfully adopted this technology. If you are still… Continue reading Why companies should switch to VoIP

Configuring the start of the week

When it comes to mobile phones and tablets, iPhones and iPads are up there as the most popular on the market. Most of the features of the iPhone can also be found on an iPad, though the latter has a wider screen. One of the features that both devices support is iOS’s Calendar. It is… Continue reading Configuring the start of the week

5 tips to better online presentations

Many business owners and managers find that creating engaging presentations can be a real challenge. It can be incredibly difficult to not only develop a presentation that hits on all the important points, but also attracts and retains your audience’s attention. Throw in the fact that many presentations are now being made over the Internet… Continue reading 5 tips to better online presentations

6 website design mistakes

A business website is arguably the most important marketing and branding tool today. It is often the first level of interaction customers have with your company and many visitors will decide whether to work with you based solely on how your website is designed. Therefore, you need a website that is designed to engage and… Continue reading 6 website design mistakes