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An overview of VoIP Quality of Service

Have you been experiencing dropped calls or garbled audio during Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) calls? Although cloud phone services can offer significant benefits over traditional phone services, they cannot always ensure consistently high-quality phone service. In this article, we will highlight the importance of VoIP quality of service (QoS) and explain how to set… Continue reading An overview of VoIP Quality of Service

From data to insights: How Power BI keeps businesses ahead

Good decision-making is key to a company’s success. And the first step to making smart decisions is by using powerful tools to analyze data and draw meaningful insights. Microsoft Power BI offers a vast catalog of features that provide the ability to explore data and get the most out of it. Let’s take a look… Continue reading From data to insights: How Power BI keeps businesses ahead

The safest web browsers for your business

As more and more people conduct their business over the internet, it’s crucial that you use a web browser with reliable security features. Here are the four most secure browsers on the market you might want to consider. Brave Brave has been gaining traction in recent years. It enables users to browse the web safely… Continue reading The safest web browsers for your business

5 Seemingly Innocent Download Habits Your Employees Must STOP Now To Avoid A Ransomware Attack

Once upon a time, you could install antivirus software and go about your merry way online and in your inbox, opening, clicking and downloading files without a care. Today, antivirus alone cannot and will not protect you, especially if you INVITE the hack by downloading a file that is infected with a piece of code… Continue reading 5 Seemingly Innocent Download Habits Your Employees Must STOP Now To Avoid A Ransomware Attack

The Biggest Risk Is Not The One You Don’t Take, But The One You Don’t See

“The biggest risk is the one you don’t take” is a mantra you’ll hear motivational speakers deliver in their presentations to make the argument that you should throw all caution to the wind and go for it (whatever “it” is). And while that may be a good piece of advice to get someone to take… Continue reading The Biggest Risk Is Not The One You Don’t Take, But The One You Don’t See

Why your business needs to embrace new technology

Many businesses today rely on new technology to enhance productivity, facilitate efficient communication with clients, and ensure steady growth. At the same time, customers and employees alike expect technology to fulfill their day-to-day requirements. When a business fails to keep up with these demands, people tend to seek alternatives, including turning to competitors and using… Continue reading Why your business needs to embrace new technology

TPM 2.0: Why you should accept this Windows 11 requirement

Having Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 chips is mandatory for devices of users looking to install or migrate to Windows 11. Unfortunately, many computers that are two or three years old don’t have this chip. This may require you to purchase new devices just to run Windows 11. While there are ways to bypass this… Continue reading TPM 2.0: Why you should accept this Windows 11 requirement

Cutting-edge strategies for cybersecurity success

Although cyberattacks on businesses have become increasingly prevalent in recent years, many small-business owners assume that their business is immune to such attacks. This belief often stems from the notion that cybercriminals target larger companies. However, the reality is that cyberattacks are opportunistic crimes, and small businesses often hold a wealth of sensitive data without… Continue reading Cutting-edge strategies for cybersecurity success

How to easily manage Android bloatware

It’s no secret that mobile carriers often install bloatware onto Android devices. These apps, while sometimes useful, are often unwanted by most users. Thankfully, there are a few ways to deal with them. Listed below are some methods for managing Android bloatware. What is bloatware? Bloatware is software that comes pre-installed on computers and other… Continue reading How to easily manage Android bloatware

Back up your Mac files using Time Machine

If you’re using a Mac and looking at options for a backup system, we suggest Time Machine, Macs’ built-in backup solution. With Time Machine, you can keep your Mac functioning after a crash, retrieve mistakenly deleted files, and even explore previous versions of your documents — as if you’re traveling back in time. Here’s how… Continue reading Back up your Mac files using Time Machine