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Storage drives: HDD and SSD explained

If you’re in the market for a new computer or laptop, you may be given a choice to configure your system with either a hard disk drive (HDD) or a solid state drive (SSD). Both drives store data but work in different ways. In this blog post, we’ll discuss their differences so you can determine… Continue reading Storage drives: HDD and SSD explained

Upgrade your business with unified communications

As a business owner, you’re always looking for ways to make your company more efficient and profitable. One way to do this is to implement unified communications (UC). In this blog post, we’ll discuss how UC can help upgrade your business’s information system and other advantages of adopting a UC platform. What is unified communications?… Continue reading Upgrade your business with unified communications

Tips for improving your Excel skills

Are you looking to expand your Microsoft Excel expertise? Do you want to learn how to work smarter with this powerful business tool? This article will provide tips to help you improve your Excel skills. SUM and AutoSum SUM is a function that allows you to add individual ranges, cell references, values, or all three.… Continue reading Tips for improving your Excel skills

Data backup solutions your business should use

Data loss, whether caused by equipment failure, human error, natural disasters, disgruntled employees, or cyberattacks, is a major threat to your business. If you’re not prepared, losing sensitive data can bring your business to a grinding halt. Fortunately, the following backup solutions can help prevent such a scenario. Tape drives Tape drives are the oldest… Continue reading Data backup solutions your business should use

Windows 11: First things to set up and customize

Microsoft’s Windows 11 operating system offers a number of improvements over Windows 10, including a new Start menu and a more functional Taskbar. If you have just purchased a laptop running on Windows 11, or are planning to upgrade your current device, then you will need to know how to set it up. In this… Continue reading Windows 11: First things to set up and customize

Work from home security best practices

In many industries, remote working is becoming an increasingly popular option for employees. But with the freedom and flexibility of working from home comes a new set of cybersecurity risks. Read on to learn security best practices for remote workers. Patch your software regularly Although installing software updates can be a major nuisance, these updates… Continue reading Work from home security best practices

Exploring blockchain in healthcare

Blockchain technology is quickly gaining traction across many different industries. However, many are still unsure of what blockchain is. In this blog post, we will explore blockchain, the benefits it offers healthcare organizations, and how it can be used to improve patient care. What is blockchain? Although the technology is known for enabling cryptocurrencies like… Continue reading Exploring blockchain in healthcare

Organize Android apps by creating folders

When you download apps, your Android device usually stores them on the home screen. As you download more apps over time, your home screen might become cluttered, making it difficult for you to find the app you want to use. Fortunately, you can quickly and easily fix this problem by organizing your apps in folders.… Continue reading Organize Android apps by creating folders

Be more productive with these Mac keyboard shortcuts

Pointing and clicking with a mouse is great, but there are times when doing so can disrupt your focus. At times like these, using these shortcuts on your Mac’s keyboard may actually be more efficient. Minimize or dock the front app window: Command + M If you have several open apps, browsers, and Finder windows,… Continue reading Be more productive with these Mac keyboard shortcuts

Tips for fixing common printer problems

Nothing can be more frustrating than encountering printing problems right before a presentation or deadline. Whether it’s jammed paper or empty ink cartridges, printing-related problems can adversely affect workplace productivity. Here are helpful tips to fix some of the most common printer issues. Jammed paper A paper jam is the most common and probably the… Continue reading Tips for fixing common printer problems