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What’s new with Microsoft Excel?

Microsoft Excel can be used to record inventory, create simple and complex formulas, and manage data. The world’s most popular spreadsheet program is chock full of features, and with a recent upgrade, users will be able to do more with their own data. Here’s how to make the most of it. Previous Excel upgrades include… Continue reading What’s new with Microsoft Excel?

5 Ways you can benefit from business dashboards

Data dashboards have become increasingly popular for businesses over the past few years. They are a great data visualization tool that gives you an overview of how your business is performing, catering to a wide variety of users, from marketing staff to project managers. Let’s take a look at how dashboards can support your business… Continue reading 5 Ways you can benefit from business dashboards

Master Windows 10 with the following tips and tricks

Did you know that the latest update of the Windows 10 operating system comes with many improvements to user experience? Try out the following features and change the way you work, play, and everything in between. Night light This feature lets you reduce the amount of blue light emitted from your screen, which helps reduce… Continue reading Master Windows 10 with the following tips and tricks

What is juice jacking, and why is it dangerous?

Smartphones help us complete various work and personal tasks, and, depending on our usage, we may need to recharge them several times a day. But when your charger is unavailable and you need power for your phone, charging at public kiosks can seem like a good substitute. Here’s one good reason why you shouldn’t plug… Continue reading What is juice jacking, and why is it dangerous?

3 Ways AI is changing the healthcare sector

Technology plays an important role in streamlining business processes. Artificial intelligence (AI), for example, is making huge strides in the healthcare industry, not only helping medical professionals better care for their patients, but also giving people proactive means of managing their health and lifestyle. Virtual personal health assistants At the helm of the AI revolution… Continue reading 3 Ways AI is changing the healthcare sector

How to verify apps before installing them on an Android device

Android devices are one of the more popular mobile devices, partly due to the large variety of apps available to users. Unfortunately, many of these are anything but useful. Fake apps purporting to be made by reputable developers can steal your personal data or infect your devices with malware. How can you protect yourself and… Continue reading How to verify apps before installing them on an Android device

Simple ways to defend against Mac ransomware

Although a majority of ransomware attacks usually target Windows PCs, this doesn’t mean Mac users are completely safe. Ransomware attacks for Macs have occurred before, and are growing more widespread over time. So how can you prevent ransomware from infecting your Mac? We’ve compiled some helpful security tips for you. What is Mac ransomware? Ransomware… Continue reading Simple ways to defend against Mac ransomware

Why you should consider SSD over HDD

Computer and laptop buyers today need to make a decision between getting either a solid state drive (SSD) or a hard disk drive (HDD) as a primary storage component for their device. But which one is the better choice? In this article we outline the distinct features of SSD and HDD so you can make… Continue reading Why you should consider SSD over HDD

VoIP’s hold message options are easy

Silence during a phone call is often taken as a sign that the call was dropped. There’s no use staying on the line, so people hang up. It’s therefore no wonder that a CNN survey found that among Americans who are put on hold in silence, 70% of them hang up within 60 seconds. But… Continue reading VoIP’s hold message options are easy

Which web browser is the most secure?

Enterprise cybersecurity is a holistic system that involves employing security practices at every level of use. This includes picking out the most secure web browser. Consider the security features of these popular web browsers when picking yours. Microsoft Edge Microsoft Edge, Windows 10’s current default browser, is an improvement over its predecessor Internet Explorer (IE).… Continue reading Which web browser is the most secure?