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PowerPoint and lists

The presentation is an important part of any business, with many managers and owners relying on Microsoft’s PowerPoint to develop and deliver their presentations. In fact, this software has become so popular that many now call digital presentations PowerPoints. Regardless of how they are referred to, it can often be tough to give a great… Continue reading PowerPoint and lists

5 tips on Office’s templates

Microsoft has a number of popular programs, with one of the most favored being Office and its cloud based version, Office 365. The programs that are included in Office 365 Business subscriptions have a variety of useful features and functions. An example of this are the templates, which when used correctly can really help business… Continue reading 5 tips on Office’s templates

New features for Chrome on your mobile

The mobile device has become such a large part of many people’s lives that it is often hard to ignore. One of the most popular uses for the phone has to be browsing the Web. Many people use Google’s Chrome browser largely because it’s the browser they use on their desktop. The mobile version of… Continue reading New features for Chrome on your mobile

Managed antivirus – what is it?

Business technology is becoming increasingly complex to manage. In fact, many business owners and even IT departments often don’t have the time to oversee every business function. One area where help is often needed is with regard to security, and more specifically antivirus based solutions. There are so many different options available that it can… Continue reading Managed antivirus – what is it?

CYOD and BYOD – What are they?

Mobile devices are a popular tool for many employees, most of whom will at some point use their device for a work-oriented task. In an effort to allow or address this many companies are adopting a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policy. There is another similar trend that is also gaining popularity, which is CYOD… Continue reading CYOD and BYOD – What are they?

4 BCP and DR trends in 2014

It feels like the number of disasters striking around the world is growing year-on-year, or perhaps they are simply highlighted more in the media. Whatever the reality of disaster risks, many business owners and managers keep an eye on potential problems that will impact their companies, and have implemented some form of business continuity or… Continue reading 4 BCP and DR trends in 2014

Apple in 2014 – 4 things to expect

Apple is one of the most popular tech companies among virtually every generation. The company, well known for its innovation, had a good year in 2013, releasing a new version of iOS and new iPads among other things. Apple even offered a revamped and cylindrical Mac Pro. As we turn to 2014, many fans are… Continue reading Apple in 2014 – 4 things to expect

5 cloud trends for 2014

One of the more ambiguous tech concepts of modern times is the cloud. Most define it as any system that is accessed over the Internet or a network. In the past five years or so, businesses have been integrating cloud solutions in increasing numbers. Because of the popularity of the cloud it might just be… Continue reading 5 cloud trends for 2014

How to email Google+ connections

Google+ was launched in mid 2011, and social media-wise has more or less limped along for the past few years. Google has put their full weight behind this service though, and has been continually integrating it with their other services, making it an essential platform. One of the latest integrations is a new function in… Continue reading How to email Google+ connections

The Speech feature on Windows Phone

One common feature that can be found on nearly every major mobile operating system is the ability to use your voice to interact with your phone. This is a great feature for users who can’t interact with their phone, say when they are driving. With the release of Windows Phone 8 came improved voice control,… Continue reading The Speech feature on Windows Phone