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Android trends for 2014

Android has become one of the top two mobile operating systems, and is arguably the most popular if you look at the number of devices it is installed on. In 2013 we saw a number of new high-end Android devices released along with two versions of Android and new Nexus devices. Will 2014 top this… Continue reading Android trends for 2014

Excel 2013’s Quick Analysis

Microsoft Excel is one of the most versatile office tools available to business owners and managers. This spreadsheet creator allows for users to track hours, sales, and really almost any kind of data. It also allows data to be manipulated, usually by visualizing it, so that it is easier to digest and understand. Excel 2013… Continue reading Excel 2013’s Quick Analysis

Switch Plans-easier Office 365 upgrades

Microsoft Office has long been the go-to source for office productivity programs. The cloud version – Office 365 – has proven to be just as useful. Businesses that use Office 365 purchase a plan and pay either monthly or yearly. True to Microsoft, there are numerous plans for all types of users. However, the only… Continue reading Switch Plans-easier Office 365 upgrades

Splitting your Google Doc into columns

At first glance, Google Drive is a powerful cloud-based office solution. Mixing the ability to share and create files, it’s proving to be a useful tool for many businesses. Take for example the word processor – Google Docs – it has many of the important features users need. There are a few features missing however,… Continue reading Splitting your Google Doc into columns

VoIP – 5 reasons to switch

Technology of any kind has become an important business component. While many companies are upgrading servers, virtualizing environments and even implementing the cloud, there is one function often ignored: The telephone and phone lines. One option to modernize older phone systems is to upgrade to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP). If you are using older,… Continue reading VoIP – 5 reasons to switch

Here comes OS X Mavericks

Apple is widely known to produce devices and software with solid support and usability, in fact, they have built their name on easy to use systems. Their desktop operating system, OS X, is quickly becoming the go-to-choice for the younger generation and even some businesses. In late June, the company announced an exciting new OS… Continue reading Here comes OS X Mavericks

Here are five important VoIP features

While email has definitely become the most popular form of communication for businesses, there’s still something about a good old fashioned phone call that email just can’t convey. One of the most popular phone systems in use these days is Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), which uses an Internet connection to convey phone calls. Are… Continue reading Here are five important VoIP features

Here’s 5 benefits of VoIP

Imagine the last time you were dealing with a frustrated customer over email. It can be hard to convey meaning through the digital medium, context is often missed. That’s why a good old-fashioned phone call can do wonders. Traditional phone systems are a large investment, however there is an alternative: Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).… Continue reading Here’s 5 benefits of VoIP

Mac security called into question

In the Mac vs PC debate, there have been many wins for both sides, until recently Mac users have been more or less winning the security debate. The touted ‘security’ of Macs was taken down a peg or two in the early summer with a couple of highly publicized malware attacks that had many Mac… Continue reading Mac security called into question

View your desktop from anywhere

While being able to access your desktop while you’re outside the office is an option you’ve had for a number of years, it’s only now starting to really take off. This is made possible by companies like VMware who offer products that allow you to virtualize practically your whole business. One particularly useful product, View,… Continue reading View your desktop from anywhere