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Cortana tips and tricks for an easier life

Over the years, the virtual assistant has evolved. First there was the Microsoft Paperclip (aka Clippy), later we had Siri, and now we have Cortana, the new assistant for Microsoft Windows 10. If you’re a Windows 10 user who loves the operating system just as much as we do, you may be curious as to… Continue reading Cortana tips and tricks for an easier life

Is the iPad Pro worth buying?

With the Microsoft Surface Pro 4 and iPad Pro both recently released, there is a lot of debate to be had as to which is the better device. So instead of looking at the differences between these two, let’s just focus on what’s special about the iPad Pro. Is it worth buying? How is it… Continue reading Is the iPad Pro worth buying?

How to create Facebook ads that convert

It’s the holiday season, and that means people are more likely than ever to spend money. While people are out shopping in full force, many come home to warm up and inevitably end up surfing their favorite social media network: Facebook. So if you’ve been trying to get a piece of this action with little… Continue reading How to create Facebook ads that convert

The 7 must-have apps for any Android tablet

The Google Play Store is filled with hundreds of thousands of Android applications, many of which add great functionality and value to your device, but some of which are simply a waste of memory. So how do you sort the good ones from the bad? We’ve highlighted seven must-have apps that you need to try… Continue reading The 7 must-have apps for any Android tablet

Virtualization questions to consider

We’ve seen first hand just how beneficial office virtualization can be for small and medium-sized businesses. Of course the process isn’t as simple as snapping your fingers, or saying presto, and having a smooth running, virtualized office appear. It is a long process and you will have to answer a lot of questions. Here are… Continue reading Virtualization questions to consider

Using Samsung Pay just got easier

Samsung Pay is just one of a number of services available to consumers and businesses looking to make the most of growth in the mobile payments sector, whether for the sake of greater convenience or enhanced bottom-line profit. Apple Pay and Google Wallet may steal most of the headlines when it comes to the mobile… Continue reading Using Samsung Pay just got easier

What’s the difference between FXS and FXO?

It’s easy to get lost in the confusion of FXS and FXO, especially if you’re a complete novice in matters of VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol). These terms are often used in the telecom world, and understanding their difference is the first step in choosing the right VoIP system that best suits your needs. Here’s… Continue reading What’s the difference between FXS and FXO?

Tips to add value to your blog

When listing your company’s assets, your blog probably doesn’t make the cut. Many businesses tend to ignore blogging – which is a real mistake these days. By putting time and resources into your blog, your can transform it from just another webpage to one of the most valuable things to your company’s growth. We’ve complied… Continue reading Tips to add value to your blog

How to diffuse negative online commentary

Between the smartphones, iPads and desktops we all use, more and more people are spending hours of their day on the Internet. And at one point or another, someone is likely to say something bad about your business online. Whether it is true or not, you need to know how to respond when it happens… Continue reading How to diffuse negative online commentary

Tips for smart BI planning

Implementing Business Intelligence (BI) software and other tools can help your company grown by leaps and bounds. However, it has to be planned for with the proper level of diligence and care to truly be beneficial to your business. Haphazardly installing BI software can result in an expensive misstep that sees you fall behind the… Continue reading Tips for smart BI planning