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This July 29, get the new Windows 10

July 29 is the day Windows users have been waiting for. This summer sees the release of the much-anticipated Windows 10 operating system, which Microsoft is keen to ensure outperforms the let-down that was Windows 8. The computing giant has been back to the drawing board and emerged with plenty of impressive new features to… Continue reading This July 29, get the new Windows 10

How to backup your data

Businesses today are relying on data to run their day-to-day operations. We use it to build client relationships, generate sales reports, develop marketing strategies, and so much more. But if something were to happen to it, a devastating disaster for example, you could risk losing your whole business if you haven’t properly backed up. With… Continue reading How to backup your data

End of the line for Google Calendar SMS alerts

In the age of the smartphone, the once vital SMS notifications from Google Calendar were a vital component of the service. They gave us an all-important reminder about upcoming meetings that we might have forgotten about; of particular use when away from the desktop computer that at the time was still the technology mainstay. But… Continue reading End of the line for Google Calendar SMS alerts

Why you should try Microsoft’s new browser

If you’re like most people, you probably have a preferred browser you use when surfing the web. You may even consider yourself set in your ways, and think there’s no chance you’d ever consider testing another browser. Well, Microsoft’s new wonder child, aptly called Edge, may have you thinking twice. With a wide set of… Continue reading Why you should try Microsoft’s new browser

Here are the big takeaways from Apple’s WWDC

The Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is the annual occasion on which the technology giant announces all the goodies it has in the pipeline in the coming months and years. The event, which took place just earlier this month in San Francisco is watched closely by Apple fans the world over for signs of the… Continue reading Here are the big takeaways from Apple’s WWDC

Common BI mistakes businesses make

Clued-up companies rely on business intelligence (BI) in order to make informed decisions regarding their future. Yet even though businesses invest in BI, they often make mistakes resulting from a lack of knowledge about how best to implement it, and can end up losing more than they can afford. Here is a round-up of common… Continue reading Common BI mistakes businesses make

Inbox zero for all with Outlook’s Clutter

For all the undeniable value that email brings to both personal and business users around the world, there’s something else that can’t be denied: the amount of time we waste dealing with the seemingly endless flow of unwanted and irrelevant messages that land in our inboxes. Even when a message is somehow valuable to us… Continue reading Inbox zero for all with Outlook’s Clutter

Tricks to become more efficient using Mac OS

We’re all busy. That’s why if you’re a Mac user and not familiar with your computer’s shortcuts and tips, they can be a useful advantage that will save hours of your time in the long run. For those who are not well versed in shortcuts and other handy tricks for their beloved Apple computer, here… Continue reading Tricks to become more efficient using Mac OS

How to advertise on Facebook: the basics

Social media marketing has made it possible for businesses to reach targeted audiences easily, and it’s becoming a growing trend. When we talk about social media marketing, Facebook advertising is by far one of the most popular methods out there. More and more companies are starting to advertise on Facebook, and for a good reason… Continue reading How to advertise on Facebook: the basics

Stay productive when working remotely

When many people think of remote working, they imagine a person lounging on the couch in their pajamas with a laptop. Does this vision stir up images of productivity? We doubt it. That’s why it’s important to instill the proper habits of a work-from-home culture into your remote workers’ minds. Here are a few principles… Continue reading Stay productive when working remotely