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Excel headers and footers 101

Microsoft Excel has become an increasingly versatile work application catering to most businesses, big and small. While most users are familiar with all the functions the app has to offer, many are still unaware that you can add a header or footer to your spreadsheets. With that in mind, it’s time for a comprehensive view… Continue reading Excel headers and footers 101

Microsoft updates Office for iPad

The iPad has become one of the most popular business tools, and earlier this year it became even more useful when Microsoft released iPad optimized versions of their popular Office apps. Office 365 subscribers can now access, edit, create, and share PowerPoint, Excel, and Word docs from their device. In an effort to improve the… Continue reading Microsoft updates Office for iPad

Hangouts updated for apps users

While email is one of the most useful communication tools of the modern age, many people find it to be too impersonal for some business circumstances; preferring face-to-face interaction instead. For Google Apps users, there is one app that could be really helpful in increasing personal communication: Hangouts. In an effort to make the app… Continue reading Hangouts updated for apps users

5 common security issues

Security of your systems and technology is always an on-going battle and one you will likely never completely win. There are definitive steps you can take to ensure that your systems are secure, but we find that one of the most effective tools is knowledge. If you know a bit about how your systems can… Continue reading 5 common security issues

6 Things to do when your battery is low

The laptop has become one of the more reliable tech tools at a business owner’s disposal. These mobile computers allow us to take the office with us when we are on the road. The only problem is, their usefulness often hinges on the battery power. If you have a laptop, it’s highly likely that you’ve… Continue reading 6 Things to do when your battery is low

8 data backup tips – Part 2

Regardless of the industry you operate in, or the size of your business, you should be taking steps to ensure that your business is ready for any disaster. While there are many paths you can take to ensure your business is ready, there is one element that is central to all plans: backing up your… Continue reading 8 data backup tips – Part 2

How to try OS X Yosemite early

One of the bigger pieces of news from Apple this year is the announcement of a new version of OS X that will be coming out in the fall. OS X Yosemite will introduce a number of interesting features and changes that are eagerly anticipated by many users. Some of those who are keen to… Continue reading How to try OS X Yosemite early

Google’s mobile Search change

One of the biggest Internet trends of the past half decade or so is the rise of mobile-based browsing. With the ever increasing number of smartphones and cheaper data plans, mobile Internet browsing is set to surpass desktop. Because of this, Google has recently introduced a slight change to their mobile search results that could… Continue reading Google’s mobile Search change

6 IT outsourcing misconceptions!

In many western countries, the word ‘outsourcing’ is both feared and loathed. The idea of moving business processes out of a company really does not sit well with many. However, for a great number of business owners it is appealing, especially when they aren’t able to successfully manage all processes alone, such as the IT… Continue reading 6 IT outsourcing misconceptions!

Meeting Helpful Cortana

One of the biggest trends in the world of modern smartphones is that they are getting smarter. Most mobile developers are striving to make your phone even more an extension you and your life than ever before. A common tactic they are using is by creating personal assistant apps. Apple has Siri, Google has Google… Continue reading Meeting Helpful Cortana