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Cleaning tips for your work computers and mobile devices

Allowing work PCs and mobile devices to accumulate dirt can lead to glitches and hardware failures, both of which can affect productivity. To avoid these issues, you must properly maintain your work devices. Here are a few tips to keep them clean. Desktop monitors You spend several hours looking at your computer monitor, so it’s… Continue reading Cleaning tips for your work computers and mobile devices

Get VoIP-ready for the holidays

For many businesses, the holidays can be one of the busiest times of the year, with clients calling left and right. Fortunately, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) systems offer numerous cloud-enabled features that ought to help you handle large volumes of calls and cover periods when you are closed. However, if you don’t optimize their… Continue reading Get VoIP-ready for the holidays

The difference between Groups, Yammer, and Teams

Yammer, Microsoft 365 Groups, and Microsoft Teams are all Microsoft 365 tools that are designed for sharing files and communicating with colleagues. So what differentiates them from one another, and when should you use which? Let’s find out. Microsoft 365 Groups With Microsoft 365 Groups, every member gets a shared inbox, calendar, project planner, notebook,… Continue reading The difference between Groups, Yammer, and Teams

Speed hacks for Google Chrome

While Chrome is many users’ browser of choice because of its speed, it does consume a lot of system RAM. Additionally, there are times when it feels slower than normal. Fortunately, these problems are simple to fix. Here are some speed hacks for Chrome. Use the latest version of Chrome Google continually optimizes its products,… Continue reading Speed hacks for Google Chrome

Stay connected with a UPS for networking equipment

An uninterrupted power supply (UPS) is an essential component of a business’s IT network. It ensures that networking equipment stays operational during power outages or failures. This allows you to stay online so you don’t suffer the productivity- and profit-draining impacts of a power outage, especially one that happens without warning. Learn more about UPS… Continue reading Stay connected with a UPS for networking equipment

How to clean your PC using Disk Cleanup

Over time, your Windows PC accumulates files you no longer need, which can slow down its performance. That’s just how the Windows operating system works. But don’t fret — you can use Windows’ Disk Cleanup tool to get rid of your unnecessary files on your computer, free up your hard drive, and make it run… Continue reading How to clean your PC using Disk Cleanup

Here’s how to get the right EMR system

Electronic medical record (EMR) systems enable healthcare providers to store patients’ medical and treatment histories in digital formats. These solutions eliminate the need for several complex paper charts and allow medical professionals to provide patients with efficient and precise care. When selecting an EMR system for your healthcare organization, consider these factors. Determine your requirements… Continue reading Here’s how to get the right EMR system

Keep cybercriminals from attacking your business printers with these tips

It’s easy to overlook printers when implementing a cybersecurity strategy, as they may seem safe from cyberattacks. But in reality, many hackers these days exploit certain printer vulnerabilities to gather information about businesses or even infiltrate their systems without anyone noticing. Protect your business printers by following these tips. What makes business printers vulnerable to… Continue reading Keep cybercriminals from attacking your business printers with these tips

Easy steps to reduce data usage on your Android device

If you don’t have an unlimited data plan for your Android device, uncontrolled downloading can result in slower connections, poor battery life, and high overage charges. But do you know that you can reduce your data consumption without affecting your mobile experience? Follow these handy tips. Delete data-draining apps Apps that constantly consume your mobile… Continue reading Easy steps to reduce data usage on your Android device

Are Macs immune to malware?

Windows computers tend to deal with an assortment of malware, but many people fail to realize that even Apple computers face similar threats. As cybercriminals have become more adept at finding exploits and other vulnerabilities, more and more Macs have also fallen prey to malware. Here are some threats you need to look out for… Continue reading Are Macs immune to malware?