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Time to leave Windows XP

Computers are an essential tool for businesses around the world. The vast majority of these systems run some version of Microsoft Windows, like XP or Windows 7. Windows XP, which is still being used by almost 26% of computers connected to the Internet in the US, is one of the most popular operating systems ever… Continue reading Time to leave Windows XP

What to do about Windows XP

Many people, business owners included, believe that Microsoft’s operating system XP is one of the best systems out there. As such, they are still using this in their businesses and homes, and intend to do so for the foreseeable future. The problem with this however, especially for businesses, is that Microsoft is no longer supporting… Continue reading What to do about Windows XP

What does Windows 8.1 update offer?

Windows is the most popular operating system used on desktop computers. It is now also used on mobile devices; the latest operating system, Windows 8.1 supports PCs and tablets. This OS was made available last year, following on from the introduction of Windows 8 in 2012 which introduced a whole new look, feel and usability… Continue reading What does Windows 8.1 update offer?

How to create keyboard shortcuts

No one can refute the benefits to be had in using keyboard shortcuts, especially those for Windows. Not only do they help you save time, but they make it easier to navigate your system. Did you know that Windows allows you to create shortcuts to open apps that are on your desktop? This quick tip… Continue reading How to create keyboard shortcuts

Windows – creating keyboard shortcuts

Windows is the most popular operating system in use today, with many businesses relying on it as their main system. Windows, along with the apps and programs used with it can sometimes be time consuming to navigate or even find, especially if you have a large number of icons on your desktop. In an effort… Continue reading Windows – creating keyboard shortcuts

Steps to creating keyboard shortcuts

So we’ve all heard about how amazing keyboard shortcuts are and how they can help you with accessing your apps in a snap, right? But the question is, are we using them? An even better question would be, how do you create keyboard shortcuts to open apps on our desktop? This article details the steps… Continue reading Steps to creating keyboard shortcuts

Hosted Exchange – what is it?

Servers are an important tool to many businesses, largely because they support the important technology systems required to do business. While servers can host nearly every type of software solution, one of the most common is email and office support, of which Microsoft Exchange is widely considered to be the best. If you are looking… Continue reading Hosted Exchange – what is it?

What is Hosted Exchange?

Technology has become one of the most necessary components of business infrastructure and the technology that supports almost every business is the server. Servers can host almost every system, with one of the most common being email. When many businesses look at email services, they look at Microsoft’s Exchange. If you are looking into Exchange,… Continue reading What is Hosted Exchange?

Define: Hosted Exchange

There are a number of important pieces of technology that businesses rely on in order to be able to operate. One of the most crucial being the server, which hosts the majority of most business programs. Many businesses rely on at least one server to host their email platform, which is most likely Microsoft Exchange.… Continue reading Define: Hosted Exchange

How to take screenshots with Windows

Microsoft’s Windows operating system (OS) is unarguably the most popular system used by businesses. While Windows has a wide variety of features, there are some that aren’t used on a regular basis but are nonetheless useful. One such feature is the screenshot, which allows you to capture what is on your screen as an image.… Continue reading How to take screenshots with Windows