Security Patches – The Better Way to Update
Security Patches – The Better Way to Update Updates often come at the worst moment. You go to shut down your laptop to rush to a meeting, and you get a “Windows is updating. Do not power off” message. Argh! Or you leave your desktop to go to a meeting and come back to find […]
The Dark Web and Its Impact on Your Business
The Dark Web and Its Impact on Your Business Business owners today know the internet is not only a force for good. Some people exploit the Web for ill intent. They congregate on the Dark Web, and small businesses need to understand the risks. What is the Dark Web? You and your employees spend time […]
Making Technology Another Target for Continuous Improvement
Making Technology Another Target for Continuous Improvement Your business likely talks a lot about continuous improvement. It’s everyone’s goal, right? Yet “set it and forget it” is a common approach to handling business technology. Here’s why IT needs your ongoing attention too. Your competition is increasing, and it can feel as if it is doing […]
To Backup or To Archive? ‘Tis The Question
To Backup or To Archive? ‘Tis The Question Hamlet worried about whether to be or not. You may be more preoccupied with whether backup or archiving is better for your business. You know you need to secure your data, but how? This article examines the different benefits of both options. Back in the day, businesses […]
5 Common Computer Myths Debunked
5 Common Computer Myths Debunked Common urban myths would have us believe alligators live in sewers or people put razor blades in kids’ candy. Common misconceptions about computers are just as persistent. Here are several IT myths debunked for your benefit. #1 A slow-running computer has a virus A virus can be to blame. Spyware […]
Failure is Not an Option: Getting Rid of Single Points of Failure
Failure is Not an Option: Getting Rid of Single Points of Failure You might think that your business is going to be OK even if a single device goes down. After all, there are other devices your employees can use. It’s not as if the entire system is going to fall like dominoes. Or is […]