The threat of the new coronavirus, COVID-19, has prompted many businesses to allow staff to work remotely. Employees are asked to work from home to avoid potentially infecting one another not just with the coronavirus, but the common cold and flu, which shares many similar symptoms with COVID-19. Not all businesses have the luxury of…
3 Top Reasons for Onsite Computer Repair
No one wants to experience computer problems. If your computer is used for your business then it is likely indispensable as all your essential customer and accounting files are on their along with quotes, vendor contracts and employee payroll information! Compounding the crisis is the hassle of going to get the computer fixed. That is…
Is the Cloud really risk-free?
The Cloud presents plenty of benefits that make it a very attractive choice, especially for SMBs who don’t want to be burdened with higher in-house IT costs, putting your data in the Cloud is not risk-free. Just as storing data on physical servers has its security threats, the Cloud presents certain security concerns as well….
4 WAYS TO SECURE YOUR FACEBOOK ACCOUNT
Facebook, a platform with more users than the U.S., China, and Brazil populations combined, is a frequent target for cyberattacks due to its sheer popularity. The infamous data breach of 2018 caused Facebook to hone in on its security efforts, so there are many protection measures users can – and should – take. Keep reading…
Empower your business with Microsoft 365
Microsoft 365 isn’t just a new name for the tech giant’s old product Office 365. The new software comes with chock-full of tools that will empower employees, protect data, and provide business leaders with comprehensive oversight and control. Check out its features below. Name change Microsoft has time and again shown that they are willing…
COVID-19 Scams that Threaten Your Small Business
Even with life being stressful enough during this uncertain time of COVID-19, things have been made worse by the increasing number of cybercriminals and other nefarious actors trying to profit from the current chaos and insecurity. There are three main types of cyber threats that your organization and employees should be aware of as described…
7 Questions to Ask a New Internet Service Provider
A list of best practice questions companies should ask future new ISPs As a small business owner or office manager, the speed, reliability and cost of your internet service is something that you take seriously. Slow speeds, insufficient bandwidth, and outages can cost your business time and money. As IT Support specialists, we regularly help…
5 Common Computer Myths You Need To Stop Believing
Computer myths: 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 Computer myths you need to stop believing #1 A slow-running computer has a virus A virus can be to blame. Spyware or…
How Long Can You Expect Your Hardware to Last?
When you look at your office, warehouse, or other work facility, you probably see a mix of older and newer hardware. Shiny, state-of-the-art laptops may sit next to trusty old workstations or servers that just keep on going, year after year. But before you can make any long-term IT budget plans, you have to have…
Recycle your electronic waste (E-WASTE)
Many people wonder how to recycle their old computer equipment when it becomes so much electronic waste (or e-waste). With the advent of numerous mobile devices and the rapid development of technology, a lot of waste is produced. Be it from defunct devices, or broken ones, the peoples’ constant need for new stuff creates a lot of…
