Posted on Friday July 01, 2016
Even an IT novice can recognize the scourge of 'bloatware' on new hardware. It doesn't matter what type of new gadget you've purchased, it's bound to come loaded with unnecessary apps and software that the manufacturer believes will drive you to purchase more of their products. And while they aren't impossible to remove, those pesky programs can take a lot of time to get rid of. With Microsoft's new 'Refresh Windows' tool you can send all of them back from whence they came in just two easy steps.
Posted on Thursday June 30, 2016
Out of all the numerous social media platforms, Instagram is playing in the big leagues with over 400 million active users. But since most companies are acquainted with Facebook and Twitter, Instagram has essentially been overlooked as a marketing tool. The challenge isn't posting a picture, but attempting to drive traffic back to your company's website. Establish a solid corporate presence with the latest tools announced by Instagram:
Posted on Wednesday June 15, 2016
ESPN recently reported that a laptop containing the medical records of thousands of NFL players was stolen from the car of a Washington Redskins' trainer. And while the team released a statement saying no health information protected under HIPAA guidelines was at risk, the incident shows that EMRs are vulnerable no matter the size of your company. That's why you need to have all medical records completely protected no matter where they are being stored.
Posted on Tuesday June 14, 2016
The word 'Community' is derived from the Latin term communitas meaning 'things shared by many or all', which hints at our innate desire to connect with others. With the Internet being such a powerful medium, connecting people regardless of their locations has never been easier. Imagine thousands and thousands of people that are genuinely interested in what your company does -- that level of attention would not only propel but possibly skyrocket your business to heights you didn't think possible. But before running, we must first walk. Here are five tips for building an online community for your business:
Posted on Friday June 10, 2016
Virtualization has permanently changed the world of IT and computing and bringing with it the overhaul of IT architecture and workflow. One would think that it would reach its saturation point sooner or later but with constant innovation and development, virtualization has permeated and penetrated deep as to reach the client level. Here are three virtualization options for SMB's wishing to optimize their tech resources:
Posted on Thursday June 09, 2016
Although some may have hoped that the threat of ransomware was on the decline, the reality is that it's quite the opposite. Until now, attacks seemed to be targeted directly at its victims, but Microsoft warns that may no longer be true. With their discovery of self-propagating ransomware it's vital to fully understand the possible risk of infection.