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5 Common Technology Problems (and How to Resolve Them)

5 Common Technology Problems (and How to Resolve Them)

We’re willing to bet good money on the fact that your business suffers more technology problems than you’d like (but don’t hold us to that). Sometimes the problems are more complex, but many are simple and can be addressed quickly without the need for a professional. Today, we want to help you with some of the basics so you can know for sure when something is outside of your wheelhouse.

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What Can a Cybersecurity Consultant Do for My Business?

What Can a Cybersecurity Consultant Do for My Business?

Cybersecurity is a big deal for both individuals and businesses. With hackers and data breaches constantly making headlines, strong security is more important than ever. That’s where cybersecurity consultants come in. Let’s break down how they help keep systems safe.

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Who Owns Your Social Media Accounts?

Who Owns Your Social Media Accounts?

Like it or hate it, it is undeniable that social media is a massive part of the culture. What were once cool websites that you could connect with people of like interests, or at least your extended family and friends you haven’t seen in a while, now are multi-billion dollar businesses that have influence over social trends, politics, and many other social constructs we depend on daily. With social media being so entrenched in the fabric of our digital worlds, it’s important to know exactly where you stand in regard to your individual rights and privacy. Let’s take a look at one contemporary situation that is sure to have ripple effects throughout society in the months and years to come.

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Tip of the Week: Taking a Pause to Benefit Productivity

Tip of the Week: Taking a Pause to Benefit Productivity

Sometimes, one of the best ways to get things done is to take a step back and think. Imagine a chess grandmaster sitting and staring at the board, planning moves for the next seven turns.

To be more productive, think about your tasks like a chess grandmaster. Here's how to do it:

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I’ll Take the User Permissions, Hold the Peanuts

I’ll Take the User Permissions, Hold the Peanuts

Disney is all about magic and wonder, but something shocking almost happened with their park menus. A former Disney employee got into a menu app and made some dangerous changes. They messed with the allergen info on the menus, saying some foods were safe for people with peanut allergies when they weren’t. That could’ve been deadly.

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Are You Looking to Go Paperless?

Are You Looking to Go Paperless?

Imagine a life without any clutter from random papers or random sticky notes floating around your desk. A paperless life isn't just a cool trend—it's a way to be more organized, save money, and even help the environment. So what would it take to go 100% paperless? In today’s blog, we break it down.

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All My Data! - Episode One: Phishing

All My Data! - Episode One: Phishing

To help keep things fresh, we’ve decided to write this blog as though it were a scene from a daytime soap opera. Accordingly, please read all dialogue as though it is either being whispered, shouted, or forced out in anguish by an attractive cast of characters.

Data—ones and zeroes in sequence—runs the world… even in the quiet cape town of Oak Falls. Let’s check in on the residents of this little town, but beware. Threats exist even here, so make sure you’re keeping a close eye on… All My Data!

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Outsource Your Help Desk for More Productivity and Expertise

Outsource Your Help Desk for More Productivity and Expertise

Imagine a situation where your employees encounter a technology problem, but they don’t let it derail productivity for the rest of the workday. Normally, this would be the responsibility of your internal IT department, but if you’re fortunate enough to have one, you know they’re overworked and busy enough as is. When you need IT support and can’t turn to internal resources, outsourcing makes sense.

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What You Need from Your Disaster Recovery Strategy

What You Need from Your Disaster Recovery Strategy

Have you ever accidentally deleted a file or had your computer crash? It can be pretty frustrating, right? Now, imagine if a big disaster (like a hurricane, fire, or data breach) happened and wiped out all your important data. That's where disaster recovery comes in.

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What is a Compressed Zip Folder and How to Make One Yourself

What is a Compressed Zip Folder and How to Make One Yourself

Compressed files, or ZIP files, are great for certain tasks in the business environment. That said, many individuals simply don’t know what they do and what benefits they offer. Today, we want to change that. We’ll discuss what a ZIP file does and how you can make one.

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