As your data storage needs expand, you will inevitably outgrow traditional external USB hard drives and shared folders. There's a huge cost difference between using shared folders/external drives versus having a dedicated file server. Luckily, there's another option that fills the gap between those … Read More
5 Factors to Consider When Choosing an Internet Service Provider
For most businesses and even homes, internet access is just as important as their other utilities. Most businesses use internet access for everything from customer communication (email, VOIP, etc) to credit card processing. Without internet access, some businesses simply can't operate. In addition … Read More
6 Windows Keyboard Shortcuts You May Not Know
Shortcut key combinations are designed to make it easier/faster to do certain tasks. As far as shortcut keys in Windows are concerned, almost everyone knows about CTRL + ALT + DEL (Interrupt), CTRL + C (Copy), ALT + F4 (Close program) and the more common shortcuts. In this blog post, we'll be … Read More
Bigger isn’t always better: Why working with a small business can be awesome!
Small Businesses are the driving force behind the US Economy. The U.S. Small Business Association (SBA) estimates that there are nearly 28,000,000 small businesses that employ 56,000,000 workers while creating 2 out of every 3 new jobs. You would be surprised at just how many small businesses are in … Read More
5 Awesome Google Chrome Extensions to Optimize Your Browsing Experience
In the recent years, Google Chrome has taken the browser market by storm, with almost 60% of users now using Google Chrome (according to W3). Most users view it as an easier, faster way to browse the internet. According to reports (source: TechCrunch), there are now over 10,000 different Chrome … Read More
4 Awesome Design Tools for the Aspiring Digital Artist
When getting started in digital art, there are several different programs out there that are attractive to new users. A few are completely free, but most of the software is premium (paid). Having the correct software can greatly increase the quality of the output and efficiency of the artist. For … Read More
File Format Guide for Graphics: JPG, PNG, EPS, etc.
As the internet and technology changes, it's tough to keep up with the different types of files. In this post, we will try to clear up the various differences between file types and when you should use each type. The type of file you use for your purpose can have a huge effect on the quality of the … Read More
Why should I use a premium e-mail solution instead of free?
E-mail is a valuable tool that is absolutely critical in business communication, with most business users checking their e-mail several times a day. According to a recent report by The Radicati Group, there are around 4.4 Billion email addresses currently in use. An e-mail account, whether … Read More
5 Things to Consider When Buying a New Monitor
Computer monitors are often the most overlooked peripheral that is connected to your computer. With the amount of time the average user spends looking at a computer monitor, a poor decision can make work less efficient and could potentially be harmful to your eyesight and neck. With most of your … Read More
October is National CyberSecurity Awareness Month
The US Department of Homeland Security has observed National Cyber Security Awareness Month every October since 2004. NCSAM is connected with the Stop. Think. Connect campaign. The focus is part of a global effort to provide both businesses and individuals the information, resources and tools they … Read More