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Say goodbye to Office 365 — and hello to Microsoft 365

By Chris Butler / May 11, 2020 /

Microsoft recently introduced its new Microsoft 365 (M365) Personal and Family subscriptions, which will replace their Office 365 (O365) Home and Personal plans. The company wants its new bundles to be “the subscription for your life to help you make the most of your time, connect, and protect the ones you love, and to develop…

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The SMB’s guide to staying afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic

By Chris Butler / May 6, 2020 /

More than being a global health crisis, the COVID-19 pandemic is also upending the global economy. Many businesses find themselves facing the grim reality that if they don’t find a way to adapt to the crisis, they’ll end up closing their doors for good. Here are some tips that can help your business get through…

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Another Windows 10 update, another raft of issues

By Chris Butler / May 4, 2020 /

It’s the update season for Windows 10 users. Although it’s normal for us to experience an uptick in support requests during these periods, things are looking worse than normal this time around. That’s because Microsoft’s most recent operating system update has caused data loss for some users. Let’s discuss how you can prevent this from…

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Keep these in mind when shopping for antivirus software

By Chris Butler / May 1, 2020 /

If you think cybersecurity is only for big organizations, think again. Small- and mid-sized businesses often don’t have the budget for expensive cybersecurity tools, making them easier targets for cybercriminals. Statistics show that cybercrimes continue to increase every year. And with the global pandemic forcing businesses to work from home, protection from cyberthreats such as…

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Extend your MacBook’s battery life with this feature

By Chris Butler / April 27, 2020 /

If you’re concerned about your MacBook’s battery life, then a new feature from Apple is good news. Called Battery Health Management, it is designed to reduce the negative effects of overcharging on your device’s battery. This feature will be released with the new macOS 10.15.5 Catalina update. It maintains your MacBook’s battery life by preventing…

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Finding the best work from home laptop

By Chris Butler / April 24, 2020 /

Whether you’re performing some light web browsing or graphically intensive tasks, you’ll need a suitable laptop that functions according to your work from home requirements. To help you pick the right laptop, we’ve compiled a list of features to consider. Size – When it comes to your laptop weapon of choice, size matters. Of course,…

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Remote work policy tips for Windows and Office users

By Chris Butler / April 20, 2020 /

With businesses making adjustments due to the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns about data integrity of work from home (WFH) setups have multiplied. But as long as you can properly configure Windows and Office, your business data will always remain protected. Before the pandemic broke out, companies across the United States had already been on the lookout…

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Could telecommuting be the new norm?

By Chris Butler / April 15, 2020 /

Despite businesses’ reservations, remote working comes with numerous benefits, including lower overhead expenses and improved productivity. And with the coronavirus pandemic forcing employees to work from home, this might just be the tipping point for remote work to become the norm. Enforced flexibility A pandemic is one of the most socially, economically, and politically disruptive…

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Ways to download and install Windows 10

By Chris Butler / April 13, 2020 /

Microsoft is making it easy for any user to download Windows 10 from its website. This is helpful for those who want to burn it to a DVD for future use, upgrade compatible PCs, and install a clean copy. In this post, we will walk you through the different methods of downloading and installing Windows…

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Security best practices for remote workers

By Chris Butler / April 10, 2020 /

Working from home increases employee autonomy, cuts costs, and ensures the health and safety of the company during the coronavirus pandemic. The problem is, it also increases the likelihood of security breaches since employees are working outside the company’s security perimeter. That’s why you and your staff must adhere to these security best practices. Fortify…

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