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4 Useful Google apps you didn’t know you needed

By Chris Butler / July 10, 2019 /

Facebook, Instagram, Gmail, Google Maps, and YouTube are applications that most smartphone owners know by heart. These cross-platform apps are so popular that they tend to bury other more use within the app store. Moving away from the “Most Downloaded Apps” section will reveal plenty of helpful apps you probably didn’t know you needed, such…

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Exciting features to expect from macOS Catalina

By Chris Butler / July 9, 2019 /

macOS Catalina, Apple’s next major update to its Mac and MacBook operating system (OS), is all set for a late-September 2019 release, and Mac users the world over can’t wait to unpack its new features and updates. Here’s what you can expect from the latest macOS. Music, Podcast, and Apple TV apps At the 2019…

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Ask these 3 questions about your servers

By Chris Butler / July 8, 2019 /

While you’re still alive and kicking, your heart should never skip a beat. It’s the same with your servers. They’re always working, ensuring your business stays operational even if you don’t pay attention to them. However, business owners tend to overlook their servers as most times it is a simple case of being out of…

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Do more with Office 365

By Chris Butler / July 4, 2019 /

You’ve probably purchased Office 365 to be more productive, but things haven’t turned out well. Don’t feel bad since it’s not too late; here’s what you can do. Get the staff aboard To maximize your company’s productivity with Office 365, make sure that every employee with a computer uses it. While this may be easier…

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Three types of business dashboards

By Chris Butler / July 1, 2019 /

Dashboards allow you to better understand your customers and easily make informed business decisions. But with many types of dashboards out there, each serving a unique purpose, how do you determine which one is best for your company? We’ve listed three types of the most widely used dashboards below. Strategic dashboards Ideal for senior managers…

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The benefits of hosted Exchange

By Chris Butler / June 28, 2019 /

Servers can host almost every type of business program, with email being one of the most common. When businesses look for email server services, they look for Microsoft Exchange. But if you’re looking to save on infrastructure costs, you might want to consider Microsoft’s hosted Exchange. Here’s what you need to know. What is Microsoft…

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5 Tips for securing your email account

By Chris Butler / June 27, 2019 /

Email is one of the best things the internet has made possible. We use email to signup for websites, apply for jobs, make payments, and many more. But email users also run the risk of account hijacking, malware attacks, and other cyberthreats. To secure your emails, follow these crucial tips. Use separate email accounts Most…

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Put an end to annoying notifications on your Mac

By Chris Butler / June 24, 2019 /

Have you ever cursed your computer for inundating you with annoying notifications? Alerts about calendar events, new emails, and app updates are supposed to be helpful, but seeing too many may hurt your productivity. Thankfully, Mac users have a swift and simple tool to get everything under control. Managing alerts within Notification Center You can…

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Licensing issues with virtualization

By Chris Butler / June 21, 2019 /

Software developers make a profit by selling us the best product they can create. When selling pieces of their software in bulk, they offer licensing packages to businesses so you don’t have to buy 100 copies of the same CD. Now that an increasing amount of services and tools are moving into the cloud, it’s…

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Cooling tips for an overheating laptop

By Chris Butler / June 20, 2019 /

Aside from coffee spills, the greatest threat for your laptop is overheating. This can cause hardware failure and permanent damage to your device. To improve the performance and increase the lifespan of your device, follow these tips. Causes of overheating Laptops generate heat when in use. That’s why they have internal fans that blow out…

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