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Major changes in iOS 11 and the iPad Pro

By Chris Butler / June 26, 2017 /

Apple will release iOS 11 in late 2017, and users should expect to see substantial tweaks in user interface and productivity features. The changes will be most evident in the iPad Pro, which the company is positioning to be a standalone computer for enterprise users. Originally designed for individual users, the iPad has gone through…

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Office 365: Increase ROI with Power BI

By Chris Butler / June 23, 2017 /

It’s rare that business owners have a chance to get move value out of their existing IT solutions without investing more resources in them. But with Microsoft’s latest data analytics platform, business owners can make sure they’re squeezing every last drop of productivity from Office 365, for free. What is Power BI? Released in the…

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Your business needs a UPS system

By Chris Butler / June 21, 2017 /

For some businesses, power loss could result in profit loss. Natural disasters such as storms and hurricanes, construction or utility accidents, and other unforeseeable technical failures can put your business’s operations to a grinding halt. Businesses that depend on a continuous power supply to function might endure a slight disruption, but some might not. With…

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New anti-phishing features for Gmail

By Chris Butler / June 19, 2017 /

Over the years phishing — a social engineering attack that uses seemingly innocuous emails to trick victims into giving away personal information or clicking a malicious link — has grown in sophistication and scale. In order to put a stop to these scams, Google has made some security enhancements for Gmail. Here how the new…

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Common misunderstandings about containers

By Chris Butler / June 16, 2017 /

Business owners stand to gain a lot by taking the time to understand emerging IT trends. In the case of containers, it’s an opportunity to reduce costs, increase hardware efficiency, and improve data security. One of the best ways to learn about containers is to address the misconceptions about them. Containers are made up of…

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Keyboard shortcuts in Windows 10

By Chris Butler / June 15, 2017 /

Since its release back in 2015, Windows 10 continues to see updates and new features. This time, users are greeted with some new keyboard shortcuts that will make life easier. So without further ado, here are our top picks that can be extremely helpful to your daily operations. Windows Snapping If you’ve never used Windows…

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6 tips to get the most out of Office 365

By Chris Butler / June 14, 2017 /

Microsoft’s Office 365 comes with a broad range of tools that will make you and your colleagues more productive. It has simultaneous co-authoring features, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Groups, just to name a few. However, there may be some features you might not be using. To get the most out of your Office 365 service, consider…

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PC fixes are a drain on your company’s budget

By Chris Butler / June 9, 2017 /

Security professionals should be beefing up your network security, implementing advanced firewall software, and identifying risks for possible breaches. In reality, they spend a huge chunk of their time troubleshooting issues on individual personal computers (PCs). That workflow is not ideal, but that’s what normally happens in many organizations. At what cost? Read on to…

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6 tips to secure Mac computers

By Chris Butler / June 8, 2017 /

As a business owner, you want nothing more than to see your business succeed. But when faced with stiff competition and sophisticated cybercriminals, it’s hard to shake off the feeling of uncertainty. The future might be unpredictable, but the security of your Mac devices doesn’t have to be. So lock things down with these helpful…

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Hurricane-proof your business

By Chris Butler / June 7, 2017 /

While it’s easy to turn a blind eye against hurricane warnings and think “I already have a business continuity plan in place”, it pays to be extremely cautious, especially when the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts up to four unusually active hurricanes this year. Needless to say, you simply can’t afford not to…

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