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Hackers use browsers to get credit card info

By Chris Butler / January 27, 2017 /

Does filling in web forms sap all your browsing energy? Do you find it especially taxing to shop or register online using a mobile device? Google’s Chrome alleviated this dilemma when it introduced the Autofill feature in 2011, which made filling in forms much faster and making credit card purchases online more convenient. Unfortunately, it…

Shift your thinking on technology spending

By Chris Butler / January 26, 2017 /

Shift your thinking on technology spending…. Once your business reaches a certain size, the impact of technology increases dramatically.  Downtime becomes very painful, support requests increase due to a larger workforce, and IT becomes material to the profitability of the business.  There is a point in all businesses where “how IT is handled” has to…

The business benefits of CRM software

By Chris Butler / January 26, 2017 /

Investing in customer relationship management (CRM) software is absolutely essential for small- and medium-sized businesses that want to up their sales performance. It helps sales departments understand their clients, tailor their marketing efforts, and more. If your business isn’t already using CRM, here are five reasons why you should definitely give it a chance. Grows…

Apple’s new year comes with new malware

By Chris Butler / January 25, 2017 /

We love Mac computers as much as anyone does, but even we have to admit the notion of superior cybersecurity can be a bit overblown. Malware still finds its way onto Apple devices, and the only remedy is preparedness. Take a minute to brush up on the first Apple malware of 2017 before it puts…

The latest Cloud Print service from Google

By Chris Butler / January 23, 2017 /

Not too long ago, the thought of being able to access printers from your computer, tablets or smartphones was almost unheard of. But today, it’s a completely different story — enter Google’s Cloud service. Now you can access both regular and Internet-enabled printers through the web. Read on for more information. First things first, the…

New virus threatens virtual machines

By Chris Butler / January 20, 2017 /

Before some of our clients have even had a chance to wrap their heads around what virtualization is and how it works, hackers have already started attacking the new and exciting technology. By updating a virus from several years ago for virtualized environments, hackers hope to totally wipe the data off your hard drives. If…

Let Office 365 help you save the date

By Chris Butler / January 19, 2017 /

When you’re planning a reunion, going back and forth with your friends is frustrating, to say the least. Imagine a similar scenario in your office. The benefits of sharing your calendar with colleagues include knowing when to hold meetings, set project deadlines as well as knowing the best time to talk with clients. Knowing this,…

Cyber Liability Insurance is Not Optional…

By Chris Butler / January 17, 2017 /

Would you consider NOT having a general business liability insurance policy?  What about insurance for your property and equipment?  Of course, you wouldn’t!  These types of insurance have been considered a cost of doing business since Lloyd’s of London was started in 1688.  Fast forward – past the Industrial Revolution – and into the Information…

Google Assistant lets you type on new version

By Chris Butler / January 16, 2017 /

Your own personal assistant is supposed to make life easier. Designed to let you dictate your searches instead of typing them, Google Assistant was made to accomplish just that. While talking to your phone is undoubtedly a convenient way to search for information, it’s not always practical. Fret not; Google’s tech team is working on…

Windows 10: user complaints addressed

By Chris Butler / January 13, 2017 /

Over the past year, Microsoft received major backlash for ‘forcing’ the Windows 10 update as well as future updates on PC users. Fortunately, the tech leader is taking steps to address customer complaints. This article takes a look at what changes we can expect from Microsoft this coming year. A patch and a glitch away…

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