Technology Advice for Small Businesses

Google Glass coming soon!

Google is a company known for developing some pretty interesting products, none more so than Google Glass. This wearable computer, first introduced in 2012 and currently being tested by so-named Explorers, has garnered some intense interest from many quarters. While it is still in the testing phase there have been some new updates that point… Continue reading Google Glass coming soon!

What is spear phishing?

One of the most common threats to business and individual systems is phishing. This form of hacking is well known and many users have educated themselves on the more traditional methods used by hackers. This has forced hackers to come up with different phishing techniques, and one of the methods that is causing problems is… Continue reading What is spear phishing?

Your laptop’s important parts unveiled

No matter where you look, business are going mobile at an increasing rate and a lot of them are going for the laptops. Considering how handy yet powerful these machines are, who can blame them right? This is exactly the reason why you need to equip yourself with basic knowledge about the device. Knowing its… Continue reading Your laptop’s important parts unveiled

DRP: Save your business from disaster

Disaster recovery features have become a vital aspect for small to medium businesses. With systems and networks becoming more complex, there are many things that can go wrong. It’s for this reason that a business needs to have a DRP, or Disaster Recovery Plan. These plans are a good way of protecting your business from… Continue reading DRP: Save your business from disaster

Battery saving tips for MacBooks

When you’re on a business trip, an Apple laptop is the best companion to have. The reason is not just because of its stellar performance, but because it lasts longer on battery than many other laptops on the market. However, the latest release of OS X Mavericks, with hardware and software upgrades, offers a more… Continue reading Battery saving tips for MacBooks

Cloud’s role in optimizing business

As a small business owner or manager, having a secure and reliable file management system is downright essential. Many companies are now shifting to using cloud services as a medium to help manage their files and system. With a cloud service, businesses get to enjoy a ton of advantages that cannot be offered by the… Continue reading Cloud’s role in optimizing business

Google+ feature: Ripples – what is it?

In 2011, Google launched their take on a social media platform – Google+. Since the launch, Google has continually integrated the platform into their other apps in an effort to make it one of the most viable networks for all users. In an effort to attract more businesses, Google has also implemented a number of… Continue reading Google+ feature: Ripples – what is it?

Be secured with defense in depth

As information technology systems get more complex, computer malware also gets stronger and more aggressive. An effective security strategy to protect your computer system from a variety of malware is to employ the concept known as defense in depth. In its simplicity, it involves implementing multiple secured layers wrapped around your computer system. Just like… Continue reading Be secured with defense in depth

Define: Hosted Exchange

There are a number of important pieces of technology that businesses rely on in order to be able to operate. One of the most crucial being the server, which hosts the majority of most business programs. Many businesses rely on at least one server to host their email platform, which is most likely Microsoft Exchange.… Continue reading Define: Hosted Exchange

Cool features of the Windows Phone 8

Microsoft’s series of proprietary mobile operating systems picked up momentum in the market, after the release of Windows Phone 8 in 2012. As a Windows OS, it features the same design language as its predecessor – Windows Phone 7. Now, just over a year on, the platform is starting to get into its stride, especially… Continue reading Cool features of the Windows Phone 8