Computer virus symptoms are a not cast in stone, but rather a moving target. Just like with the human viral conditions, they evolve through generations – which in computer technology terms may mean weeks or even days. Some symptoms may not necessarily mean an infection – for example, if you are sneezing, you do not …
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Coaching Replaces Managing Harnish’s “constant theme” in the past has been that no one wants to be managed anymore — data has replaced management. But, we all need coaching, which is why Harnish believes in SUCCESS Magazine owner and friend Stuart Johnson’s upcoming program he’s created with some of the top players and influencers surrounding …
How Radically Changing Corporate Culture Can Optimize Security, Communications, and Productivity
Windows 7 has officially reached the End Of Life (EOL) on 14 January 2020, including Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 R2. Microsoft is offering extended support with Windows 7 Extended Security Updates (ESU) at an annual subscription for Windows 7 users. What does End of Life mean? Every operating system and every software …
Your phone dings or your email client puts up an alert – a message from the CEO. This must be important. You open it, scan it quickly, and there is a note asking to transfer a sum of money. The next decision you make could potentially be costly. What is a CEO fraud email? A …
Increasing risk of CEO Fraud Emails – What to Know and How to Protect Yourself
Servers crashing and business networking glitches are never a pretty sight, no matter what industry you might work in and what business you are trying to make a profit out of. Unfortunately, besides the small computer/networking glitches, there are other threats that are part of our daily life. According to most recent studies and data …
Here is a nifty video from the Bright Side that could be very helpful for those who do not “do” computers all day long for a living. And, frankly, even some of us keyboard warriors can pick up a few tips here. Please, watch the full video for additional details, such as differences for a …
With the proliferation of cybercrime, the line between a cybersecurity and IT professional is rather symbolic: every IT professional has cybersecurity as a priority now, maintaining focus on protecting and defending data, data, applications, devices, network infrastructure and individuals. The cybersecurity workforce shortage is even worse than what the jobs numbers suggest, and the number of unfilled cybersecurity …
Cybercrime is escalating the cybersecurity workforce shortage
Reports across the internet are confirming that every CPU since 1995, whether it’s Intel, AMD, ARM, or other, has a major security flaw. Unfortunately, it seems that emails like these are now the new normal. According to Google’s Project Zero, and admissions by the CPU’s own manufactures, there is an issue with how the processors …
OK, we all know what CTRL+C and CTRL+V do. Throw in X and Z into the mix, and one may get comfortable using the keyboard. But did you know there are so many more shortcuts that can help you with your workload? It’s like money savings – throw some coins in the jar, and by …
Go beyond CTRL+C: here are 33 lesser-known shortcuts to help your workday
Cybercrooks use clever schemes to defraud people every day. They often combine sophisticated technology with age-old tricks to get people to share personal information, send money or compromise access to their computer network. They use social engineering methods to convince people into doing things they would normally be smart about not doing. One of the …
How to handle phishing attempts involving email scam [Screenshot]
It was recently reported that 6 million Verizon customers were exposed to a data leak on Amazon Web Services (AWS). It was determined that Amazon was not at fault. Instead, users and contractors failed to properly configure and secure their Cloud accounts with AWS. This event highlights lessons learned for Small/Medium Businesses (SMBs) – especially, …
Preventative Measures Could Have Avoided a Major Verizon/AWS Breach
Hardware-as-a-Service (HaaS) is a procurement model that is similar to leasing or licensing. It refers to managed services where computer network equipment is leased through a provider. In other words, users lease provider’s tech assets rather than purchase them. In the HaaS model, hardware belongs to a vendor or Managed Service Provider (MSP). It is …
Hardware-as-a-Service (HaaS) model makes leasing computer equipment easier than purchasing
Over the last couple of months, Verizon.net has been notifying their customers that they are shutting down their email service, impacting millions of customers. Notices issued in recent days indicate a shutdown date of June 24, 2017. Verizon is encouraging Verizon.net users to migrate seamlessly to AOL email, which we recommend, even if you want …
Verizon.net Shutting Down Email – Avoid Direct Migration to Gmail
Why does tech support ask you to reboot (or restart) your machine when troubleshooting almost every time you call to troubleshoot the problem with your computer, printer, or any other smart device? “Restart your computer” seems to be a go-to solution for your computer technicians, sort of like “Put Windex on in” for Gus from …
Why does tech support ask you to restart your computer when troubleshooting?
Your laptop battery is one of its most important parts and deserves more attention. When speaking of laptops we usually think of stuff like a monitor, or memory size, or CPU power. Many laptop owners neglect proper battery care and therefore end up replacing the device battery sooner than they’d like. We’ve provided some laptop …
If your business is not in a position to have full-time IT employees, a Managed Service provider with technical support service with remote access should be your choice for dealing with computer network issues. Remote Access is the power to gain entry to a computer network or individual device from an external computer. In companies, …
Remote Technical Support Services: Top 7 Benefits for Small Business
F2 Rename the selected item F3 Search for a file or folder in File Explorer F4 Display the address bar list in File Explorer F5 Refresh the active window F6 Cycle through screen elements in a window or on the desktop F10 Activate the Menu bar in the active app Alt+F4 Close the active item, …
Imagine you walk back to your car and see glass all over the pavement. You quickly open the trunk to discover your laptop bag with a laptop inside has been stolen. Then reality hits, the laptop that you had contained the records of an undetermined amount of patients from your healthcare organization. You think to …
If you bought a Surface Pro, Surface Pro 2, or Surface Pro 3 in the U.S. or Canada before March 15, 2015, pay attention: as overheating concerns came to light for a product component, an AC power cord for a Surface Pro, Microsoft has announced a voluntary recall and is offering a free replacement of …
Product Recall: replacement for AC power cord overheating (Surface Pro)
Product Recall: As overheating concerns rise for AC power cord for a Surface Pro, Microsoft offers free cord replacement If you bought a Surface Pro, Surface Pro 2, or Surface Pro 3 in the U.S. or Canada before March 15, 2015, pay attention: as overheating concerns came to light for a product component, an …
Are you constantly frustrated with your IT? Are you experiencing continuous issues with your computer network? Do your computers keep freezing, or are your systems constantly out? Ask yourself: is my current IT doing it’s job? Is my business happy with our current “computer guys”? Is my organization having issues with computer network? Is my …
If your computers keep freezing, maybe it is time for a new tech support company?
Keyboard shortcuts are combinations of two or more keys that perform a task that would typically require a mouse or other pointing device. Keyboard shortcuts can save you time and effort as you use Windows and other apps. Windows 10s new focus on the desktop delivered new keyboard shortcuts. Here are several new (and a few …
Small businesses focus on their own practices and their industry and often don’t have the means, the resources, nor the will to keep up with latest computer developments, malicious security threats, or even practical computer tips. In turn, it leads to overlooking effective technology practices. These IT failures can be prevented or corrected: here are …
Stop making bad IT choices and get most out of tech support for your business. Here is how:
First, we would like to first make sure you do all you can to be safe. When preparing your business for the potential natural disaster, such as a hurricane Arthur nearing Carolina – and we already feeling the edge of its storms here in New Jersey, it is important to take care when it comes …
Hurricane Arthur getting close: is your business prepared for a disaster?
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Cyber-crime is not a novelty. As a food for thought, I will start with this quote, from “Computers at Risk”, a book by National Research Council published back in 1991. “The modern thief can steal more with a computer than with a gun. Tomorrow’s terrorist may be able to do more damage with a keyboard …
Computer security threats – half of companies are unaware of cyber risks. Are you?
First, let me start with a disclaimer: do not try this at home! What I mean by it – please, run your PC purchase consideration by your IT support company BEFORE you actually head to the store. Sometimes we all make an impulse buy – something looked great and promised to be a cheap buy …
What to Consider When Purchasing Computers for Your Business
Outsourcing – contracting out of a business process – is a great way to get professional tech support services at a fraction of the cost of full-time professionals specializing in information technology (IT) support. Some larger companies have a full-time onboard IT department but still, use outsourcing to handle specific projects from time to time. …
Most Common Mistakes Small Business Owners Make when seeking Computer Support
The event is on at full speed in San Francisco today. Apple expects to sell 5.5 million units of new iPhone 5 in the first three days. iPhone 5 is Announced as the “Biggest thing to happen to iPhone since iPhone”. It is finally here – Apple’s next-generation new iPhone – the much anticipated Phone …
You may have noticed a news resurfacing on every media station lately: almost 70,000 of US internet users were expected to lose their internet connection on Monday July 9th, 2012. News Flashback: in November 2011 we were all warned by FBI about DNSChanger, a malicious software designed to have your browsing experience go haywire. What …
As computer network service and support specialists, we provide help and advice to people and organizations using computer software or equipment. Technical support specialists typically support information technology (IT) employees within an organization and monitor their IT environment, providing Managed IT Services. We help your staff analyze, troubleshoot, and evaluate computer network problems. Our help-desk …
A Network Administrator is an IT person that is responsible for the maintenance of computer hardware and software systems that make up a computer network. That includes the maintenance and monitoring of active data network infrastructure and related network equipment such as PCs, servers, user devices, etc. Network Administrators duties are generally focused on network …
Imagine a computer that lets you swap out parts without any tools. Easily add a hard drive, upgrade memory, or access the graphics card just by snapping it open. HP revealed Z1 workstation – and what a sleek little thing it is!!! The only all-in-one workstation with quad-core Intel® Xeon® processors, 27” LED-backlit display that …
No Tools Required: HP Z1 Workstation is all Power without the Tower
Virtually all organizations rely on IT to conduct business and run efficiently. Many organizations often turn to IT professionals for computer network support when faced with limitations of the internal resources to effectively design, implement, or manage the products and systems that they need. (Looking for IT professionals in New Jersey?) Business Computer Systems Design …
Although the names sound similar, each storage technology is different. NAS stands for network attached storage, while SAN stands for storage area network. NAS Unit A NAS is a unit that typically has multiple hard drives. The drives are then arranged in a RAID configuration to prevent against data loss due to hardware failure. Then, …
It was a bit of a gloomy morning today, but my commute was cheered up by a funny comedy skit by Don Friesen. This particular skit – “Inexplicable” (a.k.a. “Tech Support” on LaughUSA) is about Don’s struggle with IT support. I thought I’d share it just for fun – and remember, if you are in …
It seems that a lot of small business companies have a preconceived vision of the world of IT for small business. It seems that a proverbial “IT Guy” with “Break/Fix” hourly support is still much of a stereotype, and I would like to discuss with you why it is important to step out of that …
Many companies have legacy systems running within their organization. These systems may be an old Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) package that may even still run on a mainframe. The software package in use today may have suited your organizations needs when it was first developed, but today your organization may …
If you are like most small businesses, you probably acquire computers, phones, and software in a random, crisis-of-the-moment fashion. You invest in what you think you need when your business operations demand it. But at some point, this bandage method of acquiring technology is going to cost you more in downtime, system errors, breakdowns, and …
10 Clear Signs Your Small Organization is Ready For a Server
You may not have a missing tooth and a dagger, but I am willing to bet you are a pirate. “Who, me?” – you say. Yes. You. A pirate. As previously covered in another article Open Source to Beat Global Software Piracy definition of piracy is still vague if you take a variety of laws, …
A keyboard shortcut is a straightforward, time-saving method that makes monotonous tasks faster and more efficient. Despite their ease of use, many people still don’t utilize these simple productivity boosters. Plenty of programs, such as word processors, spreadsheets, email clients and most web browsers, have built-in keyboard shortcuts. These shortcuts can shorten and simplify many tasks you …
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