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June 5, 2015 by Vertical Axion
One of the most often overlooked security holes in many companies is through third party providers. Companies may have a comprehensive security policy in place for their internal networks, with provisions for mobile devices and a great data loss prevention …
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June 4, 2015 by Vertical Axion
One system a business should never take for granted is its telephone. Once upon a time, there were no choices about telephones – you got what the local provider gave you, and that was that. Times have changed, and there …
June 3, 2015 by Vertical Axion
Monday morning Microsoft announced that its next flagship operating system will be available to consumers July 29 as a free upgrade. Most users who have Windows 7 and 8.1 can now reserve their copy. The new OS features a host …
June 2, 2015 by Vertical Axion
Do you know what the first thing you would do if your business got hacked? Have you planned for this eventuality or even thought about it? While it’s not a very pleasant thing to contemplate, with the abundance of computer …
June 1, 2015 by Vertical Axion
Microsoft is ending support for Windows Server 2003 on July 14, 2015. Losing maintenance for Windows Server 2003 is a concern as Microsoft will not be providing critical maintenance patches to fix vulnerabilities being exploited by the hacking world. Microsoft …
May 30, 2015 by Vertical Axion
Most small to medium-sized business owners understand the power of technology to transform their business. Making the right investments in technology at the right time can radically change the face, nature and character of your business. It can make you …
May 29, 2015 by Vertical Axion
In many ways, passwords should be viewed as your first line of defense where protecting your company’s data is concerned. Sure, you’ve got antivirus software and a firewall in place, and those things are necessary too, but let’s face facts …
May 28, 2015 by Vertical Axion
Video conferencing, or net conferencing as it is sometimes called, is an outgrowth of a number of different technologies, made possible by the availability of high-bandwidth, low-latency connections. Essentially, this is the same technology that makes streaming movies or playing …
May 27, 2015 by Vertical Axion
Most of us are either optimists or we can’t seem to think beyond today. Being optimistic is actually a great trait to have, except when you run a business. Not thinking beyond today may be the coping mechanism that works …
May 26, 2015 by Vertical Axion
Investment in new technology is always an iffy proposition for many small businesses. The first and perhaps biggest reason is the cost. Many small businesses do not have the capital investment necessary to make a long term commitment. A second …
May 25, 2015 by Vertical Axion
Keeping our data safe and secure is a very serious matter, but there are a few things that can be done to keep precious information safe from external invasions as well as an unforeseen, internal malfunction. 1. Use some sort …
May 23, 2015 by Vertical Axion
It’s not as though it’s a secret. More and more, companies are embracing the advantages of the cloud, both for data storage and for certain processing functions. There’s a good reason for that. Companies that do so are milking ever …
May 22, 2015 by Vertical Axion
The biggest drawback to a non-cloud, in-house backup system is the cost. Sure, it’s a time-tested, relatively reliable solution, but it’s also quite expensive, both in terms of the initial capital outlay and the overhead needed to maintain and later …
May 21, 2015 by Vertical Axion
For decades, Windows users have endured Microsoft’s attempts at developing an operating system they could depend on for more than a few sales cycles. From Windows XP, the parade has gone through Vista, Windows 7, the not-so-popular Windows 8, and …
May 20, 2015 by Vertical Axion
If you have yet to notice, the world of electronic payments continues to expand and has caught on with major players such as Apple Computer and eBay. eBay has decided to split from its long time corporate partner PayPal, while …
May 19, 2015 by Vertical Axion
The heartbeat of every business is its customers. Can a small to medium-sized business get value out of a customer relationship management (CRM) software package? CRM Customer Relationship Management, in its most basic form, is software employed by a business …
May 18, 2015 by Vertical Axion
Email has become essential to the business world. Just as the two-way radio became essential for police forces after an initial skeptical period, email has become a cornerstone of business communication. Whether you provide your email in-house or contract it …
May 16, 2015 by Vertical Axion
Many companies spend a lot of time and resources on deciding exactly HOW to build and configure their computer networks. There are many choices and considerations, but one of the most important aspects of the decision making process is how …
May 15, 2015 by Vertical Axion
Apple has added some intriguing features to their latest mobile product lineup, one of which is the fingerprint scanner. Its stated purpose is to heighten the security on the mobile phone. As the smartphone in general becomes increasingly integrated into …
May 14, 2015 by Vertical Axion
You may believe, in the current environment of cloud migration, that the onsite data center has passed into oblivion, or, at least, been severely diminished. Part and parcel of this change would mean managing power and cooling would also be …
May 13, 2015 by Vertical Axion
It’s convenient, it saves you and your company a few dollars over your personal or business mobile hot spots and it just pops up when you flip open your laptop or look at your tablet or smartphone. You may not …
May 12, 2015 by Vertical Axion
Speed is life in the business world. That’s true of most every aspect of your business, but it’s especially true of technology, and the speed with which you adopt technological innovations critical to your business’ success. One of the challenges, …
May 11, 2015 by Vertical Axion
One of the major decisions any company must make is whether to lease their technical equipment or to buy it outright. As with most decisions in the business world, there are pros in cons to both sides of the equation.…
May 9, 2015 by Vertical Axion
In 2014 we saw numerous security breaches around the world. We saw the security compromised in such big names as Sony, Target, Goodwill Industries, Home Depot, JP Morgan and Michaels. For 2015, most security analysts are predicting an even greater …
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