Sci-Fi Becomes Reality In a world where instant gratification is commonplace, we continually develop new ways to achieve it. We design and build technology to support our needs, and always look for a better and faster way to accomplish a task. Instant messaging, instant streaming video, instant photos, the list goes on and on. Continue Reading
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Datacenter 101
What is a Datacenter? You may have heard the term datacenter before and wondered what it means. Is it some repository of information? Is it the center of all data? Or a futuristic term for a super computer? The term datacenter is defined as a location that houses computer servers and provides the reliable power, Continue Reading
Malware Protection
If you read our IT blogs or newspaper columns, you’ve undoubtedly heard us talk about malware and the devastating effect it can have on your data. Malware is any software that was designed for the sole purpose of disabling your computer and/or computer network. It can be in the form of viruses, web injections, drive-by downloads and Continue Reading
Best Smartphone Photo Storage Apps
That Camera You Can Make Calls On If you’re like me, your smartphone is used for far more than simply making calls. Social media, email, calendars, Google – there are endless uses for your device. While many of these tasks don’t require much in the way of storage, taking photos will quickly chew up your Continue Reading
Virtual Reality is Now a Reality
Virtual Reality More of a Reality For as long as virtual reality has been around, it’s had technological limitations. Sci-fi movies and television portray it to be life-like, allowing the user to immerse themselves in futuristic scenes or operate seemingly tangible objects with ease. However, when you get back to “reality”, you might be Continue Reading
Computer Network: 10 Things You Should Know About Yours
A computer network is made up of many different components. Servers, network switches, workstations, laptops, mobile devices, battery backups, the list goes on and on. When you add in cloud solutions such as online backups, file storage and domain names, it can be overwhelming for business owners to keep track of everything. That’s why I’ve Continue Reading
Innovations in Physical Security Technology
What is Physical Security? I hate keys. This is largely due to the fact that I lose things far too often. Keys are small, get lodged in the far recesses of my pockets, and are usually on my bedroom dresser instead of in my hand when I get to the office. Yet it’s important to Continue Reading
Web Browsers 101
The Evolution of Web Browsers When I first started using the internet, there were very few choices for web browsers. Netscape Navigator was popular in the mid 90’s, as was Internet Explorer. Webpages were very simple, and the browsers job not too complex. Online shopping was in its infancy, and at a very basic level. Continue Reading
Top 5 Features for Smartphone Security
Minor and Major Smartphone Security Concerns For many, a smartphone is a precious object. You care for it, protect it, worry when you don’t know where it is, and perhaps spend a small fortune on cases and screen protectors. Having it near you is essential, and can lead to a compulsive habit of checking Continue Reading