We are human. We take things for granted each and every day. From the water that pours out of our faucets each morning to the spark of the ignition that allows us to drive to work on time. We don’t give it a second thought as we arrive at our desk, power up the computer and click the Continue Reading
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Tips for Talking to Tech Support
Maybe your internet is on the fritz. Perhaps your laptop is acting like it has a mind of its own. Possibly your desktop is making a weird noise. Whatever the case may be, you know its time to call tech support. In an era where reliance on technology is greater than ever, so is our Continue Reading
Tips for Wireless Network Security
The Importance of Wireless Network Security In most of the meetings I attend, I have my laptop going so I can take notes, do research, or access information pertinent to the subject. For many of these tasks, a network connection is required. Wireless networks provide the freedom of connecting – for work or play – Continue Reading
What’s in a domain name?
Your virtual address If you own or operate a business, chances are pretty good you have a website. Websites are your advertising, your marketing, and provide important information to your customers. People expect to be able to find your business address, contact information, hours of operation and other things from your website. If you don’t Continue Reading
Surge Protectors: Are your computer systems fully protected?
It’s summer here along the coast of Maine. As a Mainer, I love the longer stretches of daylight that summer brings, taking the family to the beach and getting “upta camp” on the weekends. In the midst of all the summer relaxation though, the higher temps & humidity increase the chances for severe weather. Even as Continue Reading
Family Fun Apps for Summer
Fun Apps for Outdoor Family Fun It seems like summer is fading away already, with the kids having been out of school for weeks now. Swimming, biking and the beach have been done, and finding new ways to keep kids – and adults – outside and active can be a challenge. Don’t worry, technology to Continue Reading
How hacker proof is your business?
The Hacker is Increasing His Presence In recent weeks, there has been a noticeable spike in social engineering attacks – with one specific type known as “spear phishing” leading the pack. No, I’m not referring to some form of underwater fishing. It’s a targeted, personal attempt to gain access to your funds through fraudulent and Continue Reading
The 3D Printing Revolution
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
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