A cloud is a cloud is a cloud, right? Absolutely and positively not. Especially not when what is being advertised as a “cloud” solution is really only partially rooted in cloud computing. When it comes to really digging into Microsoft Office 365 and a hosted desktop platform (otherwise referred to
Did you know that specialized computers can crack an 8-character password in 6 hours? If there’s one thing that hackers have an ample amount of, it’s patience. And yes, your organization is vulnerable; many small businesses serve as vectors into larger corporations, and cybercriminals tend to pursue the path
The IT industry is unpredictable (to the point where we’ve written an article entitled—and I quote—Why the IT industry sucks). With no equivalent to the bar exam for entrance, and given how easy it is for just anyone to create their own start-up tech company (experienced or not), it
According to the ESG Research Review Data Protection Survey from Enterprise Strategy Group, 53% of organizations can tolerate less than an hour of downtime before experiencing significant revenue loss or other adverse business impact. Of those that experience a significant business interruption, 30 percent never recover. This is especially alarming data
We’ve all seen the commercials. The Surface is “the tablet that can replace your laptop” (and apparently turn you into a really great dancer at the same time). When the Pro 3 was released, I decided to give it a try—with all of the traveling I do for client
Tired of having to carry your laptop power cord around with you everywhere you go? Ever have your battery fail just as you were about to finish an important document?
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