Posts by CrystalKing
Firewall or Anti-Virus? Does my business need both?
Most people with any computer experience understand the reasoning for an antivirus, but they might not be familiar with the term firewall, don’t worry, it’s not uncommon. That is why many businesses are shocked to find that their current network security solution isn’t keeping them as safe as it should. Here is a quick…
Read MoreKey Attributes of a Quality MSP
Taking your first steps toward managed IT can seem daunting. How do you know what to look for when you don’t have anything to compare it to? What services are worth the price and which ones aren’t essential for your company. While every business is unique, there are a few key indicators of what makes…
Read MoreStrategic Planning: How to factor IT into your annual budget
When working on yearly budgets, one of the biggest mistakes businesses make is leaving IT out of the planning process. Budgeting is about planning for as many expenses as possible so you’re not surprised with an unexpected bill. In an effort to help, we’ve compiled a few helpful tips from our techs to consider when…
Read MoreSocial Engineering: One of the biggest threats to your company’s security
Social engineering is the art of “human hacking,” which means manipulating people to give up confidential information. Let’s face it… humans are gullible. We like to be liked, to help, and we do not like to be yelled at. But one of our most dangerous attributes when it comes to becoming a victim… is that…
Read MoreBusiness is going mobile: What does that mean for your company?
A 2016 report from the National Bureau of Economic Research found that workers would take an 8% pay cut to work from home rather than in an office. In fact, some studies show that people who work from home are more productive and happier than their office counterparts. Desk workers aren’t the only folks turning…
Read MoreWhen upgrading your equipment can actually hurt your business
When looking at upgrading your IT equipment, it’s tempting to shop around and make your decision purely based on price But making a decision based on only that dimension ignores all the reasons behind making the upgrade in the first place. A flip phone is significantly cheaper than an iPhone but if you ever…
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