Make a new year’s resolution to good computer health! With technology constantly evolving and online connectivity extending our reach, ensuring your business operation operates at a high level and maintains a fast, reliable connection is vital. In the context of today’s fast-paced marketplace, taking a closer look at something as simple as the overall health of your computer and basic, everyday practices can make a noticeable difference. As the calendar turns over, another opportunity to provide regular maintenance on your computer arrives with it.  A great, regular practice to adopt.  Here are a few tips to help you extend the life [...]

If you are still running a PC or tablet on Windows 7, it is time to upgrade. The popular Microsoft® operating system will reach its “End of Life” in January 2020, and for the sake of network and hardware security, you will want to be aware of a few important details. What Does “End Of Life” Mean? Microsoft has listed January 2020 as the end point of support for Windows 7. PCs and tablets with the operating system will still run, but ongoing maintenance and necessary updates will no longer be supported. This includes software, virus protection and other vital components. [...]

One significant benefit the digital world has given us is a clutter-free storage system. There is no need to keep large paper files of past documents because our computers and servers can take care of that for us. However, the more documents held in your device’s storage, the more likely you will notice decrease in the speed of your system—and what no one wants, decreased reliability—of your device. Here are a few ways you can help with your business’s digital spring-cleaning. Clear your folders of any unused/unnecessary files – this will open up the storage on your device and allow it [...]

Regardless the scope or size of your business, it is likely you will find customers or build clientele outside your community.  With technology constantly evolving and online connectivity extending our reach, new needs sprout up almost instantly.  In today’s fast-paced marketplace—whether on-the-go, from the home, within a cubicle, or among a large enterprise—staying connected is the name of the game. Enter Clout IT—the convenient solution for the modern business. Cloud IT is a service designed to maximize efficiency, communication and connectivity within the workplace.  In lieu of storing information on your computer or office server, credentialed business personnel may access all [...]