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7 of the best apps for Android devices

There are countless apps on the Google Play Store, and this makes choosing the best ones for your tablet hard, to say the least. Some actually make your device more functional, while others simply don’t deliver. We’ve handpicked seven of the apps that will really help you get the most out of your Android device.

4 types of hackers that may target SMBs

Why do hackers attack? Is it for money, notoriety, or political reasons? As a business owner, you should always try and find out the motive behind an attack to help you determine whether or not you’re a target and what data you need to protect. Let’s take a closer look at four different types of hackers and their motives.

Mac OS tips and tricks you should know

We’re all busy. That’s why knowing and actually using your Mac’s keyboard shortcuts is important, as they will help save hours of your time in the long run. For those who are not well versed in shortcuts and other handy tricks on Mac OS, here are five useful tips.

Best for SMBs: Laptop or desktop?

When it comes to business computers, you can't mess around. The wrong choice of hardware can pile up costs for any small- and medium-sized business (SMB). You don't need unnecessary repairs, incompatible systems, and data breaches slowing operations down or draining resources.

Don’t let negative reviews ruin your brand

A dissatisfied customer sounding off on a consumer complaint site about how unhappy they are can have serious ramifications to your company’s online reputation. It's possible for these negative reviews to end up on the first page of your search results.

Web conversion done right in 5 steps

Every marketing channel has best practices. For websites, it comes down to being user-friendly. Without this, even a terrific-looking website may discourage visitors from signing up for a free e-book or consultation. Be sure your website follows these 5 rules that make it easier to attract visitors and convert them.

Disaster recovery myths you can dismiss

With advancements in cloud computing, disaster recovery (DR) has become more efficient and affordable than ever. But many business owners still cling to DR myths that can safely be ignored. If you’re uncertain as to how DR has changed and are ready for an update, here are some myths that you ought to ignore.

5 tricks you can do with Android and Chrome

Users of both Android phones and Google Chrome have reason to rejoice. Actually, make that five reasons — Android and Chrome synced together let you do a quintet of useful things. See for yourself.
Send directions from Google Maps to your Android phone
While Google Maps works great on smartphones, it’s often easier to use on larger screens.

Hyperconvergence: IT for SMBs

Diverting funds away from primary business functions to deploy and maintain IT infrastructure used to be hard for SMBs. However, with hyperconvergence making IT more affordable, it's now unavoidable. Here's what you need to know.
What is a hyperconverged infrastructure?
In a traditional IT environment, hardware for networks, servers, and storage had to be purchased separately and set up to work together as one cohesive system.

Unified communications explained

Unified communications (UC) solutions have many advantages over traditional phone systems. It’s the way to go if you want to save money, increase employee productivity, and boost profits.

Companies in the United States and the United Kingdom have lost a total of $37 billion because of poor communication, according to The Holmes Report, the voice of the global public relations industry.