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Lessons from a disaster recovery plan audit

You may think you know all about disaster recovery plans (DRP) from attending conferences or reading up on the subject. But one of the best ways to learn is by example, and the following real-life case offers valuable lessons. Learn about the DPR audit of a state government office and the knowledge gained from it.

How to transfer files from Android via USB cable

Maybe you ran out of phone memory so you need to transfer files from your mobile to your hard drive, or maybe you need a bigger screen to work on something and your computer provides that, or maybe you just really like reading how-to articles. Whatever brought you to this page, here’s how to transfer files from your Android to your computer.

Will virtual containers change IT?

Virtual containers are changing the way business IT design and support are carried out, just like virtualization technology did a few years ago. If your small business could benefit from reduced computer hardware costs and increased workplace efficiency, it’s time to learn more about containers.

Premise-based or cloud-hosted VoIP?

You want to take advantage of VoIP phone systems. But before you abandon your traditional phone system, you need to know which deployment method is best for your business. Should it be cloud-hosted or on-premises?

Installation and maintenance
On-premises VoIP phone systems are installed in your office and typically managed and maintained by your own personnel.

Groups, Yammer, and Teams: What are they?

Yammer, Outlook Groups, and Microsoft Teams have plenty in common. They’re all Office 365 tools designed for sharing files and communicating with colleagues. So what differentiates each from the other and when should you use them? Let’s take a quick look.

Recover your privacy in Windows 10

Windows 10 is slowly becoming the operating system of choice because of its improvements over past versions. But it isn't perfect, as many users have complained about its intrusive default privacy settings. Reclaim your privacy with these tips on disabling its nosy settings.

Fileless malware: Are you at risk?

Fileless malware isn’t new and are an increasingly prevalent threat against organizations. This type of malware is not as visible as traditional malware and employs a variety of techniques to stay persistent. Consequently, it can adversely affect your business process and the infrastructures that run them.

Monitor your business with Google Alerts

Business technology evolves rapidly that more and more customers are turning to those that can deliver products and services fast. Business owners have Google to thank for creating an avenue to monitor web content so you don’t miss out. Smart businessmen leverage this tool to also monitor their businesses and their competitors.

Lock down iOS 12 devices with these features

iOS 12 brings a significant performance boost to both the previous and the latest iterations of Apple mobile devices, but that’s not all it has to offer. It also has an array of new and improved security and privacy features that you can tweak to better protect your iPhone or iPad and the data it contains.

Expect CPU shortages until late 2019

Top PC makers are becoming more concerned as Intel CPU shortages continue to persist. According to several reports, Intel has struggled to keep up with the rising demand for high-performance computer chips, which will affect millions of businesses. Here’s a quick rundown on the Intel PC shortage.