It is the time of year to make a New Years resolution for yourself, maybe you want to lose weight, get more organized, or save more money. Have you ever considered making a New Years resolution for your business? Just like declaring a resolution, writing it down, and keeping it somewhere you can see if everyday makes you more likely to achieve personal New Years resolutions it can make your business resolutions happen too!
The holiday season is among us but there is still time to find great gifts for the gadget lover in your life. At Networthy Systems we work with different technology every day and when we aren’t working with it we are thinking about when we will get our hands on it! For your holiday gift buying guide we have compiled a list of gadgets that we think anyone would love!
Each year in the technology world it is inevitable that we are going to get the latest and greatest gadgets and programs. With the new year right around the corner we are starting to get antsy about what new technology products we can get our hands on in 2015! What are you hoping it will be this year, a new iPhone, maybe a hover car? (Okay, probably not a hover car but there is supposedly a self-driving car on the way!) We did some digging for you to find out what we can expect out of technology in 2015. Take a look and tell us which one you will be waiting for!
Managed Services is an offering that allows us, as your IT company, to essentially be your outsourced IT department or even be of assistance to your current IT department. Many people don’t understand just what managed services can do for your business so we have compiled a list of signs that your company may be ready to get more information on the service.
At Networthy Systems we care about you! We want you to be able to use your technology as efficiently and safely as possible so we created this list of 7 Quick IT Tips! Take a look…
Would Your Data Survive a Disaster?
If the answer to this question is no, or I don’t know, or maybe you should read on.
You talk to us on the phone, you see us inside your office, and we take care of the IT for your business, but what do you really know about the people behind Networthy Systems? We decided to give you a few fun facts about us, can you guess who they belong to? (Answers are at the bottom)
1. Someone in our office has an ancestor that ran for president, twice!
2. We have an Eagle Scout in our office, who is it?
3. Who in our office has 6 children, and 9 grandchildren?
4. Someone has been a pilot for American Airlines for 20 years!
Everybody loves their freedom, but for some, freedom is an illusion. Take for example the busy business owner. Often times, their work schedules are so packed with tasks that they don't feel free to take a break and enjoy themselves. Technically, they have the freedom to quit, but we think there's a better way to find freedom in the workplace!
For the past decade, touch-screens have changed the way that we as a society touch technology, and have greatly increased the mobility of business in that short time. This trend started with the smartphone, then spread to the 10-inch tablet and larger tablets - perfect for watching YouTube videos, Netflix, or other media consumption.
There are times when a specific task is asked of a server requiring all of its data to be moved. When this happens, all the files and applications are transferred to another server unit in a fascinating procedure called server migration.
Lighting up the airwaves in the United States is the issue of net neutrality. It's a complex and technical topic regarding Internet regulations, but don't let the fine print keep you from caring. This is an important topic that could affect how the Internet is consumed around the globe!
It has been two weeks since the National Communications Association warned the world about the GameOver Zeus and Cryptolocker ransomware, and if you haven't taken steps to avoid these threats, it's not too late - if you haven't been infected yet, do so as soon as possible. Otherwise, your network will be vulnerable, and so will your banking credentials.
Does your company have dedicated antivirus software to protect it against the annoying threats on the Internet? Sometimes, a computer virus can weasel its way past your software, but there's no greater frustration than when you realize that the reason you contracted a virus is because an employee disabled your software. Don't let this happen to you!
We've come across a fun, furry idea to relieve workplace stress. Kitties and puppies! In a fun twist to the workday, many companies are allowing staff to bring their pets with them to the office, and the results are adorable!
If your Dad happens to be a business owner, then you know how hard it can be to give him a nice Father's Day present. Business owners tend to be good at buying themselves whatever they need or want. Every business owner can benefit from IT services. It's the gift that keeps on giving!
The Internet is a vast ocean filled with all sorts of different creatures. Many are harmless, like the bottlenose dolphin, but once in a while you will encounter an aggressive shark. But no matter how powerful or intelligent these creatures are, they still wind up flopping around on the deck of some fisherman's boat. Why? Because fishermen know what they're looking for and how to capture it. The same can be said about Internet phishers.
Technology might be growing more mobile, but the need for support remains the same. Yet, the need for technical support on-the-go grows ever more important. What will happen to your business if you aren't able to get IT support, and it's an emergency?
Microsoft has changed its tune recently. They have made a serious push to take advantage in the mobile computing explosion by creating software that is designed specifically for the mobile device user. When the software giant released Windows Phone 8 in the fourth quarter of 2012, many thought it was only a matter of time before the software would resonate with mobile users. Unfortunately for Microsoft, the smartphone market hasn't been as friendly as the home and business computing market, and Windows Phone 8 has been a thorough disappointment.
