Archive for the ‘Industry News’ Category

What are Cloud Based Phone Systems?

Saturday, February 18th, 2012

If you make it a point to stay abreast of the technology world’s latest offerings, then you have probably been hearing a lot about cloud computing lately. The cloud concept is really a simple one, as you can liken “the cloud” to the Internet, itself. Basically, the cloud IS the Internet, and cloud computing is… Read more

5 Essential Maintenance Tasks for Windows 7

Friday, February 17th, 2012

While it’s true that Windows 7 is one of the most stable operating systems that Microsoft has ever produced, there are still a number of essential tasks that you need to perform in order to keep your PC running at its best. Some of these tasks should be performed daily while the others can be… Read more

Users to Follow to Help With Your Pinterest Addiction

Friday, February 17th, 2012

Pinterest has taken the internet by storm. But with the whole Pinterest universe at your fingertips, how can you sift through the boring sections and get to the good stuff? Here are the 21 most unique users to follow to help appease your addiction.
1. Luce de Luce
This user offers over 45 boards containing great art… Read more

Online Petition Seeks “Ethical” iPhone 5

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

Everyone knows that Apple is on top of the smartphone world, and people literally stand in line for days to get hold of their new products when they are released. However, the way that Apple meets the demand for its products has recently come into question. Each time an Apple product is released, there is… Read more

The future of I.T. in 2012 and beyond

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

The Information Technology (IT) industry  used to be known for being flooded with jobseekers and jobs never came easily if you were looking for something to do with computers. I speak from experience when saying that, because it took me about a year to land a job where companies were looking for experience over fresh… Read more

CES Is Legitimately Green: 2012 Brings Eco-Friendly Tech To The Fore

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

The annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is now one of the biggest events of the year even for those who aren’t particularly tech-savvy. For those who prefer to remain as “green” as possible, 2012 may be the best year for CES yet. This year’s buffet of offerings includes a number of innovative and… Read more

Windows 8 – What’s To Expect With The Latest Microsoft Update

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

The next big Microsoft update is coming with the highly anticipated release of Windows 8. The new operating system has been optimized for the ultimate desktop, laptop and mobile tablet experience. Windows 8 incorporates the popular Windows Phone 7 mobile operating system to bring the touch interface to front and center with big, touch friendly… Read more

Increasing The Longevity Of An SFP Module

Tuesday, February 14th, 2012

Image by Marufish
Cleanliness is next to godliness, and the same can be said for clean electronics. Well cared for devices typically last longer than those left collecting dust. All electronics need maintenance, especially devices used on a daily basis. When you invest thousands of dollars on a device, such as an SFP module, you’ll want… Read more

How Backing Up Data Online Makes a Difference

Tuesday, February 14th, 2012

As we have become much more reliant on computers, the amount of information that is stored digitally is becoming insurmountable. Even small businesses are finding that they have hundreds and thousands of gigabytes of digital data, ranging from artwork for marketing materials to sensitive financial information.
As a result, ensuring your data is regularly backed up… Read more

Digital Signage Solutions To Help Traffic Flow

Tuesday, February 14th, 2012

Traffic is a big problem in cities around the world, and the number of cars on the road isn’t expected to decrease anytime soon. According to a study from IBM, 4 out of 5 motorists complained of having been stuck in a traffic jam at least once in the last 3 years, and nearly a… Read more

Preventing Shopping Cart Abandonment

Monday, February 13th, 2012

Online merchants face the same difficulties as brick and mortar merchants when it comes to getting a consumer to commit to a product.  But they also experience difficulties unique to the online channel; 88% of internet purchasers state they have at one point or another abandoned an online shopping cart in mid-transaction.  Not only is… Read more

Five Tenets for Selecting the Best Internet Providers

Sunday, February 12th, 2012

If you truly want to find the best internet provider, then it will take you a bit of time and research to discover the right choice for you. We’ve streamlined the process by compiling the top 5 principles to consider in order to find the right subscription for you.
 
1 – Availability
The first step is to… Read more