John Merrey

What are the types of cloud services?

By John Merrey

How you access your files and programs is impacted greatly by the cloud services you are using. The cloud can be used to host files, programs, and even your entire desktop. Some of those services are completely cloud-based, while others synchronize with your computer.

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Cybersecurity best practices for small and medium businesses

By John Merrey

For most businesses, it should be a priority to have a cybersecurity policy as well as measures in place to make sure your organization is following the policy. Implement your measures appropriately and properly and make sure they’re being used by everybody on the team.

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What are the pros and cons of virtualization?

By John Merrey

Virtualization is a part of cloud computing. It’s a technology that lets you create useful IT services using resources that are traditionally bound to hardware. It’s part of cloud computing. Virtualization works by using software that runs on a computer host so that multiple users can use the host resources. 

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Improving employee engagement with Teams

By John Merrey

How can you improve employee engagement with Office 365? Getting your entire organization to switch over and get the most out of Office 365 can be challenging. Employees often resist change and have misconceptions about Microsoft or Office 365. It requires purposeful implementation and training. 

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What are the advantages of working with a local IT provider?

By John Merrey

There are always going to be times when you need onsite support. Remote IT providers must rely on local subcontractors that you don’t know. With a local IT provider, you get an immediate response for onsite needs such as implementations, hardware replacements, and emergencies. This means a quick resolution for critical issues without relying on remote assistance.

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How can you prevent data breaches?

By John Merrey

The digital age has resulted in unparalleled connectivity and convenience but has also given rise to an ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats. The battle to secure sensitive data is unending, and organizations must be armed with more than just firewalls and antivirus software.

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What are the disadvantages of remote workers?

By John Merrey

More and more companies see the value of adding or transitioning their employees to remote workers. Understanding the disadvantages will help you better determine if a remote workforce is right for your organization. 

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Are remote jobs the future?

By John Merrey

Remote jobs aren’t just the future. They’re the present in more and more businesses. Remote work has been around for years in some form (such as virtual assistants), but COVID-19 accelerated that transition.  

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How businesses can get the most out of Microsoft Teams

By John Merrey

In today’s fast-paced business environment, effective communication and collaboration are essential for success. As companies strive to streamline their operations and enhance productivity, they often turn to digital tools that can simplify team interactions.

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Best practices for small business cybersecurity

By John Merrey

Following cybersecurity best practices should be part of your workplace culture. Make sure employees stay knowledgeable and that your computers have the cybersecurity tools they need. Here are some tips you can use to create a best practice guide for your organization to follow.

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