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23 Apr

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 Are You Backing Up the Right Way? The 31st of March is World Backup day and it’s a great time for backing up. So this is your reminder, that even if you only do this once a year when the calendar tells you to, it’s time to flip that to-do list and make it happen! But how? What’s the easiest, most effective way for your business to backup? You've probably heard of file backup by a number of names: Cloud Sync, Cloud Backup or Cloud Storage. They’re all similar enough to be confusing and meaningless enough to be anything. Here’s what they mean and which one you need today. Cloud Sync Backing up is possible with Google Drive, Dropbox, iCloud, etc. They are services that sync up with a single folder on your computer. They mirror it. When a file changes in one, the sync service rushes to change it on your computer too, so they are always the same. Cloud Sync services are hugely flexible for remote employees. They’re ridiculously easy to use, require no training, and the free tiers are enough for most individuals. This all sounds amazing, right? Except...

24 Jul

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When is Your Business Ready to Move to the Cloud? Is your business ready to move to the cloud? Cloud computing has become a natural step in business growth, thanks to the numerous (and continually growing) benefits. More and more applications are coming out in web-based form and staff are exceptionally comfortable with this type of change. So when is the right time to move your business computing to the cloud? Many businesses are facing this question now that cloud computing has become a mainstream norm. After all, you’ll be able to roll out new apps in days, not weeks, and nobody ever says ‘no thanks’ to increased security and efficiency. Like any strategic business decision though, timing is everything. Here’s how to assess your need before you make the switch: Age of servers and workstations If your workstations and servers are reaching their end of life and a large capital investment is coming up, you’ll be able to minimize the expense by moving to the cloud. You may even be able to skip certain upgrades completely. Your staff will still need devices to access the cloud data, but you’ll have a lot more flexibility in your choice and they won’t need to be as powerful. This can be a huge cost saving made in just moments. Need for remote and mobile access Many businesses are growing while on the move, with a mobile workforce needing to access files from anywhere at any time. This could range from moving around the one location, between offices or even working from home. Forget frustrating connections and lost productivity, cloud computing allows staff to work securely and efficiently from any location with internet access. Current support setup If your business currently outsources all your network management, you’re perfectly suited for the move to cloud computing. Network maintenance and monitoring becomes a non-issue, handled 24/7 as part of your cloud service. Network efficiency just keeps rising too, as your cloud provider is always improving their systems. You’ll find problems are fixed before you knew they existed, and server downtime becomes a thing of the past. Need for predictable IT costs If it feels like IT costs can spiral out of control at times, challenging your budget and patience, cloud computing will seem like a dream come true. When you make this shift, you’re moving from a capital expense to an operational one – server and system replacements are no longer your concern. You’ll be able to budget for IT costs in advance, knowing no blowouts are hiding around the corner. Monthly costs are known and (usually) capped based on what you use, leaving your cash flow much relieved. Today’s cloud computing is more advanced, secure and priced more competitively than ever before. At its core, cloud computing is purely about doing things better, and it can have a massive impact on your profits, productivity and even staff satisfaction rates. If your business requires a robust, always available infrastructure with easy monthly costs, it’s time to take a serious look at your cloud computing options. We offer a variety of cloud services to help your business. Give us a call at 570.235.1946 or visit our Contact Page to discuss how we can improve your business IT....

10 Jul

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What is the Cloud? Where is it? What is the cloud? There has been a ton of talk about the cloud. Cloud this, cloud that. It’s okay if you don’t know, most people don’t understand it and even some tech people tend to wave their hands towards the sky when trying to explain it! Since it actually has nothing to do with the white fluffy things in the sky, let’s lay it all out: Cloud computing is about storing and retrieving your data (personal or business) within your own piece of the internet. Access it from anywhere. Colleagues in different locations can even collaborate on documents in real time. If that all sounds a bit futuristic, think about how an email service like Gmail works. Emails are stored on the Gmail server, not on your hard drive or device. Your read/send/receive changes are applied instantly, remembered for next login. This is a form of cloud computing. So is Netflix, where you can stream movies and TV shows on demand. Video is stored on a computer somewhere else in the world, and sent to your device in tiny packages. Netflix remembers what you watched, where you got up to, and if you’re hopping from one device to another, it still has it all ready to go. Where is ‘cloud’ data stored? Good question. And it’s why the term ‘cloud’ causes so much confusion. Companies who offer cloud storage have huge warehouses dedicated to holding servers. By huge, we mean HUGE. In terms of location, the US and UK are popular server farm locations, but the company could also have copies of your data stored elsewhere in the world. This is so they can fulfill their redundancy guarantees – if disaster hits one location, the other still has a copy. Having additional locations and copies also increases the speed of access. With some companies, you can choose your preferred location. Data doesn’t have to travel quite as far across the world, increasing speed even further, which of course, saves time and money. Collaboration, security, redundancy, AND savings? We’d call that a win. Ready to take advantage of cloud computing? Give us a call at 570.235.1946 or visit our Contact Page...

21 Jun

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Make Managed Services Work for You There are ways managed services can work for you. Wouldn’t it be great to know you could access the internet from every room in the house? Many homes are embracing the flexibility of multiple devices, but this comes at the cost of increased headaches. In effect, people don’t realize how complex their tech setup has become. Residential homes commonly have 4 mobile devices, 2 tablets, a desktop or laptop, printer, smart TV, media streamer, and game console, all of which need access to the same secure internet connection. For that reason, using managed services has the benefit of providing one, predictable bill for every part of your technology services, including: Managed Services Advice and setup: Our experts love to talk tech and can help you make product decisions, plan and create your ideal network environment – building in all the parental controls and security your unique situation needs. In effect, they'll help educate your family on best practices, cyber safety, and common threats. Remote Support: Save time and energy if services goes wrong, our experts can securely log in to remotely diagnose and repair many issues. Backup: Never worry about losing personal files, photos, video and music if your device is broken or stolen. Our experts ensure everything that’s important to you is backed up regularly. Maintenance: Devices need regular maintenance and cleaning. This extends the life of your device greatly and has the added benefit of making it run like new again. Security: Every device under your managed services IT plan will be automatically monitored for security issues and updated regularly. In detail, our tech experts will ensure your network is secure, protecting you and your family on autopilot. Cloud: We’ll make sure you have access to all your files, no matter which device you’re on, giving you true digital flexibility and (a safeguard against forgetting homework!). With new connected devices finding their way into homes each year, it’s important to ensure your network grow with security at all levels. Remember, it only takes one unprotected device to let the malware in. Therefore, our managed IT services will free you from worrying about security and maintenance. Find out how Managed IT Services can help you by calling us at 570.235.1946 or visit our Contact Page...