“Why is my WiFi so slow all of a sudden?” If your WiFi became slow all of a sudden and it hasn’t happened before, it’s probably a temporary issue. Here’s how to narrow down the exact cause and fix it. This guide should be useful for both business and home users. If you’re doing this […]
It appears that you want to set up a wireless network for your business. You’re off to a wonderful start, whether you’ve launched a new business location or are in the midst of transferring from one office to another. A solid office Wi-Fi solution should be a key component of your overall strategy. After all,
With the introduction of 5G cell networks, the world is about to change forever. 5G has been hailed as a panacea for any connectivity issues that have arisen in the past, as well as a road towards a completely wireless future. There are many 5G business implications, as well as implications for consumers. The current
Looking for the best travel laptop for your next trip? We’ve put together our top recommendations for laptop models available in 2021. This advice is mainly for business travelers that have to bring a laptop with them to stay productive (or if you’re one of those lucky people that can travel for pleasure while doing
How do you send large files through Outlook? The simple answer is that you can’t with Outlook’s default settings. You also don’t want to, for reasons we explain below. The best way to send large files through Outlook is to upload your file to a service like OneDrive or Google Drive and share the link
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Routers are essential to running a secure, sophisticated system. That means you should always plan for a little more capacity than you need today, so you do not end up needing to repeat this process later. But how do you choose the best WiFi router for your business? We’ve put together all the information you
What Is Ransomware? Ransomware is a form of malware that blocks or restricts users’ access to their computer by locking the screen or encrypting their files before a ransom is paid. Current ransomware families, collectively known as cryptoransomware, encrypt certain file types on compromised devices and demand that users pay a ransom using such online
Servers are a foundational element of all IT setups. Any business which is growing rapidly will sooner or later need a server for their business purposes. There are a lot of options for buying a server for your business. Let’s look at how much a server cost and how you can set it up for
For many businesses, it is a good decision to migrate from Exchange 2010 to Microsoft 365, or as it was formerly known Office 365. Today, Exchange 2010 falls short on many levels. Microsoft 365 / Office 365 is easy to manage and will save you money in the long run. It offers plenty of features
There are two main ways to approach managing and supporting your IT if you don’t want to hire a full-time IT employee – leave it alone and just fix it when it breaks (the so-called “break-fix” approach), or hire Los Angeles managed IT services provider to proactively manage and maintain it. So which is right
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Office 365, now called Microsoft 365, is the world’s most popular office suite, with a nearly 90% market share and $16 billion in sales in 2018. Its main competitor is G Suite, now called Google Workspaces (and known a long time ago as Google Apps). We compared the two office suites in a prior blog
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Importance of Firewall Audit To get rid of malicious traffic from your company’s network, installing a firewall is important. Firewalls use signature-pattern to detect malicious payload and rule-pattern to detect unauthorized traffic. However, when the malicious payloads become more sophisticated and evolve rapidly, signatures must also be updated accordingly. It is critical to manage and
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Microsoft Office has been a gold standard for business productivity programs for a long time. In more recent years, however, G Suite has surged forward and made its own place in the global business productivity suite market. Now, both are competing for the top position and picking the right one is tough. So, we thought
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There is a misconception about firewalls that they are only essential for large businesses or financial firms. The truth is that any business with an existing network should set a firewall, irrespective of their industry or size. Nearly half of the modern cyberattacks are targeted at small business because cybercriminals know that these companies invest
What Is End of Life? End of life doesn’t mean that the software won’t be able to perform its function anymore – just the end of support lifecycle for any given software. This means that after the end of life, users won’t get: While you may still be able to use Windows Server 2008 and
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Everybody needs to cut costs right now – for many businesses it will mean the difference between survival and collapse in the post-Covid-19 world. But at a time of heightened stress, reactivity, and emotion, it’s critical to ensure those cuts fall in the right place and that they serve the business both in the short
Managed IT Services are becoming increasingly popular. Companies of all sizes are recognizing the need to invest in robust IT infrastructures to remain competitive. They are essential for businesses looking to optimize their operations, enhance security, and reduce downtime. Before we reveal the many benefits of managed services, let’s take a look at some statistics
What is managed antivirus? Managed antivirus is a service where one company manages all the antivirus installations or processes of another company on an ongoing basis for a monthly fee. (Note: We’ve also seen this term used to mean a centrally-managed antivirus system in general, though these days this type of software is usually called
We covered the top ways to protect your business from cyber attacks in another recent blog post. Which makes sense, since XO focuses on providing cyber security and other IT services to businesses, not consumers. You wouldn’t expect us to give advice on slow-cooker chicken recipes, either, though we’d personally recommend this one for both
When picturing a business, what image comes to mind? Perhaps a store with a cashier and a line of customers? Maybe an active warehouse with forklifts and large machines? Or maybe an office with desks, phones, and several people in suits and ties? Regardless, all of these business types share a common theme: tech. Great
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