If you want a job done right, do it yourself. At least until the job starts to take up so much time and so many resources that it's not worth doing anymore ... even if it's vital to the company. The horns of that dilemma often lead some to consider a managed service provider to take on their internal IT operations. Using one can deliver some benefits so pronounced that even the diehard do-it-yourselfer reconsiders the stance. What Value Is There in a Managed Service Provider for IT? A managed … [Read more...]
5 types of virtualization defined
For many businesses, managing and maintaining their entire hardware and software infrastructure can be a daunting and prohibitively expensive task. But with virtualization, this is no longer an issue. Virtualization allows businesses to maximize the use of their IT resources at a reduced cost -- this is why it has become so popular in the past few years. While there are many different types of virtualization on the market, it’s best to choose the one that fits your needs. Here, we give you an … [Read more...]
Router malware worse than experts realize
In May, security experts discovered one of the most widespread malware infections in history. Now, they’re warning businesses and consumers that it’s even worse than their first assessment. The VPNFilter malware poses a threat to small businesses and requires immediate attention from anyone who hasn’t taken action against it. VPNFilter recap A team of security researchers from Cisco released a report that a strain of malware had been discovered on hundreds of thousands of routers and network … [Read more...]
Google Pixel 3 rumor roundup
New Google smartphones are expected to be released in late 2018. So far, details of the new device -- which will most likely be dubbed Google Pixel 3 -- have been scarce, but we’ve rounded up all the latest leaks. Read on to find out more. Design What we're hearing through the grapevine is that the Pixel 3 will look a lot like its predecessor, featuring its classic backside shade, a USB-C port, and speakers in the bottom bezel. However, the larger Pixel 3 XL model could have a notch for the … [Read more...]
Virtualization isn’t as complex as you think
Explaining the concept of virtualization is no easy task, and failed attempts to do so have left it with an undeserved reputation. We want to set the record straight about this technology’s many benefits by dispelling the four most common misconceptions. Myth #1 - Virtualization is too expensive for SMBs Many people assume that the more advanced an IT solution is, the more expensive it is to install and maintain. That’s not the case for virtualization, which is a strategy to boost hardware … [Read more...]
