5 (Cheap) Ways To Make Old Computers Faster and More Reliable

3 Feb
With a proactive Managed IT services plan, your old computers can have a new lease on life!

#1. Add Memory. One of the most inexpensive and effective ways to improve a computer’s performance is to install more RAM (random access memory). This will speed up the applications installed on your computer and allow you to open and run more programs simultaneously. #2. Upgrade The Processor Or Add A Graphics Accelerator. If you are just looking for a little more “zoom,” upgrading the processor or installing a graphics accelerator will give your computer the ability to process information faster and improve its overall speed. #3. Perform Regular … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Desktop Computers, Is Your Current IT Support Looking After You Properly?, Maintenance, Money Saving Tips, TAG Blog

The Top 5 Worst Technology Habits to Break in 2012

5 Jan
Your computer support provider should urge you to break these bad habits!

Admit it; some of you have some bad habits when it comes to maintaining the security and “health” of the high-tech tools you dearly depend on. Since it’s a fresh, new year, we thought it would be appropriate to point out the top 5 bad habits you should work on fixing in 2012. 1. Not backing up your data. Funny how most people start their confession of not backing up their data with the words, “I know it’s bad, but…” If you know, then why are you still doing it? There’s absolutely no good reason to let this one continue.  Your IT support provider … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Backup and Disaster Recovery, Is Your Current IT Support Looking After You Properly?, Maintenance, Security, Spam, Spyware, TAG Blog, Viruses

Are You Being Too Cheap About Protecting This Aspect Of Your Business?

23 Dec
Network monitoring should be a staple of the IT services you purchase.

Think back to the last time your server went down or you weren’t able to get e-mail; remember how frustrating that was? Or perhaps you experienced a virus or other data-erasing disaster. Remember how painful that was to resolve? There are very few business activities that don’t heavily rely on your computer network, e-mail and data – and if any of these components stop working, business grinds to a screeching, frustrating halt. And with viruses and hackers becoming more sophisticated (and smart) about accessing your network, you simply cannot afford to NOT … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Is Your Current IT Support Looking After You Properly?, Maintenance, TAG Blog

7 Reasons Computers Run Slower As They Get Older

25 Nov
Computer support Toronto, IT Support Toronto, Managed IT services

Do any computers in your office run so slow so as to drive you or your employees blood pressure to rise?  Do any frequently freeze up, crash and take forever to open files?  Aside from the obvious frustration and reduced productivity slow computers cause, it may actually be due to one or more of the following reasons that your IT support provider might not be telling you:  Slower boot due to installed software.  To increase your security, software such as firewalls and antivirus applications must start up immediately when you boot up your PC. This of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Desktop Computers, Employee Productivity, Maintenance, TAG Blog

Even Your Most Loyal Employees Could Be Your Company’s Biggest Security Risk!

19 Aug
Managed IT services Toronto

If you’re like most technology-reliant businesses, you’ve spend a great deal of time and money making sure that you have a good firewall, your servers are secured, controlling who logs onto your network and what they have access to. While all of these activities are a vital component in a secure network, very often the workstations (desktops / laptops) are least secured in the entire network and poses the greatest amount of risk because of users trying to get their work done as quickly as possible and don’t understand the security implications of their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Laptops, Maintenance, Security, TAG Blog

Are You Making These Summertime Mistakes With Your Company’s Server?

13 Jul
technical support toronto, network support support

How To Ensure The Heat Doesn’t Fry Your Server (And Your Data!) With the “dog days” of summer upon us, many business owners are looking for ways to keep their company’s sales and profits HOT, while keeping their IT expenses COOL. But if proper attention is not given to your server and network equipment during the summer, all that heat outside can actually cause serious  damage to your server, causing your system to crash and burn - literally! Excess heat IS a big problem for all computer equipment including laptops and PCs. But since your server is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Maintenance, Servers, TAG Blog

7 Benefits of Managed IT Services

20 Apr

     In my previous blog article ‘What Are Managed IT Services Anyway?’, http://www.technicalactiongroup.com/what-are-managed-it-services-anyway/, I explained the typical services included in a Managed Services Plan.  If you’re like a lot of business owners who just want to know “what’s in it for me and my business”, here are 9 reasons why Managed Services make sense for any business that relies on technology.  The Benefits Are Obvious:  You’ll practically eliminate expensive repairs and recovery costs.  Network monitoring and maintenance … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Is Your Current IT Support Looking After You Properly?, Maintenance, Managed Services, Money Saving Tips

What Are ‘Managed IT Services’ Anyway?

20 Apr

    You may have heard the term "Managed Services" or "Managed IT Services" thrown about a lot in the last year or two as the IT support industry has been gradually moving away from offering unproductive "break/fix" computer support services, and moving to a Managed Services model.  If you've never been clear on what these services actually entail, then allow me to enlighten you - with no Geek Speak.          With the constant changes to technology and daily development of new threats, even a small, 10-user network requires ongoing maintenance from a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Employee Productivity, Is Your Current IT Support Looking After You Properly?, Maintenance, Managed Services

Spring Clean Your Computers For Maximum Performance

4 Apr

     With Spring in the air, now is a good time to do an annual clean up of the computers, servers and electronic equipment in your office, both inside and out.     Failure to thoroughly clean your computer at least once or twice a year will result in decreased performance and possibly even system failures. Here’s why: Dust clogs the computer’s cooling system causing it to heat up, damaging sensitive electronic equipment. Dust can also cause fan noise and (believe it or not) slow performance! Crumbs and dirt in your keyboard can cause keys to stick … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Desktop Computers, Is Your Current IT Support Looking After You Properly?, Maintenance

The Shocking State Of Data Security In Small Business: Are YOU Making These Terrible Mistakes?

28 Feb

     According to a survey of 2,100 US businesses conducted by Applied Research and commissioned by Symantec, the vast majority of businesses are frequent victims of cyber attacks, data loss and non-existent backup and recovery systems. Here are just a few of the shocking facts discovered: 74% of the businesses surveyed were affected by cyber attacks – including hackers, viruses, worms, etc. – in the past 12 months. 62% had lost at least one mobile device in the last 12 months, and 100% admitted they had no password protection on these devices. Less … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Is Your Current IT Support Looking After You Properly?, Maintenance, Security, Viruses
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