In April, Microsoft took somewhat of a great leap forward and officially ended support for one of the most popular operating systems (OS) ever – Windows XP. If you use Windows XP, or have been reading tech blogs, you likely know about this and may even be considering upgrading. The problem is it can be...

Passwords are made to safeguard our online accounts. But in this day and age when rampant hacking incidents happen every day and around the world, security is oftentimes compromised. As a result, private data can fall into the wrong hands. For this reason, it is imperative that the passwords protecting your data are strong enough...

Apple is the undisputed leader and trend-setter when it comes to consumer electronics. The company’s iPhones have been instrumental in the massive success that the brand enjoys today with millions of units having been sold worldwide. Indeed, since its inception in 2007, the iPhone has built up a cult-like following with its enthusiasts always seeking...

Multitasking is a feature that was made available on the release of iOS 4. Newer iOS versions still have it including the latest one which is iOS 7. It lets you open multiple apps at the same time, which is something that older iOS versions did not support. It was only possible to open one...

When compared to desktop machines or even laptops, tablets like those running Android have the advantage of great mobility and ease of use, which is why they’ve become the ultimate convenience over the last few years. And because more and more people have come to rely on them for work and communications, the security of...

Microsoft Office 2013 is the latest version of Office that was released just last year. It offers more features than the older versions and it also gives access to online Office applications. More formats are supported and it offers integration to various web based services including Flickr, Skype, Hotmail and SkyDrive. And the research icon...

It’s critical that your computer is in good condition if you ever want to ensure that your work isn’t disrupted. Considering how there are several issues that can cause your computer to slow down (virus infection and low memory among many others), there are several ways to counter or downright fix these issues to make...

Disaster can strike at any time. And when it does, it may cripple your business operations, unless you have a business continuity plan (BCP) ready. It’s different from a disaster recovery plan (DCP), though the latter is a part of a BCP. DCP only focuses on the recovery of the organization’s IT assets, while BCP...

All business owners fancy a magnificent online presence. This is especially true for small business owners who utilize their websites as their most powerful tool to compete against bigger competitors. Being online is the trend today, and not having a solid Internet presence seems to be synonymous to inadequate and poor branding. Indeed, creating effective...

Making your business information available online is crucial since many people search on the Internet when looking for specific products, services, and businesses. Google Places for Business is a free and easy to use application that makes your company information available on Google Maps and Google.com. Create your business listings and be found by potential...