Now that we’ve introduced you to the Surface Tablet from Microsoft, it’s time to delve a little deeper into the newest tablet computer technology on the market and, since our focus at North Star, Inc. is on technology for business, we need to discuss whether or not the new Surface Pro Tablet, available in January...

With Microsoft SkyDrive you will be able to take your files with you wherever you go – with anytime, anywhere access – through 7 GB of free storage and 24/7, 365 access across all devices. SkyDrive eliminates problems with server downtime and improves communication and sharing with full-time access to files and easy, real-time collaboration...

With Windows Small Business Server being phased out of existence in 2013, Server 2012 Essentials has been created as your small business server solution. As your new IT solution for the New Year, Server Essentials offers a cost-effective format to help small to mid-sized business protect their data, allow for increasingly flexible workstyles, and improve...

Does your server platform offer you the versatile IT solutions your business needs? It is often a given that small businesses have limited resources for effective IT solutions, yet they require many of the same powerful technology solutions employed by larger organizations. In today’s highly competitive marketplace, a comprehensive IT strategy is critical to success...

With the demise of Windows Small Business Server on the nearing horizon, it will cease to be supported as of June 13, 2013, Server 2012 Essentials becomes the new, 21st Century SBS solution. With enhanced server solutions for small to mid-sized businesses, such as improved access to cloud-based services for Office and Exchange, Microsoft has...

By 2016 there will be 1 billion smartphones in use, 350 million of which will be used for business. It is also estimated that by then 50% of internet users will be using tablet computers and, with 1 ½ billion people online, that means a huge number of them are mobile 24/7, 365. How many...