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The 6 different shutdown options

Shut Down. Sleep. Hibernate. Lock. If you use Windows as an operating system you have likely noticed the multiple different options you have for shutting down your computer. Have you ever wondered just what the differences are? Here is an overview of the six different options Windows users have when it’s time to shut down

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Instagram for your company

Most businesses now have a presence on social media sites like Facebook because of the brand exposure to such a large number of users. There are other networks out there too, like Instagram, that can help further enhance branding and marketing efforts. This is especially the case for companies with physical products who want a

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Set the default font in Word

Communication in today’s internet-connected business environment means the production of any manner of documents that may be read on a number of different mediums, including print or online. The font you use on your documents can really make a big difference in terms of presentation and readability. It is therefore a good idea to set

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5 steps to safer online shopping

There is something compelling about browsing an online store, filling a virtual cart, checking-out, and having your purchase arrive on your doorstep a few days later. This is helping E-commerce quickly become one of the most popular forms of shopping, but like everything else on the Internet, there are security issues to consider. 1. Watch

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4 types of virtualization defined

Virtualization is the moving of physical computer systems to a virtual environment, which is usually located off-site, and connected to your location via the Internet. There are many benefits to virtualization, including lower costs and extended lifespan of your technology investment, which has made it a popular option with small to medium sized businesses. If

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The key to viral content

Web content that “goes viral” can help increase a business’s name recognition and brand value while spreading a marketing message. It may seem that getting content to go viral is a case of being in the right place at the right time, but there are actually some tactics you can use to make your content

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Excel 2013 – 18 keyboard shortcuts

While we normally rely on a keyboard and mouse for navigation and interaction with a computer, with some programs like worksheets many users will rely more heavily on the keyboard simply because it’s quicker. This is one of the reasons why programmers have implemented keyboard shortcuts into programs like Microsoft Excel. If you have upgraded

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Email sign-offs – are they important?

When signing off at the end of an email, many of us use the same phrase or two for most of our messages. But this is not a “one size fits all” situation and many common phrases may not be correct for certain situations. A client who has made a complaint in an email, for

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Problem updating iPad apps?

The iPad is a reliable device with a user-friendly interface, but there are times when you might run across problems with it. One common issue is apps that stop downloading mid-way through an update, or just simply don’t update. If you encounter this issue here are six things you can try in order to get

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5 benefits of Lync 2013

Microsoft Office programs can be found in nearly every company in the world, and their cloud version of Office – Office 365 – is steadily gaining popularity. While the most popular Office programs are available with Office 365, some components like Lync have gone largely under utilized. Microsoft Lync is an enterprise/business level instant messaging

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