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Windows virtualization for Mac use

There are countless reasons to run the Windows operating system (OS) on a Mac computer, but the main one is so you can use apps designed for PC on an Apple machine. However, there are other benefits that make virtualizing Windows on your Mac worth it regardless of your software needs. Configure an entire machine

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Benefits VoIP will receive through 5G

Communication is an integral component to any small- and medium-sized business (SMB). To ensure the success of your SMB, utilizing the right technology resources is key. Short for fifth-generation wireless systems, 5G is changing essential technology solutions like VoIP. Here are three key changes you need to look out for. Improved Video Conferencing The major

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Feed Back with Feedback

[img src=”/wp-content/uploads/sites/1097/2018/12/feedback-01.png” class=”aligncenter”] Here at Providence, we have been so overwhelmed with the great support we have received with our Feed Back with Feedback campaign! Last month, thanks to you, we were able to sponsor Dinner in the Park for the Homeless Angels and help those in need in the Lansing community! Providence is also

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Feed Back with Feedback

[img src=”/wp-content/uploads/sites/1097/2018/12/feedback-01.png” class=”aligncenter”] Here at Providence, we have been so overwhelmed with the great support we have received with our Feed Back with Feedback campaign! Last month, thanks to you, we were able to sponsor Dinner in the Park for the Homeless Angels and help those in need in the Lansing community! Providence is also

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Make your life easier with these Office 365 tips

Your company may be done migrating to Office 365, but there’s still a lot you must do. Now that your productivity tools are online via the cloud, there are a few optimizations that will provide your users with a better experience. Declutter your inbox If you’re having trouble managing the overwhelming amount of emails in

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Windows 10’s declutter tools clean up your PC

Unused apps, error logs, and user bloat are some things that may be cluttering up your computer, causing it to function at less than peak performance. So how do you remove clutter from your PC and get it to run smoothly again? These Windows tools have got you covered. There are five types of clutter

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3 Types of hackers you should know about

What do you call someone who hunts for security gaps in computer hardware and software? A hacker, right? What about someone who presents their findings to vendors to help them improve the quality of their products? There is more than one type of hacker, and understanding the difference is important. A complicated history In the

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Best of Mac 2018: Your time-saving checklist

“Time is money” may be a cliche, but it is worth repeating because it’s true. In fact, Apple incorporates many time-saving features onto its macOS updates so that Mac users become more efficient the longer they use their machines. Use our checklist to become the time-saving machine you’re meant to be. Declutter with Desktop Stacks

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Confessions of an IT Consultant

[img src=”/wp-content/uploads/sites/1097/2018/11/img-blog-confessions-of-an-it-consultant.jpg” class=”aligncenter”] Scott grabbed the corner booth at his favorite Lansing eating and meeting place. While waiting for his friend and mentor, Jim, to arrive, he read through the email that had collected in his inbox since he left the office the night before. Jim’s voice suddenly interrupted. “Why the long face?” “Oh, hi

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Back up your mobile devices now

Smartphones have become so advanced that there’s virtually no business task they can’t handle. Now everyone uses mobile devices to access work documents and, naturally, hackers got the memo. There are thousands of threats targeted towards mobile devices, so you’d be well served backing up the files in your mobile device, now. Malware on mobile

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