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Overcoming cybersecurity challenges for small businesses

Overcoming cybersecurity challenges for small businesses

While you may think cybersecurity is only a concern for large companies, an estimated 40% of cyberattacks target small businesses. That's because small businesses face unique cybersecurity challenges. Because they typically have fewer and less robust cybersecurity...

How to register as a woman-owned business

How to register as a woman-owned business

Women are thriving in the small business arena. According to a 2019 study by American Express, 42 percent of all U.S. businesses are women-owned. When combined, woman-owned businesses generate over $1.9 trillion a year, or 10% of our national economy. As a female...

What’s the difference between a modem, a router, and a gateway?

What’s the difference between a modem, a router, and a gateway?

When it comes to getting online, internet service providers may use a lot of different terminologies. It can be really confusing if you’re unfamiliar with the terms, especially during troubleshooting. To make it easier to understand, let’s explore the difference...

Cable vs. DSL vs. fiber internet: which is best?

Cable vs. DSL vs. fiber internet: which is best?

A broadband connection lets you send and receive data online, post on social media, and video chat with family or colleagues. Depending on your location and service provider, internet access comes to your home through DSL, cable, or fiber optic technology....

4 common cyberattacks on small businesses

4 common cyberattacks on small businesses

As a small business owner, you might see yourself as less susceptible to cyberattacks. After all, doesn’t it make sense for hackers to go after bigger fish? Those targets are certainly attractive, but cybercriminals are also aware that small businesses lack the...

Types of phishing attacks: vishing, spear phishing, and more

Types of phishing attacks: vishing, spear phishing, and more

Phishing is the most prominent type of cyberattack used by criminals today. Phishing attacks happen more than twice as much as the next most common type of cyberattack according to the FBI’s Internet Crime Report. There are many different types of phishing attacks...

Keep a clean screen: Tips for monitors and more

Keep a clean screen: Tips for monitors and more

Our monitors and machines get a lot of use, and with use comes dust, dirt and grime. Cleaning your monitor, TV, keyboard, mouse, and other equipment is just as important as keeping your computer software up-to-date and virus-free. Not only can the buildup of dust and...

How to scale your small business

How to scale your small business

Once your small business has begun to turn a profit, it may be time to start looking for opportunities to scale. Scaling up your small business may be necessary to keep up with growing demand in your market and avoid missing out on new opportunities. Even solo-run...

Employee retention strategies for small business owners

Employee retention strategies for small business owners

Hiring and training new employees is costly and time-consuming, requiring resources that could be used to grow your small business. Employee retention is important for any business, but especially small businesses with a small number of employees integral to business...

What’s the best live TV streaming service in 2021?

What’s the best live TV streaming service in 2021?

These days, many people have already cut the cable cord and are streaming TV. But for those that haven’t, it’s usually because they don’t want to miss out on their favorite live TV shows, games, and news. Fortunately, there are streaming services with options so you...

Advancements in telehealth services

Advancements in telehealth services

There are a number of potential obstacles to maintaining good health care practices. Financial troubles, unpleasant symptoms, limited appointment times and more can all get in the way of receiving important medical services. Such common life issues are just one of the...

Online customer service for small businesses

Online customer service for small businesses

Online customer service is about building relationships and being available to customers in the ways they're most comfortable communicating. Companies need multiple online channels to respond to customer requests efficiently regardless of the channel they choose....