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How to protect electronics from lightning

How to protect electronics from lightning

The onset of a thunderstorm can be cause for concern in your household, especially if you have young children or pets who are afraid of storms. However, storms also bring the dangerous possibility of lightning striking your home, which can cause damage to your...

Ransomware attacks: what you need to know

Ransomware attacks: what you need to know

Ransomware attacks are making headlines in a big way. A recent attack on the Colonial Pipeline and JBS has led to shortages across the country. But these companies are not alone. Last year, the US experienced 65,000 ransomware attacks according to cybersecurity...

Social media marketing for small business

Social media marketing for small business

Did you know that 8 out of 10 people in the US have a social media profile? Chances are your customers have a profile on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and/or LinkedIn. Using social media marketing for small business is a way to connect with your customers, talk about...

Why am I getting so many spam calls?

Why am I getting so many spam calls?

Spam calls invade our lives constantly, and they are on the rise. According to a recent USA Today article, January 2021 averaged 129.5 million spam calls per day, an increase of 3.7% compared to December. You may not have noticed, but robocalls declined significantly...

Your checklist for moving to a new home

Your checklist for moving to a new home

Packing and moving boxes are only a few parts of the moving process. While moving to a new home can be stressful, keeping track of everything you’ll need to do in the months leading up to your move will make the experience easier. Save or print out this moving...

3 local SEO strategies for small businesses

3 local SEO strategies for small businesses

Whatever the size of your business, you want to show up in search engines. Nearly half of all searches on Google are for local businesses. Creating a local search engine optimization strategy (SEO) for your small business can help you take your digital presence to the...

Ideas for your outdoor movie night

Ideas for your outdoor movie night

Finding family-friendly activities for summer nights doesn’t need to be difficult – watching a movie under the stars can be a cost-effective pastime for the entire season. An outdoor movie night is more convenient than going to the movie theater and more exciting than...

Videoconferencing etiquette 101

Videoconferencing etiquette 101

Videoconferencing is an important tool in keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive. As remote work continues to be vital part of the modern workplace, understanding videoconferencing etiquette remains necessary for success. Videoconferencing in the modern...

Choosing a small business phone system

Choosing a small business phone system

The small business phone line is far from dead. Even in the age of email, chatbots, and social media, the phone remains the preferred method for consumers when they need to contact a small business. In fact, about 60% of consumers prefer using the phone to other...

Father’s Day tech gifts

Father’s Day tech gifts

Are you looking for a great gift to give Dad on Father’s Day? Consider gifting some of the latest tech. If your dad is a tech nerd, these Father’s Day tech gifts are right up his alley. Help him up his smart home game with doorbell cameras who tell him who is at the...

Online privacy best practices

Online privacy best practices

In many ways, technology makes life easier for us. We pay bills online, connect quickly with friends on social media and rely on navigation apps to provide us with directions. However, living in the digital era is not without its downsides. In the past decade, there...

How slow internet affects small business

How slow internet affects small business

Many small businesses run these days thanks to the internet. It powers many daily tasks, including email, online ordering, and customer service. It even helps you reach new customers by providing a platform for digital marketing. Your business may also rely on the...