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How to support small businesses

How to support small businesses

Running a small business is big work, and small businesses need support now more than ever. There are lots of benefits to keeping our small business communities strong — small businesses tend to give back to our communities in ways that major retailers can’t always...

4 ways to prepare for an influx of holiday shoppers

4 ways to prepare for an influx of holiday shoppers

As a business owner, you ‘re probably looking forward to holiday shopping. The retail season is important for many business owners and is a great time to generate revenue. But increased traffic to your website can cause problems if you’re not prepared for it. To...

Gratitude exercises to boost your mood

Gratitude exercises to boost your mood

Gratitude — the simple act of giving thanks for any number of things in your life, from the food you put on your table to having a shoulder to lean on during tough times. Whether you’re looking for inspiration around Thanksgiving or you’ve been thinking about...

6 steps to security for your ecommerce website

6 steps to security for your ecommerce website

More than ever, consumers are shopping online for appliances, furniture, clothing, food, and other retail goods. In fact, online sales make up 21% of all retail purchases now, with consumers spending billions of dollars online according to Digital Commerce 360. And...

Share family photos online for the holidays

Share family photos online for the holidays

It’s true — 2020 has been a year unlike any other. With the holiday season coming up, we’re all eager to spend time with loved ones, but for many people, family traditions will be different this year. If it’s not possible for your nearest and dearest to gather in...

Gift guide: Smart tech gifts for everyone on your list

Looking for the perfect tech gifts for friends and family for the 2020 holidays? This year, we might all be doing a lot more online shopping than in previous years. But with great smart tech gifts, you can find something for everyone on your list. Check out our guide...

Why old technology needs to be replaced

Why old technology needs to be replaced

When your device begins to run slowly or freeze, it might be time to replace it. Perhaps the battery no longer holds a charge, or you can no longer make software updates on your smartphone model. Technology only lasts so long before a user needs to upgrade to a...

Careers in cybersecurity: what’s out there?

Careers in cybersecurity: what’s out there?

With the digital workforce in full swing, companies and employees are becoming more aware of the importance of cybersecurity for their networks. As businesses expand their offerings online and employees rely on digital platforms to collaborate and complete their work,...

What is the digital workforce?

What is the digital workforce?

Whether you’ve responded to an automated call system or you use instant messaging in your own workplace, it’s very likely you’ve encountered the digital workforce. It's a set of technologies that work alongside human employees to improve the modern workplace. It helps...

Cybersecurity 101: What it is and why it matters

Cybersecurity 101: What it is and why it matters

What is cybersecurity? It plays an essential role in keeping our digital spaces safe. According to the Department of Homeland Security, it’s the “art of protecting networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access or criminal use and the practice of ensuring...

5 things to do to handle cyberbullying at work

5 things to do to handle cyberbullying at work

When we think of cyberbullying, we often think of school-age children. But online harassment takes many forms, and adults can experience cyberbullying in the workplace. Workplace bullying is nothing new – according to surveys by the Workplace Bullying Institute (WBI),...

Back-to-school cybersecurity tips

Back-to-school cybersecurity tips

Back-to-school is in full swing and you’re likely still adjusting to a new schedule as you say goodbye to the summer months. Whether you’ve got kiddos in elementary, high school, or you’re a student enrolled in an institution for higher learning, the use of technology...