Entries by The Tech Zen

How Long Should My Computer Last?

With rapid advances in technology, these days it seems that we are replacing our computers much faster than we used to. The reason to purchase a new computer can come from either necessity or availability of new features that are more appealing than your current computer.   Typically, a computer can last you three to […]

Keep Your Files Close and Safe with Carbonite

Imagine you turn on your computer one day and nothing looks right. You’ve lost all the work you have been doing all semester and all the pictures from your wedding five years ago. These were saved on your computer but you didn’t think to use a cloud back up system like Carbonite.   Peace of […]

Prepare Your Business Technology for Hurricane Season

Hurricane season has arrived! It’s time to dust off your hurricane-preparation list and add to it ways to prepare your business technology to it. Just like we have preparation plans for our homes and family, it’s a must to also have a plan for your business, more importantly the technology within it.   What happens […]

Everything You Need to Know About Password Managers

These days the news about data breaches and compromised passwords are becoming more frequent. As technology advances, our passwords become more vulnerable. One of the top safety practices recommended by security experts is to use a password manager.   WHAT IS A PASSWORD MANAGER? One of the first things you should know about a password […]

The Benefits of Hosted VoIP

Many businesses today should be trading in their legacy phone systems in for a hosted VoIP system. There are several reasons why, including costs savings, reliability, flexibility, convenience and many more. Depending on the size of the organization, businesses can expect significant savings! The temptation to stick with the technology that’s comfortable is easy, but […]

5 Common Technology Issues for Small Businesses

Technology is constantly changing in all industries. With all this rapid change and new products being developed and improved daily, it can be difficult to keep up with for your small business. Use our list of the top 5 common technology issues below to make yourself aware and create plans for your small business in this […]

Protecting Your Bitcoin and Other Cryptocurrency

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you’ve been hearing all the buzz on bitcoin and cryptocurrency. If you’re thinking about turning your money into cryptocurrency or already have, you should also think about how to protect it. Several cryptocurrency exchanges and digital wallets have been adding millions of new users within the span of […]

Protect Yourself Virtually This Holiday Season

The holidays are full of family, food, and fun. The other thing you’ll find yourself doing a lot is holiday shopping. Whether you are just browsing or actually making purchases online, you need to know how to protect yourself virtually. We’ve compiled a short list of just a few things you can do to protect […]