The Consequences of Free
What’s easier than downloading a convenient app or joining another social media site when the price is listed as free? We’ve all done it and likely enjoyed the app. But nothing is truly free. If you can’t tell where an app is getting its revenue from, then you’re probably the product they’re selling. Free apps […]
Byte-Size Tech: Recovering from a Hack Can Be Pricy
https://vimeo.com/540757857 Libby Powers and Ben Fairbanks of Anderson Technologies dive into a recent new client’s story. This non-profit struggled to deal with a hack of their former server and needed a comprehensive IT solution in one vendor. Now, with a solid foundation, they know their data is protected. Related Reading What Is Managed IT Services? […]
Sharing the Work Load: The Case for Co-Managed IT Services
If your business already has a large in-house IT department or merely a dedicated staff of one or two IT professionals, hiring a Managed Services Provider (MSP) may feel like a moot idea. Not everyone needs an MSP for their IT needs, right? The answer to that isn’t as black and white as you might […]
Byte-Size Tech: What Is Co-Managed IT?
https://vimeo.com/534590249 Co-Managed IT may be a new concept for a lot of viewers, but Mark Anderson and Libby Powers of Anderson Technologies break it down. A co-managed IT solution is a partnership between your internal IT team and a managed IT services provider brought in to help handle workload, fill skill gaps, and provide access […]
Byte-Size Tech: Essential Tips for Safer Online Shopping
https://vimeo.com/521596591 HTTPS? SSL? Targot.com? What about those pop-up businesses that advertise on social media? Libby Powers and Marcia Spicer of Anderson Technologies break down some essential tips and potential problems to watch out for when shopping online. If you’re worried that your shopping or surfing habits have compromised your business, contact Anderson Technologies today. Related […]
Byte-Size Tech: 3 Tips for Troubleshooting Before Calling IT
Libby Powers and Junior Systems Administrator Ben Fairbanks, both of Anderson Technologies, chat about one of the most common issues computer users face: slow operations. Ben identifies three possible approaches to troubleshoot that can often resolve the issue without starting a ticket with your IT provider. Ben shares tips about internet speeds, connectivity, computer updates, […]
Byte-Size Tech: Working from Home with a VPN?
https://vimeo.com/522912112 … What Could Go Wrong? Mark Anderson and Libby Powers of Anderson Technologies take a moment to explain how a popular work-from-home set-up might not be providing the security you want. If you’re re-evaluating your remote work set-up, or considering a hybrid work (part time at home) model, it is important to dig into […]
Byte-Size Tech: Make Big Changes with IT In Mind
https://vimeo.com/522924577 Amy Anderson and Libby Powers of Anderson Technologies take a managed IT services provider approach to big changes. In light of the tumultuous last year, many businesses are facing an office move, remote work, or rightsizing operations. If you are too, be sure to plan with your IT needs in mind. The best way […]
Work From Home – Who’s Flipping to Hybrid?
After nearly a year of pandemic-related roadblocks, business owners may feel like circumstances have taught them everything about telework and managing employees both near and far. On the other hand, some business owners may still gravitate towards a strictly on-site model for better collaboration and simpler secure IT. As workers slowly shift to the “new […]
Byte-Size Tech: Don’t Get Zoom-Bombed!
https://vimeo.com/514332080 Mark Anderson and Libby Powers chat about Zoom best practices and share the story of a client who recently got Zoom-bombed after posting the details of their call publicly. Zoom has some security features baked in, but be sure to toggle them and use the tips Mark and Libby share to ensure you have […]
