Laptop Security
September 29, 2011
Have you ever been worried about getting your laptop or smartphone stolen? Even if you try to be very safe about where you leave your laptop, there is always a chance someone could get a hold of it causing you to potentially lose very important sensitive information. Although there are a number of tools available to help combat this problem, one stands out. The tool is called Prey, and it runs on Windows, Macintosh and Linux based laptops, as well as Android based smartphones. Read more
Comcast releases $9.99 Internet Nationwide, for those who qualify
September 29, 2011
One of the largest Internet providers has rolled out a nationwide high speed Internet plan for only $9.99 a month. Starting this month, Comcast now offers Internet for $9.99 and access to purchase a computer for $150.00. The speeds that they offer are up to 1.5Mbps, which is fast enough for basic Internet browsing needs. If you are signed up, they guarantee it will last at least 3 years for you, and they also offer free Internet training. Read more
Should I get a Tablet?
July 26, 2011
Tablets are the latest buzz, and we have been getting a lot of questions from people wondering if they need a Tablet. Let us be clear and answer your question right away – you don’t need a tablet. Having said that, there are certain applications that are well suited for tablets, but they serve a specific purpose. 
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Emerson Technologies Premium Backup Service
June 28, 2011
It is important to have data backed up. Emerson Technologies recommends using a 3-2-1 backup strategy, which includes an o
ffsite backup. We recommended using online backups because they are very easy to configure, they run automatically, and are kept at a different location than your other copies. This means somebody doesn’t have to remember to take a tape home every night. In a the event that something catastrophic happens where a building suffers damage, or there is a water damage, the backups will be safe. Read more
iPhone 4
June 23, 2010
Apple has now released information about 2 new products. The first is the new iPhone 4. The second is the new operating system running on the phone, called iOS 4. The new iPhone 4 is available for purchase as of June 24th, 2010.
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Microsoft Office 2010
June 23, 2010
The latest version of Microsoft Office, Office 2010 has been completed and is readily available for purchase. It has a lot of new features and added functionality, but the most pressing question is if you should upgrade or not.
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Product Spotlight: Temperature and Moisture Monitoring
May 19, 2010
Computers + extreme temperatures and/or water = bad news. This is why a company named Invetex released two different products to help monitor temperature and moisture. The first product is called “Halotile.” Essentially it is a flat 2ft by 2ft panel that is designed to go on top of ceiling tiles. If you don’t have ceiling tiles or that doesn’t sound like a feasible option then they have a second product called “Aquapede.” Aquapede does the same thing that Halotile does, but it is a small sensor that is placed on the floor near the baseboard.
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Pogoplug: Easy Access to Your Files from Anywhere
March 31, 2010
Do you happen to have an iPhone or Android based phone? Want to access your music and files at home while sitting at work on your laptop? What if you could access all of your music, movies and files from home on your smartphone or computer – whenever you wanted, from anywhere with Internet access? If this interests you, then you should check out the Pogoplug.
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Wireless-n
February 24, 2010
Wireless Internet communication is something that most of us use at some point. You may have heard terms such as 802.11 followed by a letter such as a,b,g or n. 802.11 simply refers to a set of wireless protocols for carrying out wireless transmission. The letter refers to a particular type, generation or version of wireless transmission and offers improvements over the preceding generation. We will examine the latest, 802.11n and determine if it makes sense for you.
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Free Anti-Virus vs. Non-Free Anti-Virus for Home Users
February 24, 2010
With so many different anti-virus programs to choose from, some of which are even fake as shown in one of our previous articles, how do you know what to get? Here are some of the differences between the free and paid anti-virus applications available to home users. Note: this article is only directed for home users. There are lot’s of subtle details businesses and organizations need to consider, including the license for free software. Emerson Technologies would be happy to help your organization find the right anti-virus program to fit your needs. Use this article to think about how your home computer is setup.
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