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Which Web Browser For the Workplace?

Posted on: March 24, 2016 at 11:44 AM by Ahmed Ansari

Google Chrome continues to increase in popularity and according to Gartner, 2016 is the year it will take over the coveted number one spot from IE in the business space. The debate over which browser is best is hotly contested in chat rooms and blogs across the Internet but we won’t solve that here.  Instead, we’ll discuss some things to consider when determining which browser to deploy in your workplace.

Which Web Browser For Your Workplace?
There is no single browser that provides the best performance across all evaluation criteria.  Some offer faster performance, others offer greater security and some web browsers provide more apps and allow for greater customization.  The key is to select a browser that provides a good balance across the following evaluation criteria: 

  1. Management
  2. Security & Privacy
  3. Compatibility
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How to Extend Smart Phone Battery Life

Posted on: February 12, 2016 at 10:29 AM by Ayaz Hussain

We've all been there - expecting an important call and our cell phone battery is in the red zone.  In a world where smartphones are getting thinner and more features and apps are jammed into them, optimizing battery life can be a challenge.  

Unfortunately, when you're busy and on the go, it’s not always convenient to plugin and recharge. Here are some helpful tips on how to extend smart phone battery life.

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Improve Browser Security - Upgrade to Microsoft IE 11

Posted on: January 11, 2016 at 10:31 AM by Bruno Rochon

Microsoft is ending support for older versions of Internet Explorer on January 12, 2016 and will no longer provide security updates or technical support for Internet Explorer - versions 8, 9 and 10.  

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How To Create Secure Passwords You Won't Forget

Posted on: December 22, 2015 at 04:39 PM by Ayaz Hussain

Safety deposit boxes for our valuables, security systems for our homes, kryptonite locks for our bikes and yet the top two computer passwords people use in 2015 are "123456" and "password".  Does this sound counterintuitive?  As an IT support and services company we come across this all the time and it is our job to promote best practices for secure computing.  As cloud computing, mobile technologies and online activity continue to grow, so does the number of passwords in our lives. We all know the difference between a strong and weak password, but how do you balance password strength with memorability?  

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