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Implementing a Data Backup Plan

Don't let a hardware failure or flash flood leave you stranded

By Chris Maxcer

Even though computers are very reliable, problems like virus attacks, thefts, power surges and natural disasters can bring your business to its knees. Generally, you want to back up all of your customer and transaction-related data, particularly items that haven't been closed out and accounted for. When you have data entering your business often, you want a more frequent backup...

Connecting to Your Computers from Anywhere

How to access your computer's files and programs on-the-go

By Nathan Janos

How many times have you needed to access a picture, document or program on your computer only to find that you can't because you're out of the office? You'll be happy to know that this is a common business problem with established solutions. You no longer need physical access to your computer to use every program and view every document. In fact, you can use your compu...

Using Linux for Your Desktop

Using Linux and open source software for your small business

By Akwasi Adjei

Software license costs can be prohibitive for small business owners. Linux is an alternative operating system to Microsoft Windows, and can be acquired at a little to no cost to the small business owner. Linux is supported by a large army of volunteers from all over the world who contribute and maintain not only the source code but also hundreds of packages available free of charge...

Software License Management

Keep your business secure with license management software

By Marianne Cotter

With companies depending on software programs for everything from basic daily operations to complex business modeling, software license management is more important than ever. Without a license management program, you might unintentionally run afoul of software licensing compliance requirements and be hit with civil or even criminal penalties. On the flip side, neglect software ass...

Networking Software

Networking software systems keep your network running efficiently and securely

By Judy Artunian

Computer networks operate quietly behind the scenes, linking computers, scanners and other resources so workers company-wide can share software applications and collaborate on documents. Without networking software, none of that networking magic would be possible. Network management software keeps your network humming so productivity remains high.  Strategies for leveragi...

Network Performance Monitoring Software

Keep networks running smoothly by using the right performance monitoring tool

By Michael Berman

As your network goes, so goes your business. It's important to use the right network performance monitoring software to make sure you don't have problems later that could result in loss of time and money.With their ability to track everything from security to reliability, these software packages, when installed and maintained properly, are worth their weight in gold.&n...

Intranet Software

What to consider before choosing an intranet software suite

By M. Krasniak

In today’s business world, most businesses with a moderate number of employees have turned to intranets to disseminate corporate information such as policies and procedures, host training materials for current and new employees and connect remote offices regardless of their physical location. How does a company choose an intranet software suite to accomplish all of this?Some ...

Network Administration Software

Many options exist for optimizing your company's remote administration and maintenance programs

By Jeanne Dininni

Your company's computer network is the heart of your business, and a vital network administration software system is the heart of your network. Information flows through your network's arteries to each individual organ (computer station), and this uninterrupted flow of your business's lifeblood is what helps to ensure the health of your enterprise. When this critical in...

System Management Software

Simplify your IT infrastructure with custom system management software

By Apryl Beverly

Employing quality system management software solutions help businesses decrease IT costs, streamline management processes and improve business resilience and efficiency. As your business grows, so does the complexity of your IT infrastructure. The small server you started out with when you had five customers may not operate as efficiently now that you have 100 customers. This type ...

Pricing and Costs of Remote Access Software

Choose affordable remote access software

By Terri Deno

Remote access software is a vital tool for many industries, especially those where it's essential to access computer files from anywhere. Software for remote access is the most common way to create a link between where you are and where your files are, but there are also other methods to access PCs remotely. These include online access and remote access through other devices, s...

Making the Most of Remote Access Software

Use remote access software to provide tech support to customers

By Terri Deno

Remote access server software comes in handy for many issues. Some companies use it as a way to access important files when employees are out of the office or on the road. Other companies use the software to access and manage remote computers to create an e-learning environment. The most useful application of remote computer access is for those in tech support. Using remote access ...

Network Backup and Recovery Software Basics

Protect your business data and information with network and backup recovery software and solutions

By Rachel Davy

According to computer industry statistics, the majority of companies that have suffered data loss estimate that it has cost them from $50,000 up to more than $1 million while their systems are down due to data loss. Since that much of a revenue loss can greatly affect your business, learning how to protect your data is essential to the success and efficiency of your business. Thank...

Using Network Performance Monitoring Software

Stay informed on your network activity by using network performance monitoring software

By Apryl Beverly

Using network performance monitoring software can help you stay abreast of slow or failing devices included in your business’ local area network (LAN). In case of outages, network monitoring software is designed to alert network administrators immediately. Network monitoring solutions focus exclusively on network activities and help administrators gain a better understanding ...

Software License Management Basics

Learn software license management basics helps when tracking software

By Apryl Beverly

Learning the software license management basics can help you reduce the total cost of technology ownership. Software license management is defined as a system used to enable the enforcement, tracking and specification of software licenses.Employing a software license management system provides software publishers with the necessary tools to protect their companies from hacking and ...

Making the Most of Software License Management

Increase revenue by making the most of software license management tools

By Apryl Beverly

Implementing a software license management system is a great way to manage product licenses, but making the most of software license management systems could help you increase revenue and build a better rapport with customers.A basic software license management system allows you to enforce, monitor and maintain software licenses. This helps you keep track of which customers have li...

Network Backup and Recovery Software Education and Training

Online options for learning more about network backup and recovery software

By J. Stoltzfus

When you are looking to find out more about specific aspects of network administration including network recovery software and network backup solutions, you have a whole lot of options, and many of them are available over the web. Online pages reach out to offer readers all kinds of education on the necessity, methodology and skills training for network backup and recovery software...

Network Performance Monitoring Software Education and Training

Getting the best education on network monitoring tool software

By Felicia R. Blue

Your manager mentioned you need to have network performance monitoring software education and training. You agree. However, your manager didn't offer any suggestions on where you can get this training. You don’t necessarily need to learn how to do specific tasks, but you do understand how the network monitoring tool can perform network analysis.The good news is that you d...

Software License Management Key Terms

Understand software license management terminology

By B. Lumadue

Software license management is an important task for any organization. Non-compliance with software vendors' licensing requirements can mean hefty fines and even criminal penalties. In addition, losing track of licenses can mean that you are paying to renew licenses for software that is underused or not used at all. Software to track licenses simplifies the process and can redu...

Remote Access Software Key Terms

Identify and define remote access software key terms to improve technology efficiency

By Kelley Keith

Remote access software allows a person to work on or control computers via an Internet connection. This software makes the technology department of any business much more efficient. However, there can be security issues with the software because of the access it provides. In choosing the right vendor from which to purchase the software, you'll need to make certain that you unde...

Network Performance Monitoring Software Key Terms

Understand the meanings of network performance monitoring software key terms

By Missy Duncan

Network performance monitoring software allows you to monitor and control certain aspects of a computer network. This software provides protection for the network against Internet hazards and lets you view the network's transfer rates. Any company that uses a network can benefit from network performance monitoring software. When shopping for network performance monitoring softw...

Network Backup and Recovery Software Key Terms

Some key terms for common network backup and recovery software use

By J. Stoltzfus

These days, so much business goes on over the web and on computers that most businesses just can't afford to have their computer systems go down. You might hear someone say occasionally, "our computers are down," but there is the assumption that they will soon come back up and business will resume pretty much as usual. But that's only if network data is backed up....