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Stay up to speed with the latest technology for business. Learn about the software and security tools that can streamline and secure your business functions.

Latest Small Business Technology Tips, Trends and Advice

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How Dual Monitors Can Save You Time and Money
By Jennifer Post | February 21, 2023

With a dual-monitor workspace, you can boost your productivity and accomplish tasks in less time. Learn how to add a second monitor.

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Photoshop Reigns Supreme: How the Software Has Maintained Market Dominance
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Photoshop remains supreme among editing software for photos, graphics and videos. Here's how and why to use Photoshop for your business.

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Beacons Are Beckoning: How Mobile Technology Is Changing Retail
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023

Retailers of all sizes are adjusting to technology trends. See how mobile tech is changing the in-store experience and how to use it in your business.

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Data Delirium: Why and How You Should Embrace Big Data
By Mark Fairlie | February 21, 2023

Your SMB may have survived without big data. However, big data isn't just about big business anymore. Learn how to use big data to grow sales and profits.

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Restaurant Receipt Printers: Thermal vs. Impact
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Both thermal and impact receipt printers do the same job but are suited to different locations.

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The Benefits of Restaurant iPad POS Systems
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2023

POS systems can provide a lot of value to your restaurant. Learn more about how this technology can boost your profits.

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Buying a Retail POS System? Here’s How to Choose the Right One
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

When you're buying a retail POS system, keep in mind some must-have features and benefits. Learn how to choose the right POS system for your business.

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How to Protect Your Business From a Data Breach
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Data thieves have more opportunities than ever to steal from your company. Follow these security measures to protect your information.

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The 5 Best Communication Tools for Businesses of Any Size
By Jamie Johnson | February 21, 2023

Whether you're a small company or an enterprise-level business, these five communication tech tools will keep your team engaged and connected.

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5 Best Construction Estimating Tools
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | February 21, 2023

Accurate estimates are key to your construction business's success. Learn about the top five construction estimating software tools.

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9 Security Practices to Protect Your Business’s Sensitive Information
By Max Freedman | February 21, 2023

You have a responsibility to your customers and your business to keep all sensitive data secure. Here are seven best practices to secure your information.

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15 Essential POS System Features for Your Retail Business
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

Before you buy a POS system for your business, learn 15 essential features to improve the customer experience and streamline your operations.

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Committing to Eco-Friendly Packaging Practices Can Save Your Company Money
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

Using eco-friendly packaging can cut costs, reduce waste and help your business be viewed as Earth-friendly. Learn about going green in your business.

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Has Your Company Secured These Overlooked Attack Vectors?
By Mark Fairlie | February 21, 2023

Cyberhackers find inventive ways to steal data from companies regularly. Have you protected your business against these three vulnerabilities?

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How Companies Are Detecting Spear Phishing Attacks Using Machine Learning
By Andrew Goldberg | February 21, 2023

As phishing emails become more sophisticated, companies are turning to machine learning to root out these cyberattacks.

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Confessions of an Entrepreneur: Technology Leads to New Opportunities
By Jamie Johnson | February 21, 2023

Technology plays a huge role in the success of your business. Learn more about how.

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Top 5 Virtual Reality Business Use Cases
By Kimberlee Leonard | February 21, 2023

Interest in virtual reality business ventures is high. Learn about five virtual reality use cases and the pros and cons of virtual reality in business.

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Use PowerShell to Make WSUS Suck Less
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2023

Windows Software Update Services can use PowerShell to work with servers and Windows clients.

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Understanding Functions in PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2023

Instead of copying and pasting the same code over and over again, create a PowerShell function.

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How and When to Create and Use PowerShell Modules
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2023

PowerShell modules allow you to combine multiple scripts to simplify code management, accessibility and sharing.

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Managing Files over SFTP with PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2023

Although native support for Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) is not in PowerShell, by using a free module, we can retrieve, delete and add new files.

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How to Remotely Invoke Applications with PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2023

Not all applications are created with remote execution in mind. PowerShell provides several ways to invoke applications on remote computers.

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How to Create a Web Scraping Tool in PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2023

Have you ever had the need to gather up all of the information from a web page? Here's how to write a tool in PowerShell that will do that for you.

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How To Build An Interactive Menu Inside Of A PowerShell Script
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2023

Learn how to design and build your own interactive menus inside of your PowerShell scripts to help non-PowerShell users more easily navigate and use them.

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How to Manage File System ACLs with PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2023

Adjusting permissions on thousands of folders and files can be time consuming -- unless you use PowerShell to automate it.

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How To Manage User Profiles With PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2023

Managing Windows user profiles can be time consuming and tedious. Here are some tips on how to leverage PowerShell.

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How To Sync Folders With PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2023

Although there is software that will sync files and folders for you, even paid software can be limiting. A good PowerShell script can help.

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How To Manage IIS Application Pools With PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2023

Where do you turn when you're managing an IIS web server farm with potentially dozens or hundreds of app pools? PowerShell, of course.

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How to Block Websites From Employee Use
By Stella Morrison | February 21, 2023

This guide explains how to block and filter websites to restrict employee access to certain content on the company network.

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How to Install Windows Patches With PowerShell for Free
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2023

Microsoft's PowerShell is a free tool that you can use to run your Windows PC installs, but it requires that you learn a few things.