Outlook update enhances user experience

October 31st, 2016

As far as communication goes, there are numerous factors to consider, especially when that communication is done online rather than in person. Since its inception, Microsoft Outlook has always been an excellent communication tool. And now, with its recent update, it can do an even better job at helping people communicate with one another quickly and easily.

Virtualization containers 101

October 26th, 2016

There is a trend toward the use of ‘containers’ as a virtualization strategy within the IT world. And it's one that seems to be gaining popularity. Virtual containers work in similar fashion to shipping containers, which have made transport of bulky goods uncomplicated and uniform.

2 types of identity verification, explained

October 25th, 2016

Cyber security is becoming more and more important in an increasingly digital age. While many people and businesses know how important their online security is, they may not know what types of online security are best, nor the differences between the most commonly available options.

Denial of service attacks on VoIP systems

October 24th, 2016

When most of us think of cyberattacks, we think of viruses, trojans, and ransomware. Unfortunately, those aren’t the only types of attacks you need to be on the lookout for. Companies that utilize Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) systems are also vulnerable to another type of attack.

Capabilities of Google WiFi

October 21st, 2016

In today's world, WiFi has become a necessity both at work and at home. People across the world use it to learn, work online, communicate through social media, stream videos, and more. But we all know that the internet can sometimes be uncooperative.

How Apple plans to improve cloud services

October 20th, 2016

Apple is planning to improve its cloud services by bringing together its various teams who work on projects like iCloud, Siri, Apple Maps, Apple Pay, Apple Music and Apple News into one campus. The involved personnel are expected to relocate to the current company's Infinite Loop campus in Cupertino, California, rather than to the second location that is under construction.

How web monitoring increases productivity

October 19th, 2016

The internet is undoubtedly one of the most powerful tools for improving business productivity. But it’s also a magnet for procrastination. With unfettered access to the internet, it’s easy to stray away from your important work responsibilities.

Why you should line up for an iPhone 7

October 18th, 2016

Apple recently introduced iPhone 7 to the market, and the smartphone experience is expected to improve yet again. The phone intensely focuses on the most crucial features that iPhone users deem important, and it looks every bit as prevailing as its predecessors.

New ‘intelligent’ features coming to O365

October 14th, 2016

Every day we see more and more machine learning making its way into our lives. From phones and watches to computers and laptops, it's hard to do anything in the world today without interacting with ‘intelligent’ computers. Well, Office 365 has taken things to a new level, and will be getting more than a few of these features in the near future.

Microsoft Edge browser becomes more secure

October 11th, 2016

Microsoft’s Edge browser has enhanced its security features with new virtualization protocols. By running the browser inside a virtual container, it keeps web content totally separate from the Edge browser and your hard drive. Although it's a much smaller scale than what we are used to seeing out of Microsoft’s virtualization strategies, this is a gigantic boost to Windows’s native internet browser.