MTG’s IT Blog

Here’s how you can lock your Mac

November 4th, 2019

Your Mac holds plenty of important files that you simply cannot risk losing or exposing to unauthorized parties. One of the best ways to protect your computer and all the data it contains is to lock it with a password when it’s not in use.
It’s not enough to log off your Mac
Some people “lock” their Mac computer by logging off or shutting down the device.

BYOD and CYOD: What’s the difference?

October 31st, 2019

Many of us are comfortable using computers and devices we're familiar with. This is the reason companies are now offering their employees a bring your own device (BYOD) option. However, there's a new concept that is also starting to catch on: choose your own device (CYOD).

Below is a brief overview of BYOD and CYOD.
BYOD
This policy allows employees to bring their own devices to the office and use them for work-related tasks.

What you need to know about your VoIP’s QoS

October 30th, 2019

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)  has become a popular communications solution for small- and medium-sized businesses. There are so many providers and services to choose from, but how do you pick the right one? One crucial factor you should look into is a vendor’s Quality of Service, or QoS.
What is QoS?
VoIP providers and IT experts define “Quality of Service” as the overall performance of a VoIP system or network.

Office 365 Groups: Your apps under one roof

October 29th, 2019

People often have dozens of tabs open in their web browsers to access services that help them with work or catch up on social media. As a result, it’s difficult to keep track of all of them and get the information you need. Office 365 Groups solves this problem with Connectors, a new feature that lets you connect to third-party applications within the Outlook page.

Browser security for business data

October 28th, 2019

The internet isn’t for the naive. It’s a wild place populated by dangerous creatures like malware, scams, and hackers. And as any business owner today would know, data is everything. If you or your employees browse the net unprotected, this valuable resource is threatened by cyberattacks.

How business continuity plans fail

October 25th, 2019

In the event of a disaster, businesses must make sure their servers and data are safe. But simply backing up your data doesn’t guarantee business continuity. Here are the mistakes that companies should avoid when preparing for the worst-case scenario.

Backup challenges in data virtualization

October 21st, 2019

Despite having many advantages over conventional data storage, data virtualization still needs backup, an essential security measure to protect data. Here are some common challenges you need to overcome to successfully back up your virtualized data.

Data virtualization involves taking all enterprise data stored in different local computers or systems, and moving them to a virtual server for centralized management and for on-demand delivery to business users.

Ways to secure your Apple devices

October 17th, 2019

It is widely believed that Apple computers and devices are highly secure and can't be touched by malware and viruses. While there are fewer security threats to Macs, iPhones, and other Apple gadgets compared to Windows and Android machines, Apple devices are also vulnerable.

Choose the right computer for your company

October 16th, 2019

Global commerce has opened a whole new world for owners of small- to mid-sized businesses (SMBs). It has never been easier to find customers for your products or services. But you still need the right tools to succeed. One such important tool is the computer.