Archive for June 2017
Microsoft Stream Goes Global
Here is a breakdown of the new video service called Microsoft Stream. It has a lot of potential as a video streaming service for businesses. The role of video in the modern world of business cannot be ignored. In most modern workplaces, video allows for the efficient sharing of information and the training and educating…
Read MoreBREAKING NEWS – New Worldwide Ransomware Outbreak Reported
Reports have begun to pour in regarding a new ransomware infection currently wreaking havoc in Russia, Ukraine, France, Spain, and several other countries. This highly sophisticated Russian strain is known as Petya or Petrwrap, and it has been advancing on a scale comparable to the recent WannaCry ransomware infection. However, unlike WannaCry, this strain lacks…
Read MoreBoston IT Services Company Cracks Global IT Services Provider Rankings
Spade Technology Proud to Be Featured on Global List of Top Technology Companies The team of Boston IT services experts at Spade Technology is thrilled to announce that they have been named to Penton Technology’s 2017 MSPmentor 501 Global Edition at a global ranking of 262! The MSPmentor 501 Global Edition is a distinguished list and…
Read MoreMicrosoft’s Advice on How Business IT Professionals Can Disable SMB 1 Insecurities
This white paper details what additional steps IT pros need to take to safeguard their networks and systems and why they should leave the newer versions of SMBs alone. With the recent appearance of the “WannaCry” ransomware cyber attacks, the vulnerability of the 30-year old SMB1 protocol was finally laid bare. Through the use…
Read MoreDriverless Cars– Utopian Dream or Dystopian Nightmare?
For many people, the vision of a world of driverless cars represents a commuter’s utopia, and for good reason. Commuting is costly, not only in terms of time and money but in terms of stress-related illnesses. Despite the fact that people have adapted to hurtling through space at 70 miles per hour while avoiding a…
Read MoreHappy Superman Day Everyone!
Superman Day Is a Perfect Time To Start Your Journey To Becoming Your Own Information Technology Superhero You don’t have to rely on an outside savior to fix your IT emergencies. Prepare your organization for contingencies with these helpful IT security tips. Duck into a phone booth (if you can find one!) and don your cape…
Read More13 Tips for Keeping Your Computer in Tip-Top Shape
Let’s examine some of the most likely computer issues and quick tips for combatting these problems. I sure do love it when my computer bogs down and slows my workflow, so I can’t meet my deadlines… said no one ever. I mean, honestly, is there a time when we’re not looking for more speed, efficiency,…
Read MoreCelebrate Candy Month by Sweetening the Deal for Customers Through Advanced IT Services
Give your customers something sweet – and update your IT services! Since June is the official National Candy Month, we are going to spend some time talking about sweet things – and we’re going to start by talking about how to sweeten the buying experiences for your customers via IT services. Many companies assume –…
Read MoreFive Sweet Moments in Tech History
Marshmallow operating systems, candy-colored computers, and other sweet innovations for national candy month. June is national candy month, and to celebrate, we’ve decided to share some of the sweetest moments in candy-related IT history. Each of these cultural tidbits is paired with a little lesson or a few tips on how to integrate the sweetness…
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