The evolution of computer hardware has been amazing. Just as amazing is how little many of the computer users of today know much about that evolution. Size of Computers – Main Frame Computers For the first twenty years, all computers were the mainframe type. The computer had to be in an air conditioned room that… Continue reading The Evolution of Computer Hardware
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4 Hidden Benefits Of Colocation
There are a handful of well-known advantages to Colocation. They include improved infrastructure, maximum security, and increased reliability. Along with the commonly referred to benefits, there are a number of hidden (but obvious) benefits of colocation as well. Colocation Allows Businesses to Focus on their Strengths Unless a business is in the IT field, there… Continue reading 4 Hidden Benefits Of Colocation
EBay Alternatives You've Never Heard Of
If you’ve been on eBay lately, you’ll notice it’s not what it used to be. Once, it was fun; the world’s biggest yard sale. However since that time, eBay has alienated small sellers in favor of large corporations. It’s almost impossible to be a small seller these days on eBay and that left a huge… Continue reading EBay Alternatives You've Never Heard Of
Data Centers That Utilize Creativity And New Architecture
Data Centers that Utilize Creativity and New Architecture You may be shocked to know that there is more to data center design than just where to put all the humming machines and wires. They truly can be a thing of beauty utilizing some of the most modern and beautiful architecture in the world. Large corporations… Continue reading Data Centers That Utilize Creativity And New Architecture
Australian Airline Dumps BlackBerry For Apple
Australia’s flagship airline, Qantas, officially announced it will replace 1,300 BlackBerry smartphones used by employees with iPhones. The company also made it clear it will fully switch to Apple handsets and services as soon as possible… This is a major blow to RIM as the company is already drowning in financial losses, and criticism, over… Continue reading Australian Airline Dumps BlackBerry For Apple
The Pros and Cons of VoIP Phones
Voice over IP (otherwise known as VoIP) phone systems allows two parties to make calls through an IP network, rather than a traditional PSTN system. A quickly growing technology, small businesses and large corporations are quickly realizing the benefits of this phone system and taking advantage of the savings, portability, and flexibility. But like any… Continue reading The Pros and Cons of VoIP Phones
Moving to the Clouds – 5 Cloud Based Tools for Small Businesses
Unless you’ve been conducting your business from under a rock, you’ll be aware that these days most businesses are looking to move their software and their storage to the cloud as a way of improving productivity, saving money and streamlining their operations. Using cloud-based services it is now possible to have all of your files,… Continue reading Moving to the Clouds – 5 Cloud Based Tools for Small Businesses