In This Issue

Don't Stoke the Flames - Build a Firewall

XP Support is Down, but Not Out

Enjoy the Party - Let the Hosts Do the Hard Work for You!

Desktop Virtualization - Is it Worth it?

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Tech Quote!

"Technology is a word that describes something that doesn't work yet."

- Douglas Adams

Don't Stoke the Flames - Build a Firewall

It's no secret that the Internet is full of dangerous activity. Too many people think their networks are safe without any kind of protection. We don't mean to say that the Internet isn't safe, but that it's only as safe as you make it for yourself. In order to keep your small business safe, you should implement protective software, like a firewall.

XP Support is Down, but Not Out

The news that Microsoft no longer supports Windows XP, one of its most successful operating systems, was a great blow to many who loved the software. The greatest blow, however, will likely prove to be hackers, who will be able to break into the system now that Microsoft is not providing security patches.

Enjoy the Party - Let the Hosts Do the Hard Work for You!

Hosting the party isn't for everyone; it's a matter of space, cost, and responsibility. You could be the life of the party, but nobody would know because you're so busy making sure that everything is set and ready to rumble. Wouldn't it be easier if you could just hire someone to take care of all the little details for you, so you could enjoy the fruits of your labor?

Desktop Virtualization - Is it Worth it?

The world is slowly being overrun by machinery, and we are finding new uses for it every day. While not an entirely new subject, desktop virtualization is something that has become increasingly popular over the past few years, and it's easy to see why. Instead of keeping your desktop in a physical form, it's becoming more reliable to keep it digitally tucked away, safe and sound.