How Does an SSD (Solid-State Drive) Work?
A solid-state drive (SSD) is a data storage device known for its speed, reliability, and efficiency. Unlike HDDs that use spinning disks, SSDs rely on flash memory chips to store data. This key difference results in faster performance and enhanced durability.
What Data Storage is Best for You?
With the always evolving cyberthreat landscape and increase in cyber attacks, how we store our data has evolved dramatically. Thanks to the rise of cloud computing, we now have multiple options for data storage. But now begs the question, what is the difference between cloud data storage and locally stored data.
Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop - What is the Difference?
Over the past couple of years, working from home has become incredibly important. In the past, everyone worked in the office, so that's where all the data lived. But now, with the big push for remote work and downsizing office space, how do we give people access to the data they need?
Short Message Service (SMS) Explained
In our fast-paced, digitally driven world, communication technologies play a crucial role in connecting people and businesses. One of the most enduring and widely used communication methods is SMS, or Short Message Service. But what exactly is SMS, and why has it remained relevant in the age of smartphones and instant messaging apps?
Key Features of Extensible Markup Language (XML)
Data exchange is a crucial aspect of communication between systems, applications, and organizations. One of the most fundamental technologies enabling this exchange is Extensible Markup Language, commonly known as XML. But what exactly is XML, and why is it so important?
How Does Simplex-IT’s Windows Patching Work?
If you've been an IT client of ours for a while, you've probably asked yourself, "how does our windows patching work? There have been some questions about Windows Patching, especially about that little popup that shows up on your screen. Here’s the deal.
Are Your Employees Losing You Money Because They Can’t Use Tech?
Shiny new tech can be exciting! It promises increased efficiency, happier employees, and a competitive edge. But that promise can turn into a financial nightmare if you neglect employee training and change management. When employees have trouble using their business tools, productivity drops. Mistakes can be made, and customer service can fall.
Do You Have a High Availability (HA) Solution?
In today's digital world, smooth IT operations are crucial for businesses, but interruptions can pose challenges. High Availability (HA) addresses this by ensuring IT systems operate continuously and reliably, even during failures or heavy usage.
How to Leverage Microsoft 365 Copilot for Your Small Business
Microsoft has expanded the availability of one of its most dynamic tools to SMBs. A tool that can be a real game-changer for growth. Copilot for Microsoft 365 is a powerful new addition to the M365 suite. It was first offered to enterprise customers only. But Copilot is now open to businesses of all sizes as long as they have Microsoft 365 Business Standard or Business Premium.
How to Take Advantage of Microsoft Copilot’s New AI Innovations
Microsoft 365 has been adding some amazing AI innovations. They sit inside tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and more. These smart Copilot features can enhance your experience and boost productivity. Copilot is designed to be your virtual collaborator.
How Does The Internet Of Things (IoT) Work?
Your business is a complex ecosystem where different devices, machines, and systems interact to perform various tasks. Now, think about connecting all these devices to the internet, allowing them to communicate, collect data, and make decisions autonomously. That's essentially what the Internet of Things (IoT) is all about.
What Is The Browser Cache And What Does It Do?
Think of the browser cache as a temporary memory storage system. When you visit a website for the first time, your browser downloads all the necessary files needed to display the webpage properly. These files can include HTML documents, images, CSS stylesheets, JavaScript files, and more.
What Makes a Smart City Smart?
A smart city is a city that uses technology and data to improve the lives of its residents and make urban living more efficient, sustainable, and enjoyable. But what makes the city "smart?" and while technology improvements offer many benefits, what are the potential issues if safety measures aren't in place?
What Should You Do About Ransomware?
Ransomware is a type of malware that hackers use to encrypt your files or lock you out of your own computer or device. Once your files are encrypted or your device is locked, the cybercriminals demand a ransom payment from you, usually in cryptocurrency like Bitcoin, in exchange for the key or code to unlock your files or device.
Innovation Debt Explained
Innovation debt, also known as technical debt, is a term used to describe the costs that companies and organizations incur when they delay investing in new technologies or ideas that can help them remain competitive. This debt usually follows under a CFOs area of focus.
3G, 4G, 5G - What Is The Difference?
What is the difference between 3G, 4G, 5G? Let's break down the differences between 3G, 4G, and 5G in a simple way, without getting too technical. 3G was the third generation of mobile networks, providing faster data transfer speeds compared to its predecessor, 2G.
Do You Have a SPOF Potential Risk?
A Single Point of Failure is a potential risk caused by a flaw in the design, implementation, or configuration of a system. It’s the one fault that can shut down an entire system. This could be in your cybersecurity, networking, and similar aspects.
What Does An Operating System Do?
An operating system is like the brain of your computer. It's a set of software that acts as an intermediary between you (the user) and the computer hardware (the physical components like the processor, memory, storage, etc.). There are 6 different parts of an operating system, let's break it down.
What is RAM and How Does it Work?
RAM stands for Random Access Memory, and it's a type of computer memory that is used to store data that is actively being used and processed by the computer. Unlike storage devices such as hard drives or SSDs, RAM is volatile memory, meaning it loses its contents when the power is turned off.
VR, AR, and MR…What Are They?
In recent years, technology has rapidly changed the way we interact with the digital world. There are two terms that have been used over the past few years that may sound familiar. VR, Virtual Reality, and AR, or Augmented Reality. One you probably haven’t heard of as much is MR, or Mixed Reality.