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Latest Small Business Technology Tips, Trends and Advice

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Best Uses for Tablets at Your Restaurant
By Sean Peek | November 01, 2023

Tablets make it easier for customers to order tableside and pay their bills quickly. Learn more about how your restaurant can use tablets.

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Why You Need an Acceptable Use Policy and How to Create One
By Andrew Martins | November 01, 2023

An acceptable use policy governs employee computer and internet use in the workplace. Learn what to include and how to create one.

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How to Set up Business Wi-Fi
By Mark Fairlie | October 31, 2023

Business Wi-Fi boosts security and productivity. Learn everything you need to set up a secure business Wi-Fi connection for your employees and customers.

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What Is Point-to-Point Wireless?
By Mark Fairlie | October 31, 2023

Businesses with multiple sites may benefit from a point-to-point wireless network. Learn how P2P internet works and how it boosts security and saves money.

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Purchasing a Copier? Here’s What You Need to Know
By Chad Brooks | October 30, 2023

Even with a reduction in workplace paper usage, office copiers are an essential operational tool. Learn the features and costs of top copiers.

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E-Commerce Website Security: 5 Best Practices to Protect Your Online Store
By Jack dsons | October 30, 2023

A secure platform is the foundation to protect your online store. Here are some security tips to keep your e-commerce site safe from fraud and hackers.

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Document Tracking Services 101
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 30, 2023

A document tracking system automates the process of accessing, searching and editing documents and enables you to control who views or edits a document.

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How to Create a Paperless Office
By Sean Peek | October 30, 2023

Paperless office solutions reduce clutter, improve organization and streamline reporting. Here's how to create a paperless office.

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5 Best Construction Estimating Tools
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | October 30, 2023

Accurate estimates are key to your construction business's success. Learn about the top five construction estimating software tools.

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How the Cloud Can Help Grow Your Business
By Mark Fairlie | October 30, 2023

The cloud can help your business grow. Learn what the cloud is, the benefits of cloud services and software, and how much cloud services cost.

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Cloud Encryption: Using Data Encryption in the Cloud
By Mark Fairlie | October 30, 2023

Find out everything you need to know about cloud encryption, encryption keys and best practices to protect your data.

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How to Build an Online Business, According to ChatGPT
By Mike Berner | October 30, 2023

ChatGPT helped us to brainstorm ideas for an online business and develop a marketing plan.

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Microsoft Azure vs. Amazon Web Services: Cloud Comparison
By Mark Fairlie | October 30, 2023

Learn everything you need to know about two of the leading cloud-based infrastructure as a service providers, including how features compare.

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8 Ways Cloud Computing Can Increase Productivity and Profits
By Sean Peek | October 30, 2023

Cloud computing can increase your productivity and profits. Find out what exactly cloud computing is, along with its benefits and costs.

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15 Top POS System Features
By Sean Peek | October 25, 2023

The best POS system will vary based on your needs and the customer experience you want to provide. Here are 15 important features to look for.

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8 Ways In-Store Tablets Improve the Customer Experience
By Skye Schooley | October 16, 2023

Find out how in-store tablets make life better for employees and customers.

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Business Scams 101: Common Schemes and How to Avoid Them
By Chad Brooks | October 10, 2023
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Article
Where Did All the Truck Drivers Go?
By Carolyn Neuhausen | October 03, 2023

Is the profession running out of gas?

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The Post-Unicorn World: What Comes After Tech’s Burst Bubble?
By Dan Ketchum | October 03, 2023

How unicorns lost their magic.

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Article
Nintendo Was Making Games in 1889
By Dan Ketchum | October 03, 2023

(Just without video.)

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Dumb Phones Are Cool Again — But Can You Run a Business With One? (Full Q&A)
By Dan Ketchum | October 03, 2023

An interview with Will Stults of dumbwireless.

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Article
AI’s New Legal Frontier: Copyright Law Enters the Twilight Zone
By Daniel Thomas | October 03, 2023

Learn more about how to handle AI copyright infringement.

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Shopify POS Review and Pricing
By Lori Fairbanks | September 14, 2023

Businesses using the Shopify platform to sell products online can use Shopify Payments to accept credit and debit card payments. You can also use the service to accept payments via social media...

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AdvancedMD Medical Billing Software Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | September 14, 2023

The AdvancedMD medical billing service takes care of your billing process alongside its full-featured PM and EHR software.

Review
Veriato Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2023

Veriato Cerebral combines a full slate of the most important employee monitoring features with a relatively intuitive user interface that is easy to learn and quick to navigate.

Review
Teramind Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2023

Teramind offers a comprehensive and powerful solution for tracking employee activity and managing company policies.

Review
SentryPC Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2023

SentryPC's employee monitoring software blends a competitive price and effective features to produce a great solution for very small businesses.

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InterGuard Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2023

InterGuard gives you a clear, comprehensive view of what your employees are doing while they're on the clock, plus it provides tools to increase productivity.

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ActivTrak Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2023

ActivTrak from Birch Grove Software is an affordable employee monitoring solution that includes a free version suitable for small businesses with just a few users. It is our best pick for free...

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TeamViewer Remote PC Access Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2023

TeamViewer is an easy-to-use remote PC access solution that offers a long list of features and security protocols so your remote interactions are efficient and safe.