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Computerware has been serving the Vienna area since 1976, providing IT Support such as technical helpdesk support, computer support, and consulting to small and medium-sized businesses.

3 Mobile Trends Your Business Could Benefit From

Friday, 25 September 2015

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If your organization hasn’t already realized that mobile devices have changed the landscape of the business environment, take a look at each and every one of your workers. How many of them utilize a smartphone or mobile device for work purposes? How do businesses handle an influx of network activity from mobile devices? How do these devices access this information? These are all questions you should be prepared to ask when considering mobile devices in the workplace.

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5 Warning Signs that Your Hard Drive is about to Crash

Friday, 28 August 2015

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It’s nerve-racking when your hard drive begins to sputter and make unpleasant noises. Computing is a stressful endeavor when it feels like a crash is imminent and you’ll unexpectedly lose all of your precious data. Thankfully, a devastating crash like this rarely happens out of the blue. Instead, a troubled hard drive will first give you warning signs that something is wrong.

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SMBs Can (and Should) Host Their Systems Off-Site

Friday, 28 August 2015

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Most small and medium-sized businesses understand the concept of IT. The past 15 years have brought about technology innovations that could only have been dreamed of in the past, and large businesses now rely on complex systems in order to ensure their business operations continue without a hitch.

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A 5-Step Checklist to Avoid Employee Sabotage

Friday, 28 August 2015

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Do you know what would happen if your business were to lose a key member of its operational personnel? In some cases, it can be heartbreaking to see a good worker leave, but sometimes the one leaving doesn’t depart under the greatest circumstances. Are you confident that any angry employees leaving your organization won’t be able to access your infrastructure?

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With Underutilized Servers Comes Underestimated Expenses

Friday, 28 August 2015

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Is your server room cluttered and full of machines that you lost count of ages ago? Have you considered that these machines might be holding your business back from reaching its maximum bottom line? Take a good, hard look at what servers are being used the most, and if any of them aren’t being utilized to the best of their abilities. By eliminating underutilized servers, you can decrease your operational and energy costs significantly.

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Use Two-Factor Authentication to Dramatically Improve Security

Saturday, 01 August 2015

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In light of the countless hacks that have been overtaking businesses all over the world, it grows increasingly apparent that passwords aren’t nearly as effective as they used to be at protecting accounts and critical information. Two-factor authentication can aid your passwords to create an incredibly efficient security solution for your accounts, credit card information, and much more.

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He Who Controls IT Costs Controls the Entire Budget

Saturday, 01 August 2015

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Every business owner has to have an idea of how money is moving in and out of their company. This is why creating a budget is an essential part of sustaining a long-term business model. Undeniably, one of the biggest expenses any company has is payroll. Many small businesses struggle with this, especially when it comes to budgeting for your IT.

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4 Ways to Do More With Your Company’s Technology

Saturday, 01 August 2015

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As a business owner, you probably have little precious time for yourself, not to mention minimal time to think about new technology initiatives. This presents a rather troubling situation. If you don’t have time to consider IT for improving operations, your business might experience growing pains. Without technology advancement, you’re holding your business back from reaching its maximum capacity.

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You’re Not Doing Yourself Any Favors Using a Legacy Phone System

Saturday, 01 August 2015

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When it comes to technology, one of the biggest pain points of the modern business is communication. Business executives want to stay connected to their office and their clients at all times in order to optimize customer support and productivity. Overall, companies are looking to get more out of their phone system, and VoIP is the answer. With many additional features and significantly lower costs, VoIP is a major contender in the modern office.

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Recover from a Data Breach Before It’s Too Late

Wednesday, 01 July 2015

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When was the last time you honestly thought about your data backup and disaster recovery solution? You might only be taking a minimalist approach due to a limited budget. It’s not that you don’t think powerful data backup and recovery solutions are valuable. If anything, you might feel that your business isn’t a big enough target to be considered by hackers. Unfortunately, it doesn’t matter how big the target; hackers are hungry for whatever they can get, including your data.

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What Would You Pay to Get Managed IT Care for Your Car?

Wednesday, 01 July 2015

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How do you approach computer maintenance? Even if you don’t understand the intricacies of computer repair, you still have to somehow maintain your equipment. For IT maintenance, outsourcing is the best way to go about it. Wouldn’t it be nice if this kind of maintenance was available for more of life’s things?

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3 Ways a Private Cloud Surpasses the Public Cloud

Wednesday, 01 July 2015

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As more businesses adopt the cloud computing platform, some are finding that they want more control over their data. By using a public cloud solution, you forego the responsibilities of hosting your own cloud in favor of a more hands-off experience. Therefore, if you want to use your own private cloud solution, you need to know what it entails and how you can best leverage its benefits to meet your business’s needs.

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4 Top-Tier Security Threats to Look Out For in 2015

Wednesday, 01 July 2015

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Compared to the hackfest that was 2014, 2015 has been relatively calm so far. However, that doesn’t mean that you should let your guard down. In fact, it’s always important to make sure that your network is in tip-top shape to prevent hacking attacks. 2015 might be halfway over, but it’s always a good time to protect your network from the threats that want to bring you down.

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Virtual Private Networks: What They Do and How They Work

Sunday, 31 May 2015

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As a business owner, you know how difficult it can be to stay connected to the office while traveling. Despite being on the road, you’re still responsible for responding to clients, employee troubles, and other important tasks that must be addressed throughout the workday. You don’t want to use public WiFi to access corporate data, so your best bet is to use a Virtual Private Network (VPN).

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3 Ways to Augment Your Password Security Practices

Sunday, 31 May 2015

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Data breaches grow ever more common, especially in the professional sector. In the wake of high-profile hack attacks like those that targeted Sony and Home Depot, businesses are finding it more important than ever to invest heavily on security procedures and practices. However, one of the consistently forgotten aspects of security best practices is the password.

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Virtual Desktops Can Consolidate and Simplify Your Infrastructure!

Sunday, 31 May 2015

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Has your organization considered using virtualization services to increase mobility and business agility? Virtualization services separate the software from the hardware it’s installed on, which allows for isolation and installment on a more flexible virtual machine. This allows each piece of software to be accessed as an individual instance. One of the most useful applications of this technology is desktop virtualization.

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Air Conditioning Technologies Can Help Your Servers Keep Their Cool

Sunday, 31 May 2015

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Despite having a variety of server hosting solutions at their fingertips, many businesses choose to host their own servers in-house. However, this comes with its drawbacks, like being responsible for operating costs and maintenance. This includes making sure that their servers don’t overheat and become inoperable. This is especially challenging during the warmer months of the year.

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78% of Phishing Scams are Hackers Impersonating IT Staff

Friday, 24 April 2015

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When it comes to protecting your business from hackers, having a strong firewall is important, but it isn’t enough to fully keep the bad guys out of your network. If they can’t hack their way through a system vulnerability, they will try another, more devious way; namely, by tricking your staff with phishing tactics.

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The Best Way to Start Working with BYOD

Friday, 24 April 2015

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Bring Your Own Device, better known as BYOD, is the act of workers using their own personal devices for work-related tasks and purposes. While many companies see BYOD as a valuable asset that can net them plenty of overtime hours, others see it as a security risk. They’re not wrong; a lax BYOD policy can be problematic if left unchecked. Therefore, knowing how to approach BYOD is the key to unlocking its true potential.

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Big Data Can Bring Big Change to Your Profits

Friday, 24 April 2015

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Big data analytics are incredibly important to the average modern business owner, especially when considering how competitive your industry is. You want to get every edge you possibly can. A good business is a growing business, and yours can’t grow without analyzing trends in your industry. This is how big data helps just about any ordinary business become extraordinary.

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