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How small businesses can get started with virtual events

How small businesses can get started with virtual events

Welcome to the New Normal. Where small businesses are spending more time interacting with customers online at virtual events, rather than in person. Over the last two years, doing things digitally was, of course, an imperative. Sporting events, concerts, business…

Why fiber is the gold standard for residential properties

Why fiber is the gold standard for residential properties

Get the most out of your residential fiber investment with Quantum Fiber’s premium internet solutions. Team up with the Quantum Fiber experts to create a tailored solution for your properties and communities. Quantum Fiber(SM) Connected Communities provides customized…

The diffusion of innovation: Why tech adoption matters for business

The diffusion of innovation: Why tech adoption matters for business

For decades, technology marketers have attempted to classify consumers (and businesses) according to their desires (or abilities) to deploy new, potentially disruptive innovations. Early adopters and laggards are terms we’ve all heard. But according to research, there…

Consumer technology and the right to repair

Consumer technology and the right to repair

Right now, it’s usually easier (and often less expensive) to replace an electronic device than to repair it. Even issues that seem simple, like switching out a faulty battery, can be impossible to do. It all adds up to piles of e-waste. What’s more, consumers usually…

The future of internet speed for small businesses

The future of internet speed for small businesses

A lot has shifted for small business owners over the last few years. It wasn’t just the pandemic that shook things up—technology and how we use it also changed. Thanks to the internet, you can reach your customers in more places than ever before. It powers the…

Do behavior modification apps work?

Do behavior modification apps work?

Fabulous. Productive. Balanced. These aren’t just states of being—they’re apps. Habit tracking/building apps, to be more specific. Whatever you want to change in your life, there’s an app for that. From fitness to financial wellness to learning something new, behavior…

How AI makes tech hiring easier

How AI makes tech hiring easier

Recruiting is a hard job by any standard. Now, as droves of employees are walking away from their desks during what’s has been dubbed the “Great Resignation,” it’s even more difficult. Applying artificial intelligence (AI) to recruiting may help recruiters smooth over…

6 reasons to explore Portland gaming

6 reasons to explore Portland gaming

Portland, Oregon, is famous for many things, like its thriving music scene, cult-favorite doughnut shops, and the notoriously drizzly weather. Oh, and The Smallest Park in the World. But one little-known fact is Portland is also an excellent city for gaming. It’s not…

How to prevent company data breaches and insider threats

How to prevent company data breaches and insider threats

There’s a lot to keep track of when it comes to cybersecurity. Even small businesses need to take steps to protect themselves from data breaches, network outages, phishing, and ransomware. But evidence suggests you have as much—if not more—to worry about from a…

How WiFi works: Hardware, frequencies, and wireless standards

How WiFi works: Hardware, frequencies, and wireless standards

The term “WiFi” has become interchangeable with “the internet.” Thanks to incredible advancements in technology (like WiFi 6), it’s hard to remember when we had to use a physical cable to connect online. Most of our devices now connect seamlessly to WiFi. So, thinking…

How to secure your WiFi (and why you should)

How to secure your WiFi (and why you should)

It may feel inconvenient to have to get a password every time you want to use the WiFi at your friend’s house or at a coffee shop. But WiFi passwords are magical things. They help keep out the monsters (hackers and malware) and protect the important stuff (your…

WiFi 6: More bandwidth, faster speeds, and improved security

WiFi 6: More bandwidth, faster speeds, and improved security

New versions of the iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, or PlayStation may grab all the press, but behind the scenes, WiFi technology continues to evolve, keeping pace with updated hardware. WiFi 6 is the latest upgrade designed to meet our ever-growing digital needs. Benefits of…

6 advantages of YouTube for business

6 advantages of YouTube for business

YouTube is no longer just a place to go to for entertainment. In the last few years, it has grown into an invaluable business resource. According to a survey by Wyzowl, 84 percent of consumers say they’ve been convinced to buy a product or service by watching a video….

What is symmetrical internet?

What is symmetrical internet?

It’s probably been a hot minute since you thought about the word “symmetrical.” When was the last time you even said it? Back in geometry class? But now that your protractor and compass are fuzzy memories, you may be hearing that word in a different context: internet…

5 reasons using QR codes for business is a win

5 reasons using QR codes for business is a win

Look around next time you’re at a restaurant. There’s a growing probability that somewhere on your table will be a card, or maybe a sticker glued to the tabletop, with a QR code on it. Use your smartphone to read the code. You now have the full menu on your device—no…

What are internet speeds?

What are internet speeds?

Do you have a need for speed? If you’re into gaming, use a lot of IoT technology, or everyone in your household wants to stream a different show simultaneously, you might wonder if your internet speed is fast enough. Maybe you’re paying for 80 Mbps but…

6 reasons why fiber internet is the best internet for gaming

6 reasons why fiber internet is the best internet for gaming

Long loading times. Ping. Lag. Each word is enough to send a shiver down any gamer’s spine. For the best gaming experience, you need internet that can keep up. While there are many options for internet service, they aren’t all created equal.  So, what’s actually…

5 steps for small businesses to do BYOD security right

5 steps for small businesses to do BYOD security right

While it has long been common practice in larger enterprises, bring your own device (BYOD) culture is rapidly gaining traction in small businesses. It’s all thanks to COVID-19 work-from-home directives and the explosion of mobile apps used in business. BYOD is…

Phishing vs. spear phishing: what’s the difference?

Phishing vs. spear phishing: what’s the difference?

Cybercriminals, hackers, and scammers always look for new and inventive ways to steal your private data and personal identity. A common tactic involves reeling in unsuspecting victims through email or text messaging. The ruse may involve a large group of people or…