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Accessible technology transforms lives

From artificial intelligence to virtual reality, technology is reinventing the digital world and our relationship with it. Digital devices make life convenient and comfortable. They can also transform the lives of people with disabilities—fueling the...

How to prevent phishing

Guide to phishing prevention

Have you ever received an email asking you to click on an unsolicited link? The sender may disguise themselves as a friend, a family member, or even a company you’ve dealt with in the past....

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Virtual reality for mental health

Virtual reality has recreated the video game experience. Thanks to VR headsets and super-fast internet, players can fully immerse themselves in the world of their game. But the potential of VR lies far beyond the...

Man uses cybersecurity tips when working from home

7 cybersecurity tips for working from home

In recent years, working from home has exploded in popularity. In fact, according to Pew Research, 59% of employees believe their job can be done from the comfort of home “all or most of the...

People using video game therapy.

Is video game therapy the future of health care?

Video games spark our imagination and let us blow off steam. They help us relax at the end of a long day and escape from the stresses of life. But there is something else that...

How to remove malware from a laptop

Why you should check for malware and how to get rid of it

Malware is an umbrella term for any malicious software, like viruses, that can damage or destroy your computer, files, or even networks. If your computer becomes infected, malware can access your personal information, financial data,...

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Phone security tips to prevent your cellphone from being hacked

Smart phones and other mobile devices have opened the world to us all. And while having a wealth of information at your fingertips makes navigating a new city or sending a quick email convenient and...

What impacts internet speed?

What impacts internet speed

In the above video, we’ll review some of the factors that impact internet speed and what you can do about it. Need to check your speed? Run an internet speed test with our free tool. It...

A technician installing a fiber optic cable

5 reasons to upgrade your network interface device

Let’s face it. The internet isn’t going anywhere. People rely on their home connection now more than ever. You might work from home, shop online, or use smart devices to run your household. But poor...

Staying safe online at college

What is a wireless mesh network?

A wireless mesh network is a Wi-Fi system where multiple pieces of equipment work together to provide coverage throughout your entire home or business. Instead of relying on a single router, a mesh network uses...

Why you need IP protection for your small business.

Why you need IP protection for your small business

You might have thought that protecting intellectual property (IP) was just important to big companies. That’s a fallacy. IP protection for small businesses is a big concern. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, in...

A small business owner getting started with identity and access management

How to get started with identity and access management for your small business

No matter how small your business, you probably have issues (whether you know it or not) related to user identity and access management (IAM). Sometimes overlooked, IAM for small businesses can be just as vital...

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...

Why fiber is the gold standard

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...

Small business owner checks transactions over the phone on his e-commerce account in case of fraud.

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,...

A repairman fixes a piece of consumer technology.

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...

Small business owner works on a computer during a meeting with her staff.

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...

A young personal assistant takes notes during a meeting.

Virtual personal assistants: 8 reasons why they make small businesses smarter and faster

When we think of a personal assistant, we often imagine someone who works with a powerful executive. Maybe they're too busy to type their own emails or to make their own phone calls. Or perhaps...

A man goes through a AI video interview.

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)...

Landscape photo of Portland, Oregon.

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...