Do you ever turn your computer off? |
Ask yourself this quick question: At the end of the day, do you turn your computer off or simply stand up and leave? If you were to ask this question to 10 people, you would likely not get all of them to agree on which is the best method. This is actually a common question, but one which is not as simple to answer as you might think. So, let’s take a look into whether you should shut your computer down at night or not. The first thing we should do is look at three myths that surround this topic. Myth 1 – My computer is safe from power surges if I turn it off Myth 2 – Leaving a computer on will cause it to overheat Myth 3 – Turning a computer on and off, or leaving it on will cause parts to wear out quicker The truth behind these myths shows that there will be little outright harm to your computer if you turn it off, or leave it on. But the question about which is best to do still remains. Reasons you should turn your computer off at night
Reasons you should leave your system on at night
So, which is better? If you just use the computer while you are at work, or are worried about potential security threats, then you can probably shut it down at the end of the day. That being said, if you do shut your system down, it is a good idea to run security scans on a regular basis while your system is on to ensure maximum protection. At the same time, if you leave your system on, it is a good idea to periodically reboot it so important security and program updates can be installed and your computer can be refreshed. Still not too sure what you should be doing? Why not give us a call to see how we can help keep your systems running and secure. |
SD or CF - which memory card? |
Chances are high that you have a portable device that requires a memory card. It could be a camera or even a phone with a memory card slot. While these cards are useful, they do present one problem: There’s so many different types and subtypes that it can be taxing to distinguish the difference between them and figure out which is the one you need. |
What exactly is DRaaS? |
There are many threats to the sustainability of smaller businesses. One of the biggest is a disaster, which can happen at any time or at any level of severity. In an effort to curtail the effects of a disaster, many businesses have adopted disaster recovery plans. If you have been looking into this topic recently you may have come across the term DRaaS, but do you know what it actually is? |
Apple Support gets a facelift |
Apple’s computers and devices are often heralded as some of the most robust in the industry. With a sturdy build quality and generally high quality components, they develop devices to last. However, like all tech, they will eventually have issues. When this inevitably happens, most people’s first stop is Apple’s support site. However, if you’ve ever tried to find a solution to your problem on the site, you know that it’s not always that straightforward. As a result, Apple has made some big changes by recently introducing a new site offering more user-friendly support. |
Gantt charts - useful or not? |
The project is one of the more common business processes used by companies around the globe. This process, which is different from your daily tasks and has a start and end date, can vary in complexity and length of time. One of the more important project scheduling tools is the Gantt chart which can help you stay on top of things. However, is this the best option when it comes to project management? |