The official end-of-support date for Windows 10—October 14, 2025—will be here before you know it. This means you must prepare to transition to Windows 11 as soon as possible, assuming you haven’t already done so. Here are a few tips and best practices to keep in mind to help make this transition as smooth and […]
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As an information technology provider, we are tasked with helping your business make the best decisions possible related to your IT infrastructure. In this role, we offer a gentle recommendation that you purchase hardware you expect to need over the next year as soon as possible. If you don’t, you might be left high and
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Got a new computer for the holidays? That’s awesome! But before you get too excited, let’s talk about your old device. You can’t just toss it out—there’s a right way to get rid of it that keeps your personal info safe and the environment happy. In today’s blog, we discuss what to do with your
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Your Android device can do a lot, but you also need to ensure that the devices you use aren’t putting data or privacy at risk. Today, we want to show you how to take simple steps to control your privacy and security. Anyone with a smartphone can use these tips, too, so have at it!
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Do you have any technology-related projects that require hardware acquisition? It’s a great time to consider it now, especially considering the expected increase of computing hardware costs. Working with a project management team like North Central Technologies can take out some of the risk, responsibility, and financial burden you might have for any new hardware acquisition during
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Good communication is essential for any business. It can be as basic as having a phone line or as advanced as using tools that help your business grow. For small businesses, communication can be challenging. Limited budgets, growing teams, and the need to stay flexible often make traditional systems too expensive or outdated. That’s where
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Smart products are everywhere nowadays, ranging from video doorbells and assistants to more niche appliances… including breast pumps and floss dispensers. However, despite all of these devices being very different, most have one thing in common. It just so happens that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission is concerned about this commonality, as it’s the fact
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Imagine this: a factory floor is silent, machines are turned off, and workers stand around with nothing to do. Or think of an office where employees sit idle because the computer system is down. This is downtime—a period when a business’ operations drag to a halt. While it might not seem like a big deal
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Who handles the tech decisions for your business? If it’s you, are you sure you have all the knowledge you need to make the best choices for your company’s tech future? If not, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered with a service called a Virtual CIO.
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Keeping your smartphone safe for work is something that we all need to do. Not only do you have all of your personal data, if you use it for work, it probably has access to work emails, files, and other sensitive information, making it a target for hackers. To make sure it stays secure, here
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