Calgary IT Consulting Blog
Welcome to the Big Easy
Sooner or later every small-business owner has to upgrade his company’s software. No matter how well the old software seems to be doing, at some point, it will start to fail or fail to support newer technology. That time may be now for some. Others may simply prefer to stay current with new software and…
Microsoft Introduces ReFS for Windows 8 Server
For those who are following the developments of Microsoft Windows 8, another feature has been introduced: the Resilient File System (ReFS). According to Microsoft, despite being server only, clients will be able to access ReFS stored data. The new system has an NTFS base with new architecture and engineering that will accommodate 21st century “storage technologies…
How to Create an Effective E-Newsletter Campaign
E-newsletters are a great way to keep clients and prospective clients informed about your business and the products or services it offers. If you’re going to embark on an e-newsletter campaign, you will, of course, want it to be effective. The first step toward an effective e-newsletter campaign is identifying your target audience. What kind…
More Windows 8 Features Worth Getting Excited About
You don’t have to be computer savvy to appreciate Windows 8 and all it has to offer, although it certainly helps if you are. Microsoft has, in fact, included some features that are tailored to home users. Features like the Metro interface, the touch screen and the app store have been discussed and discussed some…
Canadians’ Right to Privacy Comes Under Attack
Canada has definitely been hanging around the US too long. The nation’s Conservative government has a new bill insidiously called the Protecting Children from Internet Predators Act that would allow authorities to monitor the telephone and Internet habits of all Canadian citizens. The US Patriot Act justifies using things like roving wiretaps, to which President…
Microsoft Moves to Eliminate Threats
On February 14, 2012, Microsoft published two security bulletins, which you can read here and here, about vulnerabilities in several of its software products such as Windows XP Service Pack 3, Windows Vista Service Pack 2 and Windows 7 for x64-based systems and Windows 7 for x64-based systems Service Pack 1, all of which received…
Small Businesses Benefit From Managed Services
The economy is showing signs of recovery; however, many businesses are still reeling from the effects of the recession. From start-ups to multi-billion dollar businesses, everyone is looking for ways to cut costs while turning a profit. In fact, many companies are just trying to keep things in the black, however that does not eliminate…