Migrating to Windows 10: Should you let go of your hardwareWhile you can purchase and install Windows 10 in your existing PCs–the ones currently on Windows 7 OS–it is not recommended. According to Microsoft, Windows 10 has the following minimum requirements

Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster processor or SoC.RAM: 1 gigabyte (GB) for 32-bit or 2 GB for 64-bit.Hard disk space: 16 GB for 32-bit OS 20 GB for 64-bit OS.Graphics card: DirectX 9 or later with WDDM 1.0 driver.Display: 800x600If your existing PCs don’t meet the above requirements, it’s time to move on. The above list are minimums. The market today has PCs with better specs that will help you get the most out of Windows 10 and make the switch to the new OS more productive and efficient.

Windows 7 was one of the most loved, user-friendly and efficient versions of Windows. This switch sure won’t be easy. It also entails quite a bit of investment in terms of money, downtime and training. Reaching out to a Microsoft-licensed mana…

Windows 7 End of Life: What options do you haveAs Microsoft stops supporting Windows 7 from January 2020, what choices do you have as a Windows 7 user? While Windows 7 will work after January 2020– it won’t just “shut down”–as a business, you cannot afford to use the older version because it makes you vulnerable to security threats. That leaves you with only 2 options.

Option 1: Purchase extended support

Microsoft is offering the option to purchase extended support for Windows 7 until 2023. Though the exact price of the extended support option is not known, it is estimated to be around $350 per device for 3 years.

But, one thing for you to think about before investing in extended support for your existing Windows 7 devices is that after 3 years you will have to migrate to a newer OS no matter what. In the meantime, your newer software programs or apps may not be compatible with Windows 7.

Option 2: Ring out the old and bring in the new--UPGRADE!

If you choose not to opt for Windows 7 exte…

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Windows 7 End of Life: How does it impact youMicrosoft has officially announced the “End of Life” date for Windows 7. It will come January 14, 2020. Windows 7 was introduced in 2009 and is one of the most popular versions of Windows. It is estimated that around 40% of Windows OS is 7. So, if you are one of the Windows 7 users, read this blog to understand how this end of life announcement impacts you and what you should be doing.

End of life means, beyond January 2020, users of Windows 7 will not get any updates, security patches, or any kind of support from Microsoft. Does this mean you need to scrap all your devices that run on the Windows 7 OS? Technically, the answer is no.You can still continue to use your existing computer with Windows 7 OS, but it won’t get the free security patches and updates. This makes your computer and possibly your whole IT network vulnerable to malware and other IT security threats. Plus, as a business, running Windows 7 OS without the security patches an…

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Most people don’t realize that having a reliable cloud backup in place is not only an effective way of securing company data, but also allows for more efficient business processes. One example of this
is in the case of off-boarding an employee.

3 ways cloud backup simplifies the employee off-boarding process

1. Unlimited data retention ensures you are always protected

Cloud backups can secure your data for as long as you need it to. If you’re operating in a highly regulated industry where audits are common and you cannot afford data loss, cloud backups ensure that you can offboard employees worry-free.

2. Cloud backup conserves deleted contacts

Employees will frequently erase files, delete emails, and/or empty their recycle bins before leaving a company. In most cases, once an employee does this and leaves your company, the data is almost always irrecoverable and gone forever. Even a native Office 365 backup won’t be able to protect you in scenarios like this. Having a reliable cloud b…