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Managed ITEnhance Your SMB Backup Strategy With Data Deduplication
Download our eBook to learn how effective data deduplication policies save storage space and enable faster recovery after a data-loss incident. Deduplication Reduces Storage Requirements & Network Loads. Storage capacity for most SMBs is limited. However, the amount of data generated, transferred and stored is steadily growing in size and unnecessary duplicates. While the 3-2-1 Golden Rule of Backup dictates that you need to have at least three copies of data on two different media types and one copy stored off-site, anything beyond that might be costing you more than you realize.
September 7, 2021 1 min -
Managed ITRecovery Assurance (RA): Is Your Business Data 100% Recoverable?
Ever since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the concept of Disaster Recovery (DR) has received unprecedented attention. Most businesses have realized the importance of bouncing back quickly from a disruptive event. In 2020, about 80% of SMBs reported having a recovery plan in place, but are you sure your business’ data is 100% recoverable?
August 27, 2021 3 min -
Managed ITBusiness Impact Analysis Sets the Foundation for Resiliency and Continuity
Download our white paper to learn how to leverage Business Impact Analysis (BIA) to avert potential disasters.
August 4, 2021 1 min -
Managed ITWhat Is Co-Managed IT? Is It Right For You?
When it comes to IT solutions, most businesses rely on one of three options. They have a dedicated in-house IT employee or team, an outsourced managed services provider (MSP) or nothing at all. There is, however, a fourth option: co-managed IT.
April 1, 2021 4 min -
Managed IT3 Questions You Should Ask Any IT "Expert" Before Letting Them Touch Your Computer Network
There are seemingly countless IT service providers to choose from these days, and it can be challenging to tell one from another. However, not all IT service providers are created equal. Some offer independent services, while others are part of larger firms. Some are new to the field, while others have been around for years. There are also companies that put out slick marketing to grab your attention but make it hard to tell if they really live up to the hype.
March 1, 2021 4 min -
Managed ITFinally Shed The Old This Year – It’s Costing You Much More Than You Think
When was the last time you updated your technology? Between your hardware and software, if you are still doing business on older technology, you could be putting yourself at risk, and it could end up costing you big. As we begin a new year, it’s time to take a close look at the tech you rely on every day.
January 1, 2021 3 min -
Managed ITMaking This One Mistake With Your Computer Network Could Put You Out Of Business
How do you handle network issues? If you’re like most small businesses, you wait until something breaks or goes wrong before getting an IT services company on the phone. At a glance, it makes sense. Why pay to fix something if it isn’t broken?
November 1, 2020 3 min -
Managed ITWhy Use A Local Backup?
Why Is Onsite Backup Important The primary advantage to a Local ONSITE backup server is SPEED. Today's networks operate at gigabit speeds, which are lighting fast compared to the speed of your internet connection. As such, doing things such as bare-metal-restores or large file backups can be expedited by running over your local network vs. your internet connection.
April 28, 2020 1 min -
Managed ITWhat Is A Complete Backup Solution?
A complete backup solution consists of two key components:
April 15, 2020 1 min -
Managed ITDon’t Let Your IT Company Make This One Mistake With Your Computer Network
Your IT services company is one quick phone call away. This is true of a lot of businesses that outsource their IT needs through an IT services provider.
November 1, 2019 3 min -
Managed IT16 Critical Questions You MUST Ask Before Hiring Any IT Company
This free report will explain in simple, non-technical terms what you need to look for when outsourcing your IT support, as well as cost-saving strategies, insider tips and16 revealing questions you MUST ask any computer consultant before giving him access to your computer network. If your current guy can't answer a confident"Yes" to all 16, it might be time to look for someone else.
October 29, 2019 7 min -
Managed ITAre YOU Prepared For The End Of Windows 7?
If you’re one of the estimated 40%+ of businesses still on the outdated Windows 7 platform, consider this your wake-up call: time is nearly up for your trusty, tried-and-true operating system. On January 14, 2020, Microsoft will end support for Windows 7. That means no more updates, security or otherwise, will be offered by the company from that date forward.
May 1, 2019 2 min -
Managed ITHow does hosted VoIP Work?
MYDWARE IT Solutions Inc. has built a world class phone system which we've partitioned into individual "pbx nodes" which are completely private and separate from all other customers on the system. This is similar to how phone lines work with a traditional telephone carrier. A traditional analog carrier provides phone lines from a central system into your office, you then plug your traditional phone equipment into that connection. With our Hosted PBX, the entire system is housed in our secure data-center instead of in your office. Your only equipment in your office is the actual phones. Another...
March 12, 2019 2 min -
Managed ITWhat is a Managed Service Provider (MSP)?
New and innovative technologies not only present powerful opportunities for businesses, but they also present challenges. The continuously changing pace of IT infrastructure is extraordinary. IT departments can no longer standardize on a few computer models or single operating systems.
September 1, 2018 3 min -
Managed ITWhat Can a Managed Service Provider Do For Small and Medium Businesses (SMB’s)?
With rapidly evolving technologies and advancements in IT, small and medium businesses (SMB’s) have now realised the importance of working with a managed service provider to keep their businesses protected and in-line with the ever evolving world of technology.
July 11, 2018 3 min -
Managed ITWhy Choose MYDWARE As Your Managed Service Provider?
Small and medium-sized businesses often lack the capability and means to manage an in-house IT department. However, Information technology is essential for all types of businesses whether small or large. In most instances, small businesses cannot afford expensive infrastructure and staff due to their tight budget and limited space. This is the reason why SMBs are likely to face constant downtime, security problems, limited support, and other management concerns.
June 19, 2018 3 min
