While the popularity of Internet of Things (IoT) devices remains on the rise, the average consumer doesn’t necessarily stop to think about what keeps their network running smoothly – even as they continue to add to the devices in use at their home or office. Consider that each of these devices needs to send and receive data from the cloud, and that as more devices are competing for this capability on the same network, they’re… Read more »
This year, businesses saw a whole new host of security threats as more companies than ever before made the transition to operating virtually. Remote workers, varying levels of home security, and hackers ready to capitalize on these new vulnerabilities made it a challenging year for many big names. The good news – we can put these cautionary tales to use as we plan for the safest way to transition into 2021. Here are some of… Read more »
We know many businesses are mapping out their 2021 IT budgets over the next several weeks, and if you haven’t already incorporated working with a Managed Services Provider (MSP) into your budget for the new year, now’s the time to consider how this addition might benefit your business. Expertise and support You have enough on your plate without staying on top of the latest trends in technology. When it’s time to upgrade systems or invest… Read more »
Microsoft Teams has been one of the unsung heroes of this pandemic. The Microsoft 365 chat feature has seen a rise in popularity with everyone, from seasoned professionals to high-school students learning from home. Over the summer, they pushed out a lot of helpful features that have made connecting and collaborating remotely that much easier. With assistance from the OTELCO IT team, we have dig into the newest Teams features from the last few months… Read more »
Cybersecurity statistics can be both shocking and unsettling, and sadly these stories are all too common. Lucky for you, OTELCO managed services can protect you and your business from becoming one of them. 2020 is already full of enough challenges without adding a security breach to the list. We’ve compiled some cautionary tales and tips on how you can avoid being part of the next wave of statistics. Interested in outsourcing your IT but looking… Read more »
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