As a web developer of over 15 years, I’ve spent a lot of time working remote. Sometimes out of convenience and other times out of necessity because of sick kids at home. With the outbreak of COVID-19, there are now millions of workers finding their desks a lot closer to home. My hope is that […]
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on March 22, 2020in Techtags: How to be Successful While Working From Home, Tips to Work from Home, Work from Home, Work From Home Corona Virus, Working Remote

Windows 7 End of Life Approaches
on May 31, 2019in Blog, Security, Techtags: Security, Upgrade, Windows

The Windows 7 end of life date is quickly approaching. If you’re still behind, you should mark your calendar. Microsoft is ending extended support for this popular OS on January 14, 2020. After this date, they will stop patching security holes. Users who do not upgrade will be exposed to an ever increasing number of […]
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on April 22, 2019in Blog, Techtags: data security, e-steward, earth day, recycle tech, recycle technology responsibly, spring cleaning

Did you ever wonder how to recycle technology responsibly? Earth Day is a good time to think about how our daily lives affect the planet we call home. If you’re like us, staying updated with the latest gadgets often results in boxes full of outdated tech. With Spring in the air, it can be tempting […]
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on December 18, 2018in Blog, Techtags: Christmas, gifts, last minute, presents, technology gifts

Christmas is coming up quick. You may still have some last minute gifts to get for your “hard to buy for” friends and family. Here are ten of the best tech gifts of 2019 that are affordable and might make them happy. Cable Straps These are super helpful at keeping cords from getting tangled. These […]
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on September 20, 2018in Techtags: hack smart devices, internet of things, smart devices

The relentless goose step of technology over the past decades has lead to the eventual invasion of the microchip into almost every product in the first world. This has left many astute observers asking what unintended consequences we might be overlooking. As the IoT (Internet of Things) becomes more prevalent, security has taken a back […]
Read More →Net Neutrality Repeal Ruins the Internet
on December 19, 2017in Techtags: internet regulation, internet throttling, Net Neutrality, Net Neutrality Repeal, overturn of net neutrality

The Information Age When the Web emerged in 1989, few could have predicted the profound impact it would eventually have on our world. Today, there are few places one can go without witnessing its effects. Indeed, we are quickly approaching an exciting moment in human history where everybody around the globe can connect to vast […]
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on July 19, 2017in Techtags: pay per click, Search Engine Optimization, sem, SEO, seo tips

Search engine optimization (SEO) is a constantly evolving art. A successful SEO guru will constantly be learning and researching what makes search engines happy and take advantage where competitors have fallen short. A well trained SEO guru will help improve your site’s flow and content to improve your rankings. There are thousands of SEO gurus […]
Read More →Which Laptop Should I Buy in 2016?
on November 2, 2016in Techtags: 2016 laptop guide, laptop buying tips, linux laptop, macbook, macbook pro, microsoft pro, surface pro, windows laptop

It’s almost Christmas, so let’s talk tech toys. If you’ve been really good this year you may be asking for a new laptop. The first thing you’ll have to decide when contemplating your Christmas list is which operating system do you want or need? Windows? Mac? Chrome? Straight up Linux? Let’s look at the choices […]
Read More →Best Tech Gadgets 2016
on September 7, 2016in Techtags: internet of things, iPhone, iphone 7, LG V20, thermapeanut, tile, trackr

It’s September and my son has started talking about Halloween costumes and what he wants for Christmas. It’s time for us adults to start our Christmas lists too. There are a lot of new tech gadgets coming out! For the Appleholics, this Fall is big. There’s the new iPhone 7, Mac OS “Sierra” and possibly […]
Read More →Windows 10 Is Malware
on July 20, 2016in Techtags: Malware, prevent windows 10, Windows 10

Windows 10: Taking the Low Road to Market Domination Microsoft’s behavior throughout its rollout of Windows 10 has sparked deep concern among analysts and consumers alike – and rightly so. In recent months, the software giant has been brazenly employing the same deceptive tactics first perfected by malware developers. By their playbook, you will upgrade […]
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