Are you designing a home office for your small business? Lots of small businesses are sole proprietorships, which means you run it all on your own. This means you’re the president, vice-president, accountant and intern all rolled into one. In order to fulfill multiple roles, you will need a good computer system with the right …
It’s back-to-school time! And while technology takes a lot of heat for distracting students (i.e. too much screen time), there is some tech worth investing in to help kids, teens and young adults do better in school. Some of the suggestions on this list are new, while other are old favourites that you can either …
When it comes to moving money, e-transfers are the method of choice for many. With fewer people carrying cash and even fewer using cheques, it’s not surprising that online banking and interact money transfers are popular due to its convenience. That said, sometimes things that are ultra convenient to use come with other risks. You …
If you work remotely, say in a coffee shop or hotel when on the road, you want the same level of security you get when connected to your home network. Avast Business CloudCare Security has VPN access (virtual private network) giving you peace of mind that your documents and web activity is secure. When using …
Over the weekend you may have noticed some of your friends participating in the “Aging Challenge” on social media. If you’re unfamiliar with this challenge, it’s where you post a photo of yourself digitally manipulated to age you to a senior citizen. How are your friends, family members, co-workers and casual acquaintances doing this? An …
Dual monitors refers to a desktop setup, where the user has two (or more) computer monitors connected to a single computer. People do this for all sorts of reasons, such as providing more workspace and optimizing gaming experiences. Some people use a second monitor along with a laptop in order to have a larger screen …
There have been so many wonderful, fascinating and useful things invented by Canadians, it’s mind blowing! There might be some innovations that you’re aware of – that you learned in school – but there are others you probably didn’t know about. Since TwinBytes is a proud Canadian company that specializes in computers, software and networking, …
Facebook representatives recently told a panel in Ottawa that the social media giant will not take down doctored or misleading content during the 2019 Federal election because it is not their job to decide what is free speech and what isn’t. If the platform where most fake news is shared won’t do much about it, …
When it comes to cyber crimes, almost nothing is as personal and as violating as identity theft. Having a stranger steal your information for their own enjoyment and gain is scary. Sadly, it happens to the best of us. Don’t be a victim. Protect your digital assets and personal information. As you know, TwinBytes in …
Have you been spring cleaning your home lately? It might be time to tackle your computer. You can clean out your hard drive, desktop, desktop and your work station to free up space and organize your digital life. Regular computer maintenance is important for keeping your systems running well. It can help you prevent future …