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Multitasking is a common thing for today’s workers, and so is having multiple tabs open in your web browser. You might even have multiple different apps running simultaneously, which can make you feel like you have to constantly close one window to open another. Well, no more. You can use Smart Windows (also known as Snap Windows) to place two or more side-by-side and enhance your productivity.
Your IT budget can cause you a lot of stress, but if you approach it right, it doesn’t have to. Like every other part of your business, you want to have a good idea where to invest your technology budget. Not that many people do. We recommend you build out an IT roadmap, and a strategy on how to keep downtime to a minimum; and a lot of that is getting experts to manage and maintain your business’ IT.
Network hubs, network switches, network routers… What does it all even mean? All of these devices and terms can be confusing, and to some, they might even be interchangeable. However, the fact remains that they all serve different purposes, and some might not be the right solution for your business’ needs. Today, we want to break down the differences and when you might consider one over the other for your infrastructure.
Regardless of how big or small your business is, chances are you have at least one server unit that holds sensitive data. Ask yourself this question: do you have the knowledge and expertise to properly care for and maintain that server unit? The best way to ensure your business takes care of its server technology is to work with a managed service provider. Here's why:
Every week, we talk with business leaders who think their cybersecurity is covered until it’s not.
For many small and midsized businesses (SMBs), a cyber incident isn’t just an IT problem. It’s a business interruption, a compliance headache, and a reputational hit that can take months to recover from.
The truth is, most cyber risks are preventable. You don’t need a huge IT budget. You need awareness, good habits, and a plan.
At Preferred Communication Systems, we’ve spent more than two decades helping Chicagoland organizations protect their people, data, and reputations. We’ve seen what works and what doesn’t. Below are the 10 most common cybersecurity mistakes SMBs make, along with simple, actionable ways to avoid them.
Preferred is once again, honored for being a Best Place to Work for the fifth straight year! Our team is what makes Preferred a Best Place to Work.
Daily Herald Suburban Business 2024 Best Places to Work Honorees The Daily Herald Suburban Business has announced the names of 51 companies, in 5 categories of competition, that are honored as the 2024 Best Places to Work in Illinois. This statewide survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in Illinois, benefiting the state's economy, its workforce and businesses.
