Most systems today need to run Java occasionally. With the Java 7 end of life approaching, learn why it's important to migrate to Java 8 to stay protected. Oracle has supported Java SE 7 for 11 years now, however, with new developments on the latest version to...
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Ophtek Donates to World Computer Exchange
Re-purposing old computers as a learning tool is a project close to our hearts here at Ophtek. Learn how the WCE project helps support the less privileged. Our ethos of helping to repurpose computers for underprivileged schools and families through our Computers for...
What Are Your 3 Office Printing Options?
It is essential to have a working printer in an office of any size. Here are 3 ways to connect printers as well as their advantages and disadvantages. Depending on how many staff you have working at your office and the printing requirements needed, you’ll want...
Windows Server 2003 End of Life Approaching
With Windows Server 2003 end of life fast approaching, find out why it’s essential to migrate systems sooner rather than later to avoid problems. The official date for Microsoft to end their support for Server 2003 is July 14 2015. We’ll outline here why businesses...
Internet as a Utility: What Does This Mean For You?
The internet has recently been classified as a utility by the FCC. Read our article here to find out what this means for you and your business. As of February 26, 2015, the Federal Communications Commission ruled to classify broadband internet as a utility....
3,000 Patient Data Breach Emphasizes Security Importance
3,000 Patient Data Breach Emphasizes Security Importance. A Wisconsin based Chiropractic clinic has leaked data from approximately 3000 patients. Read the story here and learn how to protect your data. The chiropractic clinic in Wisconsin had to notify all...
What is RAID and Should Your Business be Using it?
Find out what RAID is and whether your critical business systems need it. Learn all the basics to ensure your data stays secured regardless of your set-up. RAID is short for "Redundant Array of Independent Disks". The “I” in RAID can also be referred to as...
Does Your Office Need a Windows Server Domain Controller?
Find out if your office really needs a Windows server domain controller. Here's what you need to know to help you decide what is best for your business. What are domains? To understand the need for domain controllers, let's first look at what a domain is....
Best Hard Drive to Invest In
Which is the best hard drive to invest in? With many brands to choose from, we'll disclose our findings from our best source so you can secure your data. Backblaze, a large data center that offers online backups, has published a new report to advise on the best...
Microsoft Security Essentials Has Little Effect
Microsoft Security Essentials is not as effective as you may think. Here's a summary of the last two AV testing evaluations carried out by AV-Test.org. There mare any anti-virus programs available to install, some are free, like Microsoft Security Essentials...