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Is my hard disk data protected in case of power failure or fire?

We?ve provided the following articles to equip you with the tools to make wise decisions regarding your IT infrastructure. With proactive management and preventive maintenance, your IT investments can be an integral part of your business plan . . . instead of a series of headache-inducing emergencies.

Spyware and Computer Viruses – An Overview

There are many different types of “Malware” (malicious software programs). Viruses, Worms, Trojan Horses, Rootkits, Spyware, etc. are all forms of “Malware”. Malware is software designed to attack or modify a computer system without the user’s consent.

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Is Your Phone “Just a Phone”?

With the many options available in the mobile phone market it can be pretty tough to determine what the best choice is concerning mobile productivity. There are still some people that say a phone is a phone, but those are usually the people who resist change.

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Workstation or Laptop?

Opti-Vise is often being asked if a laptop can be used in lieu of a workstation. This article looks at five factors that should be considered when choosing the right computing hardware for your needs.

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Small Business Server 2008 Feature Brief

Soon to be released, Microsoft’s Small Business Server 2008 offers the latest in the line of products that support small business operations. Kyle Hamilton of Opti-Vise offers an overview of SBS 2008, along with a discussion of its major features.

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Microsoft Office 2007 Changes of Note

Microsoft Office 2007 introduces major changes to the user interface and file formats. Kyle Hamilton of Opti-Vise reviews these changes, and offers his observations on the usability of this popular productivity application.

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Windows XP Service Pack 3 Is Out

Windows XP Service Pack 3 has been released. This article explains what versions of XP are included in the update, why SP3 is important, and the impact to Opti-Vise customers.

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A Briefing on Battery Backup

A detailed description of the options and necessity of a battery backup system for your servers, critical network devices, and workstations.

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Repair or Replace?

How do you know when it’s time to replace your older computer? This article provides some general guidelines for helping you make this decision.

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