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Should I Outsource My It?

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:January 31, 2013

Many business owners don’t really have an opinion about outsourcing their IT. This is mostly due to their not having enough information about it to make an informed choice. I think most people would agree that its a good idea to have help when disaster strikes. It’s also important to carefully filter your responsibilities to ensure that everything “on your plate” is manageable. Of course, making your money work for you is of utmost importance. Getting the best value for your dollar is a prerequisite, not an option.

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A Geek Easy Computers 2012 Technology Review

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:January 24, 2013

This past year has been an exciting one in many respects. It has definitely been a roller coaster of a ride. The ups and downs of the economy, the re-election of the first African-American president, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. So many newsworthy events took place it’s nearly impossible to comment on them all.

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Let Us Plan Your Next Project…

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:January 16, 2013

Planning an IT project can be a lot of work. Whether you’re adding equipment to an existing network, upgrading servers and workstations or doing it all from scratch, there are often many considerations every step of the way. If you’ve ever wondered what hardware and software to purchase, how long you might spend on each phase of the project or simply how to get started in the first place, we can help.
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Geek Easy Computers 2012 – Year in Review

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:January 2, 2013

It’s 2013! Happy New Year! Where did 2012 go and doesn’t it seem like we were just celebrating the beginning of 2012? Well you know the old saying “Time flies when you’re having fun!”. 2012 has been a wild ride for us here at Geek Easy Computers, but overall it’s been a fun and exciting trip!

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What should I buy? Desktop, Laptop, or Tablet?

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:December 10, 2012

Technology is changing at an astounding rate with new, exciting products hitting the market every few months. With the constant shifts in computing, it can be difficult to decide what will work best for you. At Geek Easy Computers, we want to help you make the most informed decisions possible when it comes to technology. With that in mind, we thought it would be useful to break down some key differences in device types that might affect your holiday purchases.
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Why should I buy a refurbished computer?

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:November 12, 2012

What is a refurbished computer? A refurbished computer is one that was previously in use, usually by a business or corporation, that has been reconditioned to be like “new”. There is a false perception that refurbished computers are just used and out-of-date computers. While it is true that refurbished units tend to not be of the latest technology, they are typically no more than one or two generations behind and still very capable of running todays applications! Geek Easy Computers has refurbished computers starting at $175!
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Death of the Desktop Operating System: A Glimpse into The Future

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:October 25, 2012

The Death of the Desktop Operating System is something you might hear geeks whispering about in corners, arguing frantically over the benefits of a streamlined, cloud-based, iPhonesque system versus the power and capabilities of the clunky-yet-hearty desktop. It’s chatter on forums and other social media. It’s even been the subject of a whole lot of blog posts in the past year (Meta much?). With Apple’s Mountain Lion merging another step closer to iOS and Microsoft’s Windows 8 launching tomorrow looking like a squarer version of Milton Bradley’s Simon, what does the future look like for the desktop OS and computing in general?
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Streaming Music 101

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:October 2, 2012

For today’s music consumer, mobile is where it’s at. Whether it’s on an iPad, computer, or smartphone, people want to hear their music wherever they are with minimal fuss. Capitalizing on this desire, there are many options available for the consumer to stream music to their device. The best of these services are platform independent, meaning they are accessible from almost any computer OS, web browser or smartphone.

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Cloud Storage 101: What is it?

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:September 26, 2012

There’s a lot being discussed today about the “Cloud” on the internet. If you’re not sure what the “Cloud” is, check out our earlier article that defines it -> https://geek-easy.com/2012/02/are-you-in-the-cloud/.

Our purpose today is to discuss some of the uses for cloud storage and its advantages. The most popular (arguably) of the providers of these services is Dropbox [https://db.tt/a8BcOMv]. There are other popular services out there such as Google Drive, Box.net, Microsoft Skydrive, Sugarsync and more.

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Five Essential Facebook Security Settings

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:September 18, 2012

Almost everyone is on Facebook today. For many people, it’s the first stop in the morning and the last stop before they go to bed. People sign on and off throughout the day. Users access it from desktops, laptops, smart phones and tablets. You can sign up for tons of other online services using Facebook. Facebook is the center of the online “universe” for millions of people, but how much control do they really have over it?
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