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6 Tips and Tricks to Help You Realize the Full Potential of Google Chrome

April 1st, 2014

Google Chrome has become one of the most popular web browsers available. In fact, Chrome even surpasses Microsoft’s Internet Explorer. So what makes Chrome so popular amongst businesses and consumers? For most individuals, the wide variety of built-in features offers an improved user experience compared to other browsers.

Celebrate the Life Instead of Mourning the Death of Windows XP!

March 31st, 2014

If you’re still running Windows XP on business-critical systems, you’re probably aware of the end of support date on April 8th, 2014. Microsoft has reminded customers of the end of support date for two years, yet there’s so many people who feel wronged by the termination of Windows XP.

Windows XP has been a trusted operating system for over a decade, however, we must celebrate the life of Windows XP instead of mourning the death.

Use the Google Drive App to Scan, Organize, and Keep Track of Your Receipts

As a business owner, you’re probably familiar with the task of sorting and organizing all of your receipts at the end of the month. The problem is, receipts are extremely easy to lose. Did you know there’s a better way to keep track of your receipts? In fact, you’re probably already using the app for other purposes.

Use the Google Drive App to Scan, Organize, and Keep Track of Your Receipts

March 28th, 2014

As a business owner, you’re probably familiar with the task of sorting and organizing all of your receipts at the end of the month. The problem is, receipts are extremely easy to lose. Did you know there’s a better way to keep track of your receipts? In fact, you’re probably already using the app for other purposes.

LinkedIn to Remove Products & Services Tab: Here’s Two Convenient Alternatives to Share Content!

March 27th, 2014

Do you take advantage of LinkedIn’s Products & Services tab to showcase or promote your products and services? If so, it’s time to discover content-sharing alternatives for your Company Page. LinkedIn will remove the Products & Services tab from all LinkedIn Company Pages on April 14th, 2014.

According to LinkedIn, the feature removal results from constant evaluation of the products and features available on LinkedIn. The company says its “seeking new ways to focus our resources on building the best products.

Top 5 eBook Reader Apps to Suit Any Avid Reader’s Preferences

Apple’s iPad has become one of the most popular devices used to read eBooks. For avid readers, the iPad offers an extensive variety of eBook reader apps to suit your reading style preference. Here’s the top 5 eBook reader apps available on the App Store:

1.     iBooks

iBooks comes pre-installed on the iPad, iPod Touch, and iPhone, which makes it one of the most commonly used eBook reader apps on iOS. Apple designed iBooks with a strong focus on aesthetics and user interface, however, the app’s functionality isn’t as efficient as other eBook reader apps available.

Top 5 eBook Reader Apps to Suit Any Avid Reader’s Preferences

March 26th, 2014

Apple’s iPad has become one of the most popular devices used to read eBooks. For avid readers, the iPad offers an extensive variety of eBook reader apps to suit your reading style preference. Here’s the top 5 eBook reader apps available on the App Store:

1.     iBooks

iBooks comes pre-installed on the iPad, iPod Touch, and iPhone, which makes it one of the most commonly used eBook reader apps on iOS. Apple designed iBooks with a strong focus on aesthetics and user interface, however, the app’s functionality isn’t as efficient as other eBook reader apps available.