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Datalyst has been serving the Massachusetts area since 2010, providing IT Support such as technical helpdesk support, computer support and consulting to small and medium-sized businesses.

Dan is a trusted IT advisor with a background of over 25 years in IT and continuously works on the challenges of putting the right people in place to drive business growth and customer satisfaction.

Using AI and What to Expect in the Future

Using AI and What to Expect in the Future

Artificial intelligence is taking over enterprise computing. So much so that there is some degree of cynicism among CIOs and other technology leaders about what exactly AI can do for them. The reality is that AI can do some pretty remarkable things and is advancing pretty quickly, but if you are expecting it to transform your business with minimal effort, you might be in for a rude awakening. This month, we want to take a look at how AI is beneficial for businesses and what to expect from the technology in the near future. 

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Password Managers Have Become Essential Tools for Individuals and Businesses

Password Managers Have Become Essential Tools for Individuals and Businesses

Absolutely nobody likes dealing with passwords. They’re annoying, hard to remember, and yet, somehow, hackers seem to have no problem cracking them. That’s where password managers come in. They take the stress out of remembering a hundred different logins while keeping your business secure. If you’re still relying on sticky notes or using the same password for everything so you can remember it, it’s time to make the switch.

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Break/Fix Technology Strategies Set Businesses Back

Break/Fix Technology Strategies Set Businesses Back

Imagine owning an elevator that you would only service if it broke down? Sounds ridiculous, right? Well, that’s exactly what businesses do when they rely on a break/fix IT strategy.

Break/fix IT means waiting until something goes wrong before calling in the experts. While this might seem like a cost-saving move, in reality, it’s a fast track to frustration, downtime, and lost revenue. Let’s break down why this approach makes no sense in today’s business world.

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Everything You Need to Know About Chatbots

Everything You Need to Know About Chatbots

One of the biggest things that businesses need to consider today, from an IT front, is how artificial intelligence fits in. One way many companies are integrating AI into their businesses is through chatbot technology. Today, we will tell you everything you need to know to get started with chatbot technology.

Running a small business comes with many challenges: managing customers, handling inquiries, scheduling appointments, and marketing your services, just to name a few. While these tasks are mandatory for the creation of a successful business, they can also be extraordinarily time-consuming. That’s where chatbots come in.

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Tools that Promote Collaboration are a Big Boost to Organizational Productivity

Tools that Promote Collaboration are a Big Boost to Organizational Productivity

Businesses run on collaboration, and thanks to technology, working together has never been easier. The right tools can make all the difference, helping teams communicate better, stay organized, and keep projects moving forward. Let’s go into the aspects that make some of the key collaboration tools businesses are using today work.

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Your Antivirus Crash Course (Implement Security Solutions Today)

Your Antivirus Crash Course (Implement Security Solutions Today)

Antivirus is a staple security solution for businesses and everyday PC users, but have you ever considered how it works? By thinking through some of the details, you might gain a greater understanding of how antivirus works, what it does, and why you need to keep it updated. Today, we’re going to discuss just that, starting from square one.

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The Real ROI of Investing in Managed IT Services

The Real ROI of Investing in Managed IT Services

I’m about to state the obvious here, but when it comes to running a small business, anything that costs money is probably going to feel like an expense.

That’s obviously the definition of expense, but hear me out, we’re talking about feelings. Particularly, we’re talking about that gut feeling that business owners get when they have to sign a check.

Occasionally, the money you spend will feel more like an investment; when you feel like this is going to help move the business forward. 

For many small business owners, IT is often seen as just another expense—something that’s necessary but not necessarily a driver of growth or profit.

But what if we told you that investing in managed IT services isn’t just about keeping the lights on—it’s about making your business more efficient, secure, and profitable?

So, what’s the real return on investment (ROI) of managed IT services? Let’s break it down.

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Say Goodbye to Skype (It’s Been Fun)

Say Goodbye to Skype (It’s Been Fun)

Skype, once a popular and beloved video chat platform, has reached the end of its rope (in a manner of speaking). Microsoft is discontinuing the 20-year-old communication application, instead focusing its efforts on Microsoft Teams. The last update to Skype will be on May 5, but that doesn’t change the impact Skype had on the development of modern communication tools.

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Is Your Business Stuck in the 20th Century? Here’s How to Successfully Modernize

Is Your Business Stuck in the 20th Century? Here’s How to Successfully Modernize

The modern business is more technologically driven than ever before, but there are some out there who haven’t embraced the benefits of technology and have alternatively chosen to stick with their more analog, tried and true methods. In today’s blog, we’ll discuss why technology is important and how to get started if your business is stuck in the 20th century.

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“Security Guard” Needs to Be Part of Everyone’s Job Description

“Security Guard” Needs to Be Part of Everyone’s Job Description

We will always reinforce how critical it is for everyone in any workplace to have a grasp of cybersecurity best practices, regardless of their role or responsibilities. However, based on a survey conducted by UK-based cybersecurity firm Ramsac, this baseline is not being met by a long shot.

Why do we say this? Simple: this survey revealed that one in three adults failed a cybersecurity test designed for 11-year-olds.

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Technology That Can Help You Avoid Big Trouble

Technology That Can Help You Avoid Big Trouble

Running a business is basically a never-ending series of potential disasters just waiting to happen. Some are easy to fix, change a process here, tweak a strategy there—but others? They can completely derail your operations if you’re not prepared. That’s where smart technology steps in to save the day.

Let’s look at some nightmare scenarios that could spell disaster unless you have the right IT in place.

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3 Applications of Modern IT and How Today’s Businesses Can Benefit

3 Applications of Modern IT and How Today’s Businesses Can Benefit

The entire purpose of modern IT is to improve the processes that work requires us to do. Today, we wanted to address a few business priorities—productivity, cybersecurity, and accessibility—that the right tech can help you accomplish, explicitly exploring how different tools can contribute to your success.

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Understanding What You Can Get Out of Managed IT Services

Understanding What You Can Get Out of Managed IT Services

Tech can be a real pain for small businesses, especially if you don’t have a dedicated IT person handling everything. Most businesses have someone who sort of knows their way around tech, but for a small team, that’s a lot to put on one person. That’s where managed IT services come in. It’s used not just for its convenience but because it actually makes a business owner’s life easier in ways they might not even realize.

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Tip of the Week: How to Create QR Codes in Microsoft Excel

Tip of the Week: How to Create QR Codes in Microsoft Excel

QR codes are a handy way to direct someone to the right place online, like your business’ website, but did you know that they are also pretty easy to make? Let’s go over how you can whip up your own with the help of Microsoft Excel.

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Staying Safe on Social Media Boils Down to These Three Things

Staying Safe on Social Media Boils Down to These Three Things

You don’t want to get spammed; nobody does. Unfortunately, it happens to EVERYONE, and it’s just getting worse. All this unwelcome correspondence happens over the phone, through email, and especially on social media. In today’s blog, we’ll talk a little bit about how social media puts users at risk and what you can do to keep that risk from becoming a problem for you. 

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Three Innovative Technologies that Can Solve Some of Your Business Problems

Three Innovative Technologies that Can Solve Some of Your Business Problems

New technology is always a bit intriguing. It can also be scary for some. Business owners typically only see the cost, even if it presents solutions to their organizational problems and can err on the side of caution as to not too much strain on their budget. There are a couple of really cutting-edge technologies businesses can use today that can help them confront problems they have. Let’s take a look at them in today’s blog. 

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Building a Plan for Business Mobility

Building a Plan for Business Mobility

It’s undeniable that the smartphone has transformed computing. In fact, not only is more computing done on mobile devices, they are by far the most purchased computers in the world. Well over 90 percent of people own some type of smartphone. So how do you use these devices for productivity? This month, we will discuss some ways to make this happen.

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Don’t Forget These Three Non-Negotiable Remote Work Security Rules

Don’t Forget These Three Non-Negotiable Remote Work Security Rules

With remote work remaining popular, employees can benefit from flexibility and work-life balance, but at the cost of certain challenges on the business side. The big one is security, as your network ends up spread out across multiple locations rather than siloed in-house. Here are three rules you should consider when planning out how to approach remote work.

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You Need to Be Able to Spot Scams Before They Sink You

You Need to Be Able to Spot Scams Before They Sink You

The Internet is a fantastic place to shop, connect, and learn, but people also have to deal with the minefield of scams—especially in 2025, where opportunists are getting even craftier with AI and other high-tech tricks. This month, we take a look at four simple ways you can spot an Internet scam before it drains your wallet or your personal data.

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Choosing the Right IT Consultant in Brockton

Choosing the Right IT Consultant in Brockton

Brockton MA: IT Consulting Services Overview

In Brockton, MA, IT consulting services are transforming small and medium-sized businesses. An IT consultant can get you the typical IT services a business needs like computer support, IT and network management, as well as cybersecurity, but can go much further to help your organization leverage technology to drive business growth and efficiency.

Whether you're a small business owner or a decision-maker in a larger organization, making smart decisions when it comes to your technology is important; it can be the difference between staying competitive or falling behind.

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