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[ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Technology that Can Help You Get Through Tough Situations](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/technology-that-can-help-you-get-through-tough-situations) Wednesday, 24 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![Technology that Can Help You Get Through Tough Situations](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024/04-24-24/b2ap3_large_techGoals_303350914_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/technology-that-can-help-you-get-through-tough-situations "Technology that Can Help You Get Through Tough Situations") Running a business has definite highs and lows. When things start spiraling seemingly out of control, it’s important to maintain the confidence that with the right decision-making and conscientious action, you can get through any problem that a business faces. In today’s blog, we’ll discuss some of the technology that can help you get through tough situations. Tags: [Technology](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Cloud](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/cloud) [Productivity](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/productivity-1) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/technology-that-can-help-you-get-through-tough-situations#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/technology-that-can-help-you-get-through-tough-situations) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Benefits of Virtualization on Your IT Infrastructure](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/benefits-of-virtualization-on-your-it-infrastructure) Tuesday, 23 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![Benefits of Virtualization on Your IT Infrastructure](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2024_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_Virtualization_555151166_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/benefits-of-virtualization-on-your-it-infrastructure "Benefits of Virtualization on Your IT Infrastructure") Is your business frequently grappling with the challenges of implementing new solutions, whether software or hardware? Consider harnessing the power of virtualization in the cloud to address these issues head-on. With the right tools, virtualization can open up remarkable opportunities to enhance your business' operations while bolstering its security and flexibility. Tags: [Hardware](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/hardware) [Virtualization](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/virtualization) [Software](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/software) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/benefits-of-virtualization-on-your-it-infrastructure#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/benefits-of-virtualization-on-your-it-infrastructure) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Is It Time for Your Business to Upgrade Its Technology?](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/is-it-time-for-your-business-to-upgrade-its-technology) Monday, 22 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![Is It Time for Your Business to Upgrade Its Technology?](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024/04-22-24/b2ap3_large_Upgrade_529768982_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/is-it-time-for-your-business-to-upgrade-its-technology "Is It Time for Your Business to Upgrade Its Technology?") How can you know when your organization should upgrade its technology infrastructure? The truth is that it’s not always immediately obvious when you should do so, as there are countless factors in play to consider at any given time. Today, we want to help your business determine when to bite the bullet and upgrade your technology. Tags: [Best Practices](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Technology](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Computer](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/computer) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/is-it-time-for-your-business-to-upgrade-its-technology#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/is-it-time-for-your-business-to-upgrade-its-technology) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Use Technology to Boost Customer Confidence](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/use-technology-to-boost-customer-confidence) Friday, 19 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [IT Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/it-blog) [ ![Use Technology to Boost Customer Confidence](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024/04-19-24/b2ap3_large_CustomerConfidence_680957900_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/use-technology-to-boost-customer-confidence "Use Technology to Boost Customer Confidence") When it comes to running a successful business, customer confidence is everything. It can make or break your business’ reputation. If you’re too reckless with your customers, why would anyone else be willing to sign on with you? Thankfully, there are plenty of ways you can build customer confidence, and technology plays a pivotal role in many of them. Today, we want to explore how you can build customer confidence through the use of business technology solutions. Tags: [Security](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Best Practices](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Communication](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/communication) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/use-technology-to-boost-customer-confidence#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/use-technology-to-boost-customer-confidence) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [If These 5 Technology Problems Sound Familiar, You Aren’t Alone](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/if-these-5-technology-problems-sound-familiar-you-aren-t-alone) Wednesday, 17 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![If These 5 Technology Problems Sound Familiar, You Aren’t Alone](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024/04-17-24/b2ap3_large_FrustratedStaff_332447418_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/if-these-5-technology-problems-sound-familiar-you-aren-t-alone "If These 5 Technology Problems Sound Familiar, You Aren’t Alone") As necessary as technology is in modern business operations, a variety of common IT-related obstacles must be overcome for your efforts to succeed. Fortunately, partnering with a managed service provider (MSP) can make these obstacles less “mountain” and more “molehill.” Let’s examine some of the most often seen business technology challenges and discuss how a relationship with an MSP helps alleviate them. Tags: [Technology](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Business](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/business) [Managed Service](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/managed-service) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/if-these-5-technology-problems-sound-familiar-you-aren-t-alone#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/if-these-5-technology-problems-sound-familiar-you-aren-t-alone) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [These Modern Technology Documentaries Bring Interesting Ideas to a Broader Audience](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/these-modern-technology-documentaries-bring-interesting-ideas-to-a-broader-audience) Monday, 15 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Off Topic/Fun](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/off-topic-fun) [ ![These Modern Technology Documentaries Bring Interesting Ideas to a Broader Audience](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024/04-15-24/b2ap3_large_StreamingServices_450782820_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/these-modern-technology-documentaries-bring-interesting-ideas-to-a-broader-audience "These Modern Technology Documentaries Bring Interesting Ideas to a Broader Audience") One of the best things about the move towards streaming in media is that since people love watching real-life stories, studios have committed to creating documentary content that provides interesting perspectives. Many people don’t have a comprehensive understanding of technology, especially as it relates to real-world situations, so dramatized documentaries can be a good source of information. Today, we’re going to go through three riveting technology documentaries that are available on streaming services. Tags: [Security](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Current Events](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/current-events) [Network Security](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/network-security) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/these-modern-technology-documentaries-bring-interesting-ideas-to-a-broader-audience#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/these-modern-technology-documentaries-bring-interesting-ideas-to-a-broader-audience) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [How to Approach an Office Move with Your Technology in Mind](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/how-to-approach-an-office-move-with-your-technology-in-mind) Friday, 12 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![How to Approach an Office Move with Your Technology in Mind](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024/04-12-24/b2ap3_large_Moving_643693423_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/how-to-approach-an-office-move-with-your-technology-in-mind "How to Approach an Office Move with Your Technology in Mind") One of the biggest signs that your business is doing well is that it is growing. When it starts to grow, you might notice that your office suddenly feels a little cramped. While moving an office can be stressful, it is often necessary to ensure that your company can continue to flourish. From an IT perspective, it can be even more challenging. Tags: [Best Practices](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [IT Services](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-services) [Business](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/business) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/how-to-approach-an-office-move-with-your-technology-in-mind#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/how-to-approach-an-office-move-with-your-technology-in-mind) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Properly Cleaning a Laptop](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/properly-cleaning-a-laptop) Wednesday, 10 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Tip of the Week](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/tip-of-the-week) [ ![Properly Cleaning a Laptop](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024/04-10-24/b2ap3_large_CleanLaptop_576729762_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/properly-cleaning-a-laptop "Properly Cleaning a Laptop") It is important to keep modern computers clean, and laptops are no exception. However, a laptop's different form factor makes cleaning it much different from cleaning a traditional desktop computer. Tags: [Hardware](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/hardware) [User Tips](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/user-tips) [Tip of the Week](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/tip-of-the-week) [Mobile Device](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/mobile-device) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/properly-cleaning-a-laptop#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/properly-cleaning-a-laptop) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Ransomware is Only Getting Worse in 2024](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/ransomware-is-only-getting-worse-in-2024) Monday, 08 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Ransomware is Only Getting Worse in 2024](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024/04-08-24/b2ap3_large_Ransomware_485329431_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/ransomware-is-only-getting-worse-in-2024 "Ransomware is Only Getting Worse in 2024") Since it was first documented in 1989, ransomware has only become far more severe, ruthless, and, most of all, prevalent. Let’s review some important statistics to remember if you are to understand ransomware and, even more importantly, avoid its impact on your business. Tags: [Phishing](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [Ransomware](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/ransomware) [AI](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/ai) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/ransomware-is-only-getting-worse-in-2024#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/ransomware-is-only-getting-worse-in-2024) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Your Users Are Likely Your Biggest Security Threat, But You Can Fix That](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/your-users-are-likely-your-biggest-security-threat-but-you-can-fix-that) Friday, 05 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Your Users Are Likely Your Biggest Security Threat, But You Can Fix That](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024/04-05-24/b2ap3_large_humanerr_159273533_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/your-users-are-likely-your-biggest-security-threat-but-you-can-fix-that "Your Users Are Likely Your Biggest Security Threat, But You Can Fix That") Believe it or not, if you were to rank your business’ greatest threats, risk factors, and vulnerabilities, your users would most likely belong somewhere toward the top. Human error is a big challenge to your security simply because cybercriminals understand that your employees are, in fact, human and will, in fact, make mistakes. Let’s explore how cyberattacks exploit this tendency and how you can better protect your business from the ramifications. Tags: [Security](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Users](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/users) [Hackers](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/hackers) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/your-users-are-likely-your-biggest-security-threat-but-you-can-fix-that#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/your-users-are-likely-your-biggest-security-threat-but-you-can-fix-that) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Why We Approach Tech Support with Empathy for the User](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/why-we-approach-tech-support-with-empathy-for-the-user) Wednesday, 03 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![Why We Approach Tech Support with Empathy for the User](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024/04-03-24/b2ap3_large_ITSupport_161193603_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/why-we-approach-tech-support-with-empathy-for-the-user "Why We Approach Tech Support with Empathy for the User") Among IT professionals, an acronym is sometimes used when discussing certain issues and challenges: “PEBKAC,” or *Problem Exists Between Keyboard And Chair.* In other words, user error. Tags: [Users](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/users) [Best Practices](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [IT Support](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-support-1) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/why-we-approach-tech-support-with-empathy-for-the-user#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/why-we-approach-tech-support-with-empathy-for-the-user) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [10 Ways Your IT Consultant Can Save Your Business Money](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/10-ways-your-it-consultant-can-save-your-business-money) Tuesday, 02 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [IT Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/it-blog) [ ![10 Ways Your IT Consultant Can Save Your Business Money](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1280/b2ap3_large_672020118_Managed_IT_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/10-ways-your-it-consultant-can-save-your-business-money "10 Ways Your IT Consultant Can Save Your Business Money") We recently wrote an article showcasing the benefits of managed IT services. In short, we know a lot of IT companies that claim to offer managed IT services, but really just cover the bare minimum in order to get you into a contract. It’s not the same, and it’s not the intended nature of managed IT services. It’s a good article, I think you’ll like it. Our first point was that true managed IT services can actually save your business money, and we wanted to take a moment to dive into that deeper. In this article, we’ll explore 10 ways we can save your business money and help you achieve your financial goals. Tags: [Outsourced IT](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/outsourced-it) [Saving Money](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/saving-money) [IT Services](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-services) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/10-ways-your-it-consultant-can-save-your-business-money#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/10-ways-your-it-consultant-can-save-your-business-money) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Improving Collaboration Can Pay Big Dividends](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/improving-collaboration-can-pay-big-dividends) Monday, 01 April 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Business](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/business) [ ![Improving Collaboration Can Pay Big Dividends](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024/04-01-24/b2ap3_large_collaboration_486671858_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/improving-collaboration-can-pay-big-dividends "Improving Collaboration Can Pay Big Dividends") Effective teamwork is indispensable for business success. Collaboration stands out as an extremely important consideration, yet devising a strategy that expedites project completion and enhances service delivery poses challenges. This week, we get into modern collaboration practices and how technology can help you improve collaboration. Tags: [Communication](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/communication) [Collaboration](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/collaboration) [Business](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/business) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/improving-collaboration-can-pay-big-dividends#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/improving-collaboration-can-pay-big-dividends) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Explaining Shift Shock: Why Younger Employees Leave Good Jobs](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/explaining-shift-shock-why-younger-employees-leave-good-jobs) Friday, 29 March 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Business](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/business) [ ![Explaining Shift Shock: Why Younger Employees Leave Good Jobs](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/March_2024/03-29-24/b2ap3_large_ShiftShock_532178323_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/explaining-shift-shock-why-younger-employees-leave-good-jobs "Explaining Shift Shock: Why Younger Employees Leave Good Jobs") You might have noticed that some of your younger workers are leaving your business much earlier than you might expect them to. This could be because of a phenomenon called “shift shock,” which examines employee engagement and satisfaction. Let’s consider how shift shock could potentially harm your business. Tags: [Workplace Tips](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/workplace-tips) [Efficiency](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/efficiency) [User Tips](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/user-tips) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/explaining-shift-shock-why-younger-employees-leave-good-jobs#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/explaining-shift-shock-why-younger-employees-leave-good-jobs) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [IT Services for Eastern Massachusetts Businesses - Finding IT Solutions That Add Value](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/it-services-for-eastern-massachusetts-businesses-finding-it-solutions-that-add-value) Thursday, 28 March 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [IT Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/it-blog) [ ![IT Services for Eastern Massachusetts Businesses - Finding IT Solutions That Add Value](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1279/b2ap3_large_137909513_IT_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/it-services-for-eastern-massachusetts-businesses-finding-it-solutions-that-add-value "IT Services for Eastern Massachusetts Businesses - Finding IT Solutions That Add Value") We know we don’t need to introduce the concept of IT services to business owners. Most of you likely have a contact or work with a business that provides technical support when you need it. If you are like most businesses, you probably try to ignore some of the smaller IT-related issues, to avoid spending a lot of time and money. It’s almost as if your current relationship with IT and the results you get from it aren’t providing enough value to justify the costs, right? We hear you. Let’s discuss the alternatives. Tags: [Outsource IT](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/outsource-it) [IT Services](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-services) [IT Support](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-support-1) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/it-services-for-eastern-massachusetts-businesses-finding-it-solutions-that-add-value#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/it-services-for-eastern-massachusetts-businesses-finding-it-solutions-that-add-value) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Tip of the Week: 5 Keyboard Shortcuts to Make Life Easier](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-6-keyboard-shortcuts-to-make-life-easier) Wednesday, 27 March 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Tip of the Week](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/tip-of-the-week) [ ![Tip of the Week: 5 Keyboard Shortcuts to Make Life Easier](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/March_2024/03-27-24/b2ap3_large_Shortcuts_666035599_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-6-keyboard-shortcuts-to-make-life-easier "Tip of the Week: 5 Keyboard Shortcuts to Make Life Easier") Keyboard shortcuts are undeniably useful—to the point that some are almost ubiquitous. However, there are a lot that aren’t, and they are just about as useful. We wanted to introduce you to these shortcuts so you can incorporate them into your workflows. Tags: [Quick Tips](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/quick-tips) [Efficiency](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/efficiency) [Tip of the Week](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/tip-of-the-week) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-6-keyboard-shortcuts-to-make-life-easier#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-6-keyboard-shortcuts-to-make-life-easier) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Understanding How to Secure Your Password-Protected Accounts](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/understanding-how-to-secure-your-password-protected-accounts) Tuesday, 26 March 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![Understanding How to Secure Your Password-Protected Accounts](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_PasswordSecurity_548582108_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/understanding-how-to-secure-your-password-protected-accounts "Understanding How to Secure Your Password-Protected Accounts") One of the first lines of defense against unauthorized access is the creation of a robust password. By now you understand that not all passwords are created equal, however. Here are five indispensable tips to keep your accounts secure. Tags: [Security](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Password](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/password) [Two-factor Authentication](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/two-factor-authentication) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/understanding-how-to-secure-your-password-protected-accounts#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/understanding-how-to-secure-your-password-protected-accounts) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Why You Need to Keep Track of Your IT Infrastructure](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/why-you-need-to-keep-track-of-your-it-infrastructure) Monday, 25 March 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Why You Need to Keep Track of Your IT Infrastructure](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/March_2024/03-25-24/b2ap3_large_WatchIT_132771338_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/why-you-need-to-keep-track-of-your-it-infrastructure "Why You Need to Keep Track of Your IT Infrastructure") When taking stock of your business assets, technology is particularly critical to pay attention to. Let’s discuss why this is and what you must do to manage it properly. Tags: [Hardware](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/hardware) [Technology](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Workplace Tips](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/workplace-tips) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/why-you-need-to-keep-track-of-your-it-infrastructure#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/why-you-need-to-keep-track-of-your-it-infrastructure) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Proactive Management Has Several Benefits](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/proactive-management-has-several-benefits) Saturday, 23 March 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![Proactive Management Has Several Benefits](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2024_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_Proactive_504765977_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/proactive-management-has-several-benefits "Proactive Management Has Several Benefits") All organizations rely on their information systems to be consistently available when required, with some businesses being unable to function without them. When these systems undergo necessary maintenance, such as software patches, it can pose challenges for employees who rely on their continuous availability. In this discussion, we delve into the proactive approach to IT maintenance, exploring its strategic benefits in preventing downtime for businesses. Tags: [IT Services](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-services) [IT Support](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-support-1) [Managed IT Services](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/tags/managed-it-services-1) [0 Comments](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/proactive-management-has-several-benefits#comments) [ Continue reading](https://www.datalyst.net/newsletter-content/proactive-management-has-several-benefits) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Big Tech is Bigger Than You Realize](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/big-tech-is-bigger-than-you-realize) Friday, 22 March 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Miscellaneous](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/categories/miscellaneous) [ ![Big Tech is Bigger Than You Realize](https://www.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/March_2024/03-22-24/b2ap3_large_bigtech_216083194_400.jpg) ](https://www.datalyst.net/blog/big-tech-is-bigger-than-you-realize "Big Tech is Bigger Than You Realize") As technology seeps into every part of everyday life, the market for technology has exploded. This has led to technology companies growing to be massive and seemingly uncontrollable entities. Let’s take a look at big tech and its effect on society. 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