TH2 Fans Speak Out!

Words can be a powerful tool in both encouraging and dissuading someone from hiring any particular company. This is especially true of technology firms as the industry is currently oversaturated with professionals who want your money. Business owners in his day and age must take great care prior to hiring any computer firm whose job it will be to manage and address their tech needs.

In order to assist business owners and managers currently looking for a technology firm in making an informed decision we have placed a number of testimonials on our website. It is our hope that the words of our clients both present and past will assist persons in not just making a decision but in making the right one as well. These testimonials come in the form of both audio and video and should give all those who view/listen to them a good idea of how we operate and the high standards to which we adhere.

Click Here For All Our Testimonials!

Should any queries linger in the back of your mind after viewing or listening to these testimonials feel free to contact us. We'd love to hear from you and will be happy to answer any questions that you may have.

TH2 Technologies
23591 El Toro Rd. #255
Lake Forest CA 92630
Phone: 949.235.8742
FAX: 949.215.6051
Email: sales@th2tech.com

Business Apps For Mobile Devices

In keeping with the theme of mobile technologies, applications play a vital role in both the success and efficiency of mobile devices. Unlike mobile applications that are for recreation and those for personal use, business applications, especially those built to be proprietary must not only be built from the ground up to cater to one specific business but must be reliable and easy to use as well. Many business owners and managers give serious consideration to utilizing proprietary business apps but don't know where to begin.

TH2 Technologies takes hassles, worries, and concerns and lays them to rest with regards to business app design and management. We employ a team of extremely talented persons who are more than adept at building both iOS and Android apps for businesses. It doesn't matter whether you sell shoes, you run a catering business, or are a gaming website; efficiency and reliability of your business apps are crucial to the success of your business. Our team builds each and every business application from the ground up to suit the needs of both a business and its owners/managers. Whether a client requests an extremely complicated mobile application or a very simple one our team has got you covered.

It's one thing to incorporate mobile devices into your businesses infrastructure but it's another beast altogether to incorporate business applications. If you need business applications that are not just reliable but safe, secure, and easy-to-use feel free to contact us anytime for a free quote. Our friendly staff can also answer any questions you may have and will be happy to lay any concerns you may have the rest.

TH2 Technologies
23591 El Toro Rd. #255
Lake Forest CA 92630
Phone: 949.235.8742
FAX: 949.215.6051
Email: sales@th2tech.com
www.th2technlogies.com

Mobile Device Management And Security

Due to rapid advancements in the technology, mobile device management has never been more affordable. As we all know the vast majority of businesses now incorporate mobile devices into their infrastructure though in doing so they create a lot of potential hazards and liabilities. Having a trusted team of professionals on your side working around the clock to ensure your network and all the mobile devices that access it are safe and secure is of the utmost importance.

TH2 Technologies specializes in all things regarding business technologies. We employ only the most talented, educated, and experienced computer professionals to ensure quality and hassle free computer and networking services. When dealing with mobile device management our staff can not only put security protocols in place to protect mobile devices and your businesses network but can track mobile devices and even disable them should they become lost or stolen.

No business should have to do business without the advantages that mobile technologies now offer. Mobile devices allow employees and management to be more productive than ever before but when those devices are not managed and cared for properly by talented professionals a business faces a great number of issues and potential problems. Should you be a business owner/manager that is in need of mobile device management please feel free to contact us anytime. A courteous member of our staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have and lay all of your concerns to rest.

TH2 Technologies
23591 El Toro Rd. #255
Lake Forest CA 92630
Phone: 949.235.8742
FAX: 949.215.6051
Email: sales@th2tech.com

TH2 Technologies specializes in the following:

Orange County Computer Services and Orange County Mobile Device Management

Internet Browsing Policies And Monitoring Software

Almost every business that utilizes computers must inevitably deal with employees that browse the Internet when they should be working. All businesses have some sort of browsing policy in place that either allows or disallows employees to surf the Internet. The trouble for business owners/managers comes not in creating browsing policies but in enforcing those policies.

In order to enforce browsing policies business owners/managers must turn to software for help. Now there's plenty of software available that either prohibits or limits employee Internet browsing but some of these are so intrusive and overly effective that they make it difficult for employees to utilize the Internet for legitimate business purposes. Other programs don't go far enough and clever employees will find exploits around weak prohibitions. Software that controls, limits, and monitors employee browsing isn't difficult to find but the trick is finding and implementing software that's just right for your business.

Here at TH2 Technologies we customize our services to meet the needs of our individual clients and their businesses. We can implement browsing software that not only helps you increase productivity but is fair to both your business and its employees. Whether you have a strict anti-browsing policy, you have a lenient policy, or you have one that fall somewhere in between those two types we can help. Policing employee browsing effectively is key to keeping productivity up and trouble down. Should you have any questions about our internet browsing business software please do not hesitate to contact us, we would be happy to help and provide you with a free consultation as well as a free estimate.

TH2 Technologies specializes in the following:

Orange County Computer Services and Orange County Networking Services

TH2 Technologies
23591 El Toro Rd. #255
Lake Forest CA 92630
Phone: 949.235.8742
FAX: 949.215.6051
Email: sales@th2tech.com

"Downgrading" From Windows 8

To assert that Windows 8 disappointed would be an understatement. This is especially true if you're speaking strictly of businesses. The mobile interface on desktops and terminals used in business not only confused employees but made them far less productive than they were utilizing a previous version of Microsoft's operating system. Add to this the learning curve that Windows 8 required, even from savvy individuals, and it's not hard to see why many businesses skipped upgrading to the latest version of Windows and are waiting for Windows 9.

There are those businesses however that did upgrade to Windows 8 but now need or want to go back to a previous version of Windows. This decision is completely understandable and has helped many a business return to higher levels of productivity, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. If you are the owner/manager of a business that needs to "downgrade" to previous version of Windows we can help. While it's certainly true that we help a great deal of businesses upgrade their operating systems we can handle the return to a previous one as well.

Our goal is to help make businesses and their networks/computers run as smoothly and efficiently as possible. We reach his goal through our networking, IT, and computer services. Don't just hire anyone to handle a change in operating system for your business. The process requires experienced hands and great attention to detail. Should you be interested or need to move from Windows 8 back to a previous version of the operating system for any reason please do not hesitate to contact us as we will be happy to assist you and provide you with a free consultation and estimate as well.

TH2 Technologies specializes in the following:

Orange County Computer Services, San Diego Networking Services, and Orange County IT Consulting,

TH2 Technologies
23591 El Toro Rd. #255
Lake Forest CA 92630
Phone: 949.235.8742
FAX: 949.215.6051
Email: sales@th2tech.com

Testimonials And Your Peace Of Mind

Are you the owner and/or manager of a small or midsize business that's been considering outsourcing all of your companies computer, networking, and IT needs? Are you also hesitant to do so for fear of hiring a company that might produce subpar results or turn out to be less than reliable? Here at TH2 Technologies we understand these concerns and have gone to considerable measure to help ease any lingering fears that might be sitting in the back of your mind.

In order to facilitate trust between us and our prospective clients and in order to give them the peace of mind prior to hiring any computer firm we have placed a number of testimonials our website. These come in the form of audio, video, and the written word. By visiting our testimonial page we believe this will give you a good idea of not only how we work and how efficient we are but how much attention we give to the needs of our clients and their businesses. Our talented and experienced staff constantly monitors, updates, and fixes networking and computer issues 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.

If after reviewing our testimonials page you still have questions regarding our services or should apprehensions remain please don't hesitate to contact us. We would be happy to answer any questions you might have and put those concerns to rest.

TH2 Technologies specializes in the following:

Orange County Computer Consulting, Computer Services, and Orange County Network Support

TH2 Technologies
23591 El Toro Rd. #255
Lake Forest CA 92630
 Phone: 949.235.8742
FAX: 949.215.6051
Email: sales@th2tech.com

Windows Upgrades For Businesses: Now Or Later?

For many business owners staying on the cutting edge of technology whereas their networks and computers are concerned is of the utmost importance. Having their networks and individual  computers or terminals up-to-date ensures ease-of-use, reduces problems, and ensures productivity stays high. For many businesses keeping on the cutting edge of technology involves the upgrade of their existing operating system.

While many businesses are often hesitant to upgrade to the next version of Microsoft's Windows many find it necessary because the operating system they're currently using becomes so outdated as to cause problems with new applications and programs. Such is the case with many businesses to utilize Windows 7 or even Vista. While we can certainly help you upgrade to Windows 8 keep in mind that Windows 9 is just around the corner and will be a far more refined and comprehensive operating system than Windows 8 ever will be. Generally speaking when a business upgrades its operating system it will want to wait until a revision is released. Business owners and managers should think of Windows 9 as that revision.

Should you need assistance upgrading to Windows 8 or should you have questions about waiting until Windows 9 is released please don't hesitate to contact us. We can help both small and midsize businesses make a problem free upgrade.

TH2 Technologies specializes in:

Orange County Computer Services, Orange County Computer Support, and Orange County Network Support

Search Engine Optimization: Your Business Success

There are many pieces of the success puzzle when it comes to business. Modern businesses face a multitude of issues chief among them computer, networking, and even website issues. While we have earned a reputation as Orange County's best computer consulting firm many of our clients are surprised to learn that we also offer search engine optimization services. While we thoroughly enjoy helping our clients with networking and computing issues we also take great pride in helping them get the most from their website by increasing the amount of visitors to their sites receive and increasing their turnover rate as well.

As is the case with IT, networking, and consulting services our SEO services are competitively priced and do wonders for our clients and their websites. If you're a business owner and/or manager that has long been interested in search engine optimization but remains hesitant due to cost and/or concerns we have a number of different packages available and can provide you with the marketing solution you've been looking for. While some business owners view search engine optimization as more of a risk than an investment or an opportunity we go to great lengths to ensure that we not only deliver results that you can be excited about but we back it up with outstanding customer service as well so that you'll never feel that way.

Should you have any questions about our search engine optimization services, our computer consulting services, or like to get started with online marketing campaign please be sure to contact us that we may be of assistance.

TH2 Technologies specializes in:

Orange County SEO, Search Engine Optimization Orange County, and Orange County Computer Consulting Services

Contact Us For 2 Free Hours Of Computer Support

Hiring a company to handle all of your technological headaches can be somewhat disconcerting simply because there are so many businesses out there that handle these types of issues. In order to foster peace of mind with our prospective clients we offer two hours of support free without any obligation. Not only do these two free hours help business owners get to know us but they build confidence in our services as well. It allows them to see how we operate.

In order to qualify for two free hours of service you need only to have a company with five or more employees. There are no strings attached or any bait and switch techniques involved. During your two free hours of computer support it is very likely we will be able to detect issues within your networks or computers and offer you solutions. Again there is no obligation to hire us but whether you do or not you'll be able to walk away knowing what some of your issues are.

While you mull over whether or not to contact us for two free hours of computer support have a gander at this video. This is our owner Jeff White talking about our two free hours of service and how to qualify for that. If after watching this video you have any questions please feel free to contact us as we would be happy to assist you.

TH2 Technologies specializes in:

Orange County Computer Services, Orange County IT Consulting, and Orange County Search Engine Optimization

How Does Cloud Computing Work?

Cloud computing is all the rage with both business persons and private individuals. Everything from business to videogames now uses some sort of cloud computing though not everybody, including those who utilize it, understands exactly what cloud computing is or how it works. In the simplest of terms, cloud computing is essentially off premise and on-demand computing all handled via the Internet. Cloud computing includes things like operating systems, mobile business technology, and even data storage and backup. Cloud computing exists today because years ago the tech industry and businesses needed software and computing services that could be managed internally but were also affordable and efficient.

Cloud computing generally operates within very large parameters and involves big numbers. Whereas businesses are concerned cloud computing is often a large-scale operation. When large corporations utilize cloud computing services there are often thousands of servers located in different parts of the world that can be accessed by millions of users at the same time. These users include IT administrators, employees utilizing applications or storing data, and cloud operators/providers. When compared to old-fashioned or more traditional computing, cloud computing operates on a vastly larger scale and reduces hassle and downtime dramatically.

As mentioned previously cloud computing is beneficial to a number of different types of people. Whereas businesses concerned, cloud computing offers business owners and managers an opportunity to increase revenue and productivity while at the same time help them keep IT costs much lower than those businesses who do not utilize cloud computing. Things like on-demand services allow business owners and managers to pay only for what they need rather than large licensing fees for features and applications that they may not use much or at all.

When it comes to cloud computing there isn't one single type but rather several different ones. In fact experts are predicting that within the next 5 to 10 years all cloud computing and services will fall under five different types and/or providers. The first being Google cloud, the second Microsoft, and a third being Amazon, Facebook, IBM, and even Apple. The fourth type of cloud service involves telcos Web hosters and SaaS players. The fifth type of cloud expected to be utilized in the coming years is that which is run by Fortune 1000 companies. These in-house cloud services will function just as all other cloud services do but be managed by privately hired individuals or firms. The first three types of clouds mentioned here are generally thought of as "platform clouding" while the final two fall under what industry experts call "services clouds".

The economics of today's computing are requiring businesses to transform themselves into one of the aforementioned types of clouds. While transitioning in the business world and tech industries isn't always smooth nor easy this transition is a necessary and inevitable one. Fortunately there are a large number of companies out there that can be hired to not only assist with these transformations but complete them for businesses of all sizes too. While large and midsize businesses will either transform into one of these types of clouds and will have plenty of guidance in doing so, small businesses are often intimidated by cloud computing though they needn't be. As these transformations take place and become more common small businesses that rely on the cloud will be gently guided in the right direction so they can not only utilize cloud services but utilize the ones that are right for them as well.

TH2 specializes in Costa Mesa IT Services and IT Support in Orange County.

Creating Mobile Apps For Your Business

Mobile technology has not only changed the way businesses operate but has made the consumer experience more convenient than ever. Both products and services can be viewed and ordered right from mobile phones tablets, and of course a laptop/tablet hybrids. It matters not whether a company  sells skateboards or is one that offers housecleaning services, making both your website and your product/services available on mobile devices is something you can't afford not to do.

Here at TH2 Technologies we can help businesses of all sizes not only create mobile versions of their websites but apps for both android and IOS smart devices. When apps are used in conjunction with a functional mobile website turnover rates tend to increase because they allow customers and those interested in your products/services instant access to what they need regardless of where they're at. Our app creation process begins with a consultation where we gather information about your business and then we meet with our designers who develop and quality test each and every app we create. Once the app has been created and tested it can be made live making your website and your products and services accessible to everyone everywhere.

Should you have any questions about creating an app for your website/business or about our computer services in general please do not hesitate to contact us as we would be happy to assist you.

TH2 Technologies specializes in the following:

Managed Mobile Services, Orange County Mobile Apps, and Orange County Data Protection

Outsource All Your Computer Needs And Save Money

Small and midsize businesses face an uphill battle when it comes to managing their networks and the IT costs associated with doing so. Things like overtime, persistent problems, and less than cooperative employees can greatly hamper a business network functionality which in turn affects employee productivity. While in years past only the largest of businesses outsourced their networking and IT needs to a firm dedicated to those services it is become far more affordable and common for small and midsize businesses to do the same.

Not only does outsourcing a company's computer needs to a firm that exist solely to address those needs save a company a great deal of money but plenty of hassle as well. When outsource all of your computer needs to a local company like TH2 Technologies you're getting a talented staff of computer professionals that is on call 24 hours a day 7 days a week. This means that business owners and managers don't have to deal with cranky or non compliant in-house IT professionals when a problem arises after business hours. Businesses also can avoid paying overtime fees and will have somebody monitoring your network constantly. Problems are found quickly by outsourced computer professionals and remedied equally as fast.

Should you be an individual who owns or manages a small to midsize business and is in need of computer, IT, or networking services please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance.

TH2 Technologies specializes in the following:

Orange County Computer Services, Hosted Exchange, and Orange County Networking Support

Network Security: The Professionals Checklist

Security and computers have become synonymous with one another especially in the last several years as information has been both stolen and leaked to the public. Businesses who utilize computers heavily and rely on their networks for productivity and daily operations stand to lose quite a bit when there's a security breach or issue on their network. While these thoughts often have business owners/managers in a mental frenzy and always looking over their technological shoulder, there is good news. There are a great number of computer firms for higher that deal specifically with stepping up and monitoring network security for businesses of all sizes. While some small and midsize business owners might believe themselves immune to problems simply because they're too small to be worth the effort nothing could be further from the truth. The unscrupulous individuals that break into networks and either take, delete, or implant their own malicious information do not discriminate on the basis of company size.

Once hired companies that specialize in business network security do a number of things to keep intruders out and to keep sensitive and important data safe and secure. Perhaps best of all is these network security services cost relatively little compared to what it will cost to repair the damage caused by hackers/intruders. The money spent on data recovery, network repair, and public relations is often 5 to 10 times the amount of business owners/managers will spend keeping the network secure.

The first thing that network security professionals will do once hired is evaluate a network and its firewall. Networks without a firewall are at a significantly higher risk of not only data theft but Malware, virus, data theft, and spyware infections as well. A network without a firewall will receive one immediately once it is found there is none to be had. Professionals will also check to ensure that a network firewall is both modern and/or up-to-date. It's not uncommon for firewalls to be installed and then left for years at the time which only serves to reduce their effectiveness. Business owners should remember that a properly configured firewall is essentially the first line of defense their network has. It also determines the rules for which ports open and close. Improperly configured firewalls on networks are just as bad as networks with no firewall.

The second thing that professionals often evaluate when hired to step up network security for a business is passwords. Network and especially firewall passwords should never be left at their factory default as many hackers can figure out network and firewall passwords simply by identifying their make and model numbers. The more complicated and lengthy a network or firewall password is the more difficult it will be for anybody with bad intentions to do any damage. Professionals that find networks with poor, default, and even no passwords will promptly work closely with business owners and IT professionals to remedy that immediately.

Updating router firmware is the next thing professionals will address. Outdated router firmware is common, especially in small businesses, simply because business owners don't give them much thought and may not have an IT staff on hand to address those issues and to keep things up-to-date. Outdated router firmware exposes networks to hackers by being easier to to circumvent. It only takes a few moments to update router firmware and the amount of protection doing so brings is invaluable.
Many hackers employ simple methods to determine just how exposed a router and/or a firewall is to the outside world. The most simple method of all is to send ping requests out to certain networks. Gauging a networks response tells a hacker everything he/she needs to know about a network and just how vulnerable it may be. When professionals are hired to monitor and step up network security for businesses they will often block pings altogether or single out specific pings placing them in a sort of blacklist so that a network will not respond to them.

Professionals hired to improve network security often do a self scan to determine what ports are open and visible to other networks. In this sense they behave like a hacker so as to determine how vulnerable a specific network might be. Simply put it allows network security professionals to see what hackers see. Professionals can make adjustments within a network and within firewalls as well close any vulnerabilities that might be present.

Near the end of their evaluation, network security professionals will often lockdown a company's IP address. Left open IP addresses can make it easier than ever for attackers to come after a network. Locking down IP addresses dramatically reduces vulnerability and the number of attacks are actually attempted. When a businesses IP address goes unseen hackers will never know it's there.

Network security may seem a scary thing to business owners and some managers though it needn't be any more. Not only has security technology improved and usually moves faster than hackers these days but the professionals available for hire to monitor and improve network security for any business are extremely affordable. There are no longer any legitimate reasons for businesses of any size to forgo hiring someone to monitor or at the very least evaluate their network security.

TH2 specializes in network security and IT support.

Fostering Peace Of Mind: Testimonials

Knowing all you can about a company prior to hiring them can give consumers peace of mind and confidence in any company that they're interested in. Typically consumers will spend hours and sometimes days scouring the Internet reading reviews, engaging in social media conversations about a particular company, and even speaking with a company's current and past clientele.

Here at TH2 Technologies we aim to please not only with our services but with our customer service as well. Part of giving good customer service is making sure our clients and prospective clients have easy access to information about our company and to client testimonials. Nothing installs confidence in the consumer like testimonials do and more often than not testimonials move consumers to hire a company. For your convenience we have placed the vast majority of our client testimonials on our website for easy access. Here's one to get you started!

Visit Our Testimonials Page!

When you have a free moment swing by our website and take a look at the rest! After reviewing our client testimonials should you find yourself with questions please don't hesitate to contact us as we will be happy to assist you in any way we can.

TH2 Technologies specializes in:

Orange County Computer Repair, Orange County Computer Support, and Managed Mobile Services

Rolling Blackouts in OC

Hello All,

Some of you may be aware that the power situation in southern California is tight this summer. So tight that the ISO (aka CalSO) is letting customers know that rolling blackouts are a possibility. The ISO says that it’s unlikely that it will come to rolling blackouts, but we maintain that most people can’t bet their business on it. Rolling blackouts and hard power cycles are potentially damaging to networking equipment and servers. The issue with rolling blackouts is that when the power is restored to a particular area, everything in that area begins catching up immediately. For example, when all the A/C units have been off in an area for a rolling blackout, it’s likely that they will all kick on almost immediately when they get power again, trying to catch up for the temperature increase during the blackout. The same applies for many servers, switches, UPS, routers, and user’s desktop machines. This sudden increased demand for power can cause power surges. BIG ones. Power surges can toast routers and switches and damage components in servers.

TH2 would like to help. One quick and cheap way of protecting yourself is to buy decent surge protectors for networking equipment in your office. Trip-Light has a great site to help you select appropriate devices, and they are a trusted manufacturer of network protection equipment. The switches, routers, modem, and servers you have should all be protected. Look for surge protectors with a high joule rating. This denotes how much power a surge protector can absorb without failing. Obviously, the higher the better!

All UPS have built in surge protectors and also provide battery power to devices for a short time in the event of a power outage. This can help protect networking equipment and also get your business back up and running in the event of a rolling blackout. The only issue with an UPS is getting the right size and making sure to balance loads across different devices. TH2 can help pick and install the proper UPS for your business.

Finally, sign up for Flex Alerts. Flex Alerts will send out messages when the grid is approaching capacity, allowing the users of that grid to take action before power companies are forced into rolling blackouts. The more people who are signed up for Flex Alerts the better! Get your friends and associates signed up too. When you receive a flex alert, the idea is for people to try hard to cut excess power usage by turning off lights and not running appliances for a while. Here is the Flex Alerts site: http://www.flexalert.org/

Naturally, we are more than willing to come in and do a power audit on your site for you. Ideally, we can replace old power hungry equipment with newer, more efficient hardware. Eventually power savings (along with long term cooling savings, maintenance, up-time, and the higher productivity afforded by newer hardware) can often times make up a portion or all of the upfront costs of new hardware and installation. 

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Should you have any questions regarding the services offered by TH2 Technologies please be sure to contact them for further information.

TH2 specializes in Orange County IT Support, Orange County IT Services and Orange County Computer Support.

Mobile Integration And Management

Though businesses began implementing mobile devices into their business strategy and infrastructure a few years back the process is now just beginning to become commonplace and is rapidly increasing in popularity. Despite these things some businesses are still holding out for variety of reasons. Some business owners/managers believe that mobile device implementation has no place in their particular business or will bring nothing beneficial to it while others fear implementing mobile devices because of the perceived high cost of doing so. Other owners and managers shy away from implementation due to security concerns and some erroneously believe that mobile devices used in business don't do anything but cause hassle.

The truth about mobile implementation in utilization in business however is that when handled properly by a reputable computer firm the process is neither overly expensive nor detrimental to any business that adopts it. In sharp contrast mobile device implementation and management begins paying for itself immediately by way of increased productivity and efficiency of work. Whereas management and ownership is concerned the process immediately allows those persons in those positions to begin monitoring the work employees do and monitor or assign new projects and implement new policies without ever leaving their home or hotel room. In effect implementing mobile devices into a business carries with it only benefits. There are no drawbacks to utilizing mobile devices, be them smart phones or tablets, in modern businesses.

Business owners and managers that do decide to move forward with mobile device implementation do need to spend considerable time reviewing the firms they're considering hiring to help them with this however. A hasty decision or hiring can be disastrous as there are extensive security measures that must be put in place by experienced and savvy computer professionals. Confident and reputable computer professionals that help businesses implement mobile device technology into their infrastructure will properly address protecting data, constructive limitations on mobile devices, and cross network and device communication. Additionally these professionals will ensure that businesses are protected from loss of mobile devices, are able to track mobile devices via GPS, provision mobile devices for fast configuring and communication, and enforce strict security protocols. Additionally many of these computer firms will also offer some sort of warranty to further bolster trust and peace of mind with their clients.

In addition to security and ensuring productivity, computer firms that work with businesses to implement mobile technology will also be watching networks and mobile devices 24/7 so that management and owners don't have to. Anytime problems arise or there are hiccups or security risks present, these professionals can address, identify, and correct the problems immediately. While there is a lot to consider prior to implementing mobile devices into a business or before hiring a company to manage mobile services a business can only benefit from allowing its employees to utilize either their own or assigned to mobile devices. These make work easier to complete and manage and can give people the ability to work even when they're away from the office.

Th2 Tech specializes in managed mobile, Orange County IT support and San Diego IT Support.

Mobile Device Management Questions

After reading about mobile device implementation and considering it for their business, many business owners and managers are often left with more questions than answers. They also sometimes walk away from information with more trepidations and doubt. They do so only because most of the information out there pertaining to mobile device business implementation only talks about what it can do for their business and doesn't necessarily talk about costs, security, and the actual implementation itself.

Here at TH2 Technologies we aim to educate our clientele and answer any questions they may have regarding the implementation of mobile devices into their business. While implementation isn't overly difficult for us nor for business owners it is a complicated process that requires careful planning and a lot of thought before the process is ever started. An initial consultation with a computing firms such as us can give a business owner and/or a manager a really good idea of whether or not mobile implementation will work for them and whether or not it's worth the cost for their business.

There are also a lot of security concerns that need to be addressed during the consultation. Questions like "can employees use their own devices or do we assign them company devices?" and "how much access do we give employees?" all need to be addressed up front. The amount of security needed will vary from company to company and will depend largely on how much data and information employees and even management can access from mobile devices. Moreover the types of access a business owner/manager wants to allow will determine the type and amount of security that are implemented which can affect costs.

Mobile device implementation will carry different security requirements and financial costs for every company. In order to determine what it will cost for your business a consultation is recommended. Please be sure to contact us for a consultation and with any questions you may have about mobile device implementation.

TH2 Technologies specializes in:

Managed Mobile Services, Orange County Cloud Computing, Orange County Data Recovery, and Orange County Computer Services

Mobile Devices And Business Integration

Mobile devices provide people with a myriad of different ways to handle things in both their personal and professional lives. No longer must we wait until we get home to log onto the Internet through a desktop or a laptop. We can now access recreational, and more importantly, important information very easily and very quickly through mobile devices.

Whereas business is concerned mobile devices have redefined the ways in which people address business whether they be business owners/managers or hourly employees. Mobile technology allows owners and managers to reach their employees when they're away from the office and even assign work to them should they not be able to make it into the office. On the other hand, employees can access import company information and even work from home and on the road very easily through mobile devices. Mobile devices have freed employees from cubicles and offices and allows them to get more done not only during business hours but after business hours as well. Mobile devices have essentially given businesses and their employees a way to be more productive and more efficient with their work.

On the consumer side of things businesses can have apps created so that shopping and purchasing items/services on mobile devices is a cinch for the customer base. Consumers, like business persons, no longer have to wait until they get home to utilize their desktop to make purchases or get information about a particular company as it's now available on all types of mobile devices.

Mobile devices keep consumers, employees, and business owners connected in ways that were not possible just a few years ago. Integrating mobile technology into business isn't difficult but it does require experienced hands and is best left to professionals. Should you have any questions about mobile business implementation or like to have it set up please don't hesitate to contact us!

TH2 Technologies specializes in:

Managed Mobile, Managed Mobile Services, Orange County Computer Consulting, and Orange County Computer Services

Th2 Technologies Announce the New Managed Mobile

Reduce Your Exposure to Risk

 Are your employees' smart phones an open door to your secure network and critical data?

Mobile computing is becoming increasingly popular among businesses no matter how big or small they may be. In order to support your daily business activities as securely as possible on your mobile device, like you do on your computer, you need reliable resources to provide you this security.

Th2 Managed Mobile Provides Enterprise Class IT Management

-Secure and protected access to corporate data

-Enhance your productivity by eliminating the unnecessary distractions

-Increase your profits by securely leveraging your mobile computing

Did you know your corporate data can become available to anyone if you lost your mobile device without a password?

What if you don't have a reliable connection and with a single missed e-mail you could lose a big business opportunity?

How would you know if all your warranties are up to date? Do you get a monthly support activity report?

Managed Mobile by Th2 Technologies has a new product to increase your business productivity by keeping your employees away from unnecessary distractions and by providing you a secure and reliable network and unmatched IT support.

Key Features

-Remotely wipe lost devices

-Track device location via GPS

-Track and report on mobile assets

-Enforce security protocols

-Standardize configuration for fast and easy provisioning

-Managed device warranty

Testimonials

“Jeff and Kristen White are people of integrity who I am proud to recommend. They over-deliver, provide excellent quality work, and are a pleasure to do business with.” Tim Ailanjian, P.E.

"Everyone is working again. Thank you, you don't know how awesome this is to get back to work within minutes of knowing something isn't working." Stephanie Murray Law Offices of Ryan Harris

Managed Mobile will give you the peace of mind you deserve in order to make the most profit out of your business, while keeping all your mobile computing safe and secure. As we know the #1 problem the HR faces in today's world, and a costly one at that, is distraction of your employees and the decrease in your and their work potential. This can make you lose a lot of money. TH2 Technologies will help you get the most of your employees by eliminating unwanted distractions.

 

Th2 Tech

23591 El Toro Rd.

#255 Lake Forest, CA 92630

Phone: 949.235.8742

FAX: 949.215.6051

sales@th2tech.com

http://www.th2tech.com

The Next Business Revolution: Managed Mobile Devices

Years ago computers and the Internet completely revolutionized business. They both changed how we work, how information is stored, and even where we could work from. As technology continues to become more efficient the business world too becomes more efficient and more productive than ever has been. At the turn of the millennium it was the broadband revolution and in the 2000's automated networking was the next big thing. Here in the early part of this new decade mobile devices are once again changing the way we do business and making our lives and jobs far more efficient than they once were.

In the last couple of years businesses have began incorporating mobile devices into their networks and business infrastructures. No longer are managers, owners, or even your average employee cutoff from the office or their supervisors once their shift is done. Additionally mobile devices give employees the ability to pull company information while away from the office and even to work from home or on the road should they travel for business. Mobile devices are true blessing to businesses and their employees however there are a great number of risks involved when utilizing mobile devices in business. First and foremost any company data that can be accessed through or stored on a mobile device can be stolen or corrupted which in turn can damage a company, its clients, and its employees.

While business owners and even managers will undoubtedly get excited at the prospect of implementing a mobile device program they must always remember to put security first. This is especially true if a business allows its employees to utilize their own personal devices to access company information or deal with employees. Disgruntled employees, unscrupulous individuals, and just plain miscreants are always watching and testing networks for vulnerabilities. As incorporating smart devices into business is fairly new this is often a favorite target of these types of people.
 Business owners and managers needn't worry however as many computer contractors/services now offer some form of managed mobile protection. These types of services allow business executives and managers to remotely wipe data from lost devices, block unknown or unwanted mobile devices from a network, mobile device tracking via GPS, easy provisioning, and in many cases the warranty. Some computer professionals will include additional services under their managed mobile umbrella though the service tends to vary from contractor.

By minimizing the company's exposure to risk and protecting important data businesses can safely implement the usage of mobile devices without any worry. They can sit back and enjoy the multitude of benefits that mobile business brings with it. Those business owners and managers interested in managed mobile services strictly for productivity reasons will be happy to know that the majority of these services configure smart devices and networks so that productivity is maximized. Things like bugs, viruses, login problems and lag are virtually nonexistent using a managed mobile service.

Th2 Tech specializes in IT support, Managed Mobile and Cloud services.

Cloud Computing And Mobile Devices

When one thinks of managed networking services or even cloud services one rarely thinks of mobile devices like smart phones or tablets. In truth however smart mobile devices are everywhere and have become a major part of both our personal and professional lives. Businesses have already incorporated many different types of mobile devices into the network so that executives and even ground-level employees can access and transfer sensitive data between a business network and their mobile device.

While the incorporation of mobile devices into business is certainly exciting and convenient the IDC reports that 40% of IT decision makers allow their workers access to corporate information from employee owned personal devices and that 70% of employees indicate they access corporate networks through their devices regularly. The incorporation of mobile devices into business has become crucial to many companies which is why it's so very important to ensure that security risks are minimized and that productivity is maximized. The only way to ensure these things happen however is through a remote cloud service like the one we offer.

When you hire us to manage your networks and the mobile devices being used on them you will have the ability to:

• Remotely wipe lost or stolen devices
• Track device location via GPS
• Standardize configuration for fast and easy provisioning
• Enforce security protocols
• Track and report on mobile assets
• Manage device warranty
• ...and much more!

By allowing us to manage your mobile devices and your networks you will dramatically reduce your company's exposure to risks, enhance employee productivity, and increase profits as a result. Mobile devices are changing the way we do business and making things much more convenient and efficient than ever before. Businesses however must be cautious when incorporating mobile devices into their infrastructure and take the necessary steps to ensure that risks are minimized.

Should you have any questions regarding our cloud and mobile device services please be sure to contact us that we may be of assistance.

TH2 Technologies specializes in:

Orange County Cloud Computing, Orange Count Computer Services, and Orange County Network Support

The word outsourcing generally leaves most business owners and managers wincing and sighing. Not only do the majority of them want to keep their businesses local, especially whereas their employees are concerned, but they also want to keep things close to ensure quality. When it comes to employing and managing an IT staff however things get expensive very quickly and managers and owners will find themselves having to play technological triage with their networks and staff. This balancing act or tug-of-war if you will often leads to greater networking problems and even problems with an IT staff down the line.

At TH2 Technologies we understand just how difficult this balancing act and prioritizing of network issues can be. For this reason alone we created our on-site and remote troubleshooting services. By outsourcing your work to us you're still keeping your business local but you're allowing professionals to address any and all network issues 24-hour day and 365 or 366 days a year. Our extremely talented staff constantly monitors networks to ensure that they are functioning properly and when problems do arise fix these problems regardless of what time it is or what day of the year it might happen to be. By outsourcing your IT and networking needs to us you're actually going to be saving money and hassle simply because we never stop watching or patching your networks. While the vast majority of problems can be resolved remotely our staff also travels to your office to fix the more daunting problems.

Should you have any questions about our on-site or remote troubleshooting services please don't hesitate to contact us!

TH2 Technologies specializes in:

Orange County Computer Consulting, Orange County Computer Services, Orange County Data Protection, SanDiego Networking Services

Hosted Exchange Compliance for Enterprises

One of several questions enterprise or medical clients ask me often is if our Hosted Exchange solution meets a certain compliance standard. With the move to a new Hosted Platform, accompanied by the data centers those servers are in, we now comply with several standards.

• ISO27001
• Data Processing Agreement
• HIPAA Business Associate Agreement (HIPAA BAA)
• Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)
• Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

The two we're questioned about the most are ISO27001 and HIPAA compliance. It's especially important to medical and credit-card processing organizations to comply to the standards set forth for businesses in those fields. We are always very excited to let potential customers know that we do, and if we host your email, compliance is something you no longer have to worry about.

A good follow up question for any email hosting organization you're considering hosting with is what assurances they can give that they will maintain their compliance standards. This is something often overlooked by someone looking into a hosting option. Because our solution is supported by Microsoft, we can offer more solid compliance assurances than most people. As long as Microsoft's solution maintains compliance, ours will as well. Because Microsoft is such a massive company with world wide deployments that require compliance standards, we are 100% confident in our compliance being maintained. This confidence is also yours to inherit when choosing TH2 as your hosted email provider.

We know every business is different, and with compliance being as complex and vast as it is, we are more than happy to address you specific needs as a business. Getting in touch with us is easy, just email exchange@th2tech.com to get to me, Ricky. I'll work with you to ensure your business meets or exceeds the requirements for security, integrity, and retention requirements to put your email worries behind you.

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Should you have any questions regarding the services offered by TH2 Technologies please be sure to contact them for further information.

TH2 specializes in Orange County IT Support, Orange County IT Services and Orange County Computer Support.

24/7 Monitoring 365 Days A Year

When a business employs an IT staff a network can be monitored heavily during business hours but IT employees, though they remain on call, are only notified after business hours when there is a critical problem with a businesses network. This is mostly due to the fact that it is impractical from a financial standpoint as is having a second IT staff working after business hours. Not only is it very expensive but IT professionals are hard to come by.

One of the reasons our IT and network services are so popular in Orange County and San Diego is because we monitor all of our customers networks 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. There is never any down time at TH2 Technologies. The money small and midsize businesses save by utilizing our IT and networking services is great because having to pay an IT professional that's on the books over time or additional regular time in the middle of the night can easily break payroll budgets. Moreover when you hire TH2 Technologies to monitor your networks and computer infrastructures round-the-clock you won't ever have to pay additional fees for issues that occur during holidays or even in the middle of the night. In fact the majority of the time major issues are fixed before employees and even business managers/owners enter the office the morning following a problem.

Should you have any questions about our networking or IT services please be sure to contact us that we may be of assistance.

TH2 Technologies specializes in:

Orange County It Company, Orange County Network Support, Orange County It Services, San Diego It Services, San Diego Networking Services

Disk Reformatting and Data Recovery

Disk formatting and data recovery are scary words to hear. Data... it can be stored on the smallest of devices like memory cards, it can be transferred from one device to another, like from your PC to your flash drive etc. Easy to store, easy to remove and unfortunately easy to lose. But do we really lose data even when we format a disk whether it be intentionally or unintentionally? What happens when we format a disk? What happens to the data? Basically, when we format a disk, all data stored on it is erased by the operating system. When we say “erase” we are actually talking about wiping the “address tables”, not the data stored on it. So you can think of it this way: just because you can't see it on the computer screen, it doesn't mean it's not there.

Once you format your disk and assign a new address table to it, what happens is that the new address table tells your system that more storage is now available. If you accidentally formatted your disk and you need data recovery, then you need to reformat your disk so your data becomes visible again.

How To Reformat A Disk For Data Recovery

Now that we know data recovery means bringing the stored information back to its original address table, the question is how to fetch the old data to bring it back to its original address table. When you look for information on the internet about this topic you will see many different suggestions and options. Not all information you read online is reliable. Especially, if we are talking about really important data, one little mistake can result in overwriting it forever. Like saving new data on a formatted disk. You will need well designed software to guide you through the process to perform this job and the best way to do it is to always contact an IT support company and get professional help from the experts.

There might be different types of files saved on your disk and you might not be able to find the exact location of certain files without the proper knowledge. In the end, when you have the chance to recover what you need, you can risk losing it by doing something wrong. There are different levels of disk formatting, and as a result there are different levels of data recovery. What we usually perform in most cases is something that we call “low level formatting”. To recover data from this you might simply need “format recovery” but depending on the results you get, you might find out that the corruption is more serious than you thought. In which case you would need an “advanced recovery”. This is why you need to consult a data recovery expert to perform the job for you so you can recover your data with the least amount of damage.

TH2 specializes in data protection, Orange County IT company and San Diego IT services.

Keeping Your Business Data Safe

Of all the computer problems that can plague small and midsize businesses none are more dangerous nor detrimental than data loss. While it's true that not all data is of equal importance, when dealing in business any loss of data is also potentially a loss of productivity, profit, time, and customer relations. In some cases data loss can even result in lawsuits which are a bane to small and midsize businesses.

A business can protect this data in many different ways. Businesses operating on very modest and tight budgets may not back data up at all or may utilize simple flash drives are portable hard drives for backup. Other businesses with a bit more flexibility in their budgets may have their data backed up on site by way of servers but neither of these methods is a surefire way to protect data from disasters. The only way a business can be certain their data is safe is to have it stored off-site and in the cloud. Keeping data stored off-site ensures is that it can be restored should a fire, earthquake, flood, or other natural disaster strike. It even safeguards against in-house software and hardware problems that can cause data loss.

Should you be a business owner/manager interested in in securing your company's data in an off-site location we can help! Please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance.

TH2 specializes in Orange County Data Recovery, Orange County Data Protection, Orange County Cloud Computing, Orange County Computer Support, Orange County IT Support, Orange County IT Services and Orange County Computer Support.

Computer Services You Can Rely On

With so many computer and networking services available for small and midsize businesses to take advantage of it can be hard to ascertain which ones are worthy of hire and which ones are right for you and your company. If you're the type of business owner or manager who not only wants to save money but hire a friendly, efficient, and reputable service that focuses heavily on customer service and unparalleled support then TH2 Technologies is the company for you.

TH2 Technologies isn't content in just providing a solid computer support service as it also seeks and strives to ensure 100% customer satisfaction 100% of the time. Don't take our word for it however and take a look at the video below which features TH2 Technologies owner Jeff White!

Should you have any questions regarding the services offered by TH2 Technologies please be sure to contact them for further information.

TH2 specializes in Orange County IT Support, Orange County IT Services and Orange County Computer Support.

New Services Continued

Last week, I posted about our new Hosted Exchange solution, and if you missed it, you can look HERE. To sum it up, we're offering a better solution that has higher availability than what we are able to offer on our own. In addition to that, I mentioned the flexibility of the service. No one has really asked what that means, but I figured I'd go ahead and talk about it anyway. It's a great question to ask, 'How can a hosted Exchange platform be flexible at all?' It's a good question because on it's own, hosted Exchange isn't any more or less flexible than an onsite implementation, or one hosted with someone else. Where the flexibility comes in is in regards to integration to other online services. The hosted Exchange accounts can and do integrate with several hosted offerings, these include SharePoint, Lync, Office Web Apps, Desktop Office Rights, and Project Online. There are some others that will be far less popular, like SQL database hosting, Azure, and Intune.

What this means to our customers is that if some of you want SharePoint later, we can integrate it into your current offering. That means one account, one console, one point of access, and one bill for all your collaboration and email services. What's more is we can add services on a per user basis. If you have 30 people, but only 10 will use SharePoint, we'll sign you up for 10 licences of SharePoint. The other users won't be presented with the option to access it or asked to upgrade. It's just business as usual for everyone else. The same goes for users that need additional mailbox space or advanced mailbox features like litigation hold or archiving. You can have a few users with these features and the rest of the office on the less expensive option. Finally, if you want to licence Office 2013 through us, we can offer that on a monthly basis as well! This allows your company a lot of flexibility in how to provide any and all services to whatever segments of your user base that you want, without having to deploy or maintain a SharePoint or Lync server for just a few users.

While these are great options, the truth is most of you probably won't really find a good reason to use them right away. That being said, why not sign up for a platform that is both cost competitive and offers these features on demand later down the line? These features aren't going anywhere, but your business is! When your growth finds your needs becoming more diverse, it's as easy as a call to us get that going.

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Should you have any questions regarding the services offered by TH2 Technologies please be sure to contact them for further information.

TH2 specializes in Orange County IT Support, Orange County IT Services and Orange County Computer Support.

Learning and Growing

Fun times at TH2 these past few weeks! We've partnered with Microsoft to offer an even better Hosted Exchange Solution, and we've moved most of our existing customers to the new solution. It's an exciting and affordable solution that offers better availability and compatibility with new features and even other services!

What's really interesting about cloud based Exchange servers is the price point is dropping so drastically it's often more cost effective to host even a small or medium business' mail in the cloud, even if the business already has an Exchange server on site! Let's take a quick look at why this is.

Costs and considerations of managing your own Exchange server:

• Basic Mailbox Management Costs (Time paid to techs to manage mail for your domain)
• Power and Cooling of servers
• Backups - even more costly if Off Site Backup is needed
• Troubleshooting Failures or Service Outages - Can sometimes include ticket costs to get Microsoft involved if the issue is severe enough.
• Yearly Certificate Costs - For secure Anywhere Access to your office Mail Server
• Spam and Virus Scanning and Filtering Service
• Hardware Updates and Maintenance - eventually hardware refresh
• Software Updates and Maintenance - This is Exchange updates and upgrades, including:
• Time to install service packs, updates, potential downtime for reboots
• Upgrading to latest version of Exchange when needed (Features, current system becoming unsupported, etc)
• Configuring and setting up new integrated services when your business grows
  

Costs and considerations of TH2's Hosted Exchange:

• Monthly Cost Per Mailbox
• Initial Project Cost of Migration (One-time fee)

As you can see, there are incredible benefits and potential for savings by letting TH2 manage your mail in the cloud for you. What is most appealing to many managers and CFO's when considering the service is the predictable cost of Hosted Exchange; because TH2 rolls the cost of everything into the monthly mailbox cost, there are no surprise fees or large bills due at renewal times.

So, think it over, and by all means, call us! Ask for Ricky (or email him, exchange@th2tech.com), he'd be happy to rant and rave about the stability and versatility of the service we're offering, and be candid with you about your business' needs and help you to see if Hosted Exchange with TH2 is the way to continue growing your business and bring enterprise class services to the small or medium business level!


Should you have any questions regarding the services offered by TH2 Technologies please be sure to contact them for further information.

TH2 specializes in Orange County IT Support, Orange County IT Services and Orange County Computer Support.

New Computer? Maintenance First!

As powerful as computers have become both desktops and laptops remain fragile machines that require a lot of tender loving care and maintenance over their lifetime. This maintenance and care go far beyond the simple dusting of a keyboard or the blowing out of events. To keep a desktop or laptop healthy and functioning at optimal levels there are number of things that need to be addressed.

As savvy as some persons might be computer maintenance, be it for a laptop or desktop, sometimes requires the experience and knowledge are professional. A professional will not only address all of the common issues that plague desktops and laptops during their lifetime by will be able to identify and correct issues that often go overlooked by the layperson.

Common Desktop And Laptop Maintenance Issues

• Spyware/Malware Removal
• Virus removal
• Hardware and software troubleshooting
• Drive installations
• RAM Installation
• Operating Systems: Installation & Repair

Should you be experiencing problems with your desktop or laptop to run out and purchase a new one, contact us first! We offer a wide variety of PC repair and support services.

TH2 specializes in Orange County Computer Repair, Orange County Computer Consulting, Orange County PC Repair, Orange County IT Services and Orange County Computer Support.

Trouble Dealing With Your ISP?

When a business has problems with its Internet Service Provider it can be a real hassle to reach any sort of suitable resolution. Communication problems between a business owner/manager and the representatives working at the ISP are usually abundant and frustrating for all parties involved. Moreover some ISPs use the fact that many business owners and managers aren't very tech savvy to their advantage when looking to dodge the issues and when giving out information.

No longer must business owners and managers deal with these headaches. TH2 Technologies can be hired to contact a business's ISP and handle all the troubleshooting and communication on behalf of the business that hires them. Some business owners and managers may be asking "why would I hire somebody to do this for me"? The answer is fairly simple. The staff at TH2 Technologies speaks the same language that the representatives at the ISP do which makes getting problems resolved easier than ever before. ISP representatives will be unable to "pull the wool" over the eyes of the experienced staff at TH2 Technologies and the two can work together quickly to resolve issues.

TH2 Technologies can help businesses with the following problems:

• Not getting the bandwidth a business is paying for.
• Packet loss which causes intermittent connections.
• The addition of new devices into networks.
• Modem upgrades.
• Port blocking.
• Bandwidth throttling.

Should you be a business manager/owner that had difficulties dealing with your ISP be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance!

TH2 specializes in Orange County IT Support, Orange County IT Services, Orange County Computer Services, Orange County Network Support, and Orange County Computer Support.

Computer And Network Infections

Since their inception spyware, Malware, and viruses have plagued both the private computer user and businesses with a myriad of different problems. Everything ranging from the more benign slowing of the computer to the far more dangerous data theft and remote access issues, computer infections can be a liability for businesses of any size. Moreover these things can be difficult to remove even for experienced savvy computer users.

The good news for business owners is that spyware, Malware, and virus removal needn't be something that causes stress nor worry. Hiring a reliable and reputable computer support firm to remove computer and network infections has become both affordable and extremely easy. The talented staff at TH2 Technologies can not only remove troublesome PC and network infections but can help prevent future infections as well. It might be tempting to have in-house IT personnel attempt to tackle the more difficult infections however this can result in costly overtime as well as other hassles.

Should you have any questions regarding computer and network infections, the dangers they pose, or like to hire someone to get rid of those problems for you please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance.

TH2 specializes in Orange County IT Support, Orange County IT Services, Orange County Spyware Removal, Orange County Virus Removal, and Orange County Computer Support.

How To Save Data From A Wet Hard Drive

One of our worst nightmares... spilling something on the computer or lap top especially when we have extremely important or personal data saved in it. Life just happens, and so do accidents. If you ever find yourself in this situation do not panic (well maybe a little) because there is help.

First thing's first and it is the most important step, so you need to act fast. Power your device down and make sure you wipe the outer surface as fast and carefully as you can before more fluid finds its way into the depths of your computer. If you keep a good absorbing cloth nearby at all times, you will have better chances of soaking up most of the water before too much damage is done. However, if you are not home, and you have nothing handy near you, then at least try to get to a paper towel or napkin as fast as you can. When you are not a computer expert you can never tell how much water went into the hard drive and how much dust had been there before the accident. That is why you need to be careful when you are trying to dry your hard drive on your own. But if you will take it to a specialist it is better to keep it in a sealed container and take it to a specialist that way.

If you can not take it to a specialist do not attempt to turn your computer back on because you will never know how much water is inside and if you try to do that, chances are you will cause a shortage and your computer's future might be at risk. Just let it dry for a while. After this, things get a little harder. You will need to remove the drive and have a specialist investigate the damage. If you do not know how to remove the drive, then you will need to take the whole thing to a specialist and let them do it for you. The first thing the specialist will look at will be the shortage.

If you don't have the option to take your computer to a specialist, one thing you can do is to hook up your drive to an old computer you have at home. Many of us have old ones lying around. You just need to make sure that the old computer is safe and has no electrical problems. If you can turn it on, and it starts with no problems, your first action should be copying all data from the drive onto a safe device like a flash drive or an external hard drive. This will save your important files even if the drive gives you problems in the future. Knowing that you have a back up is definitely a sigh of relief.

TH2 specializes in Orange County IT services, Orange County IT Consulting and San Diego IT Consulting.

Delivering A Service, Buliding Relationships

Business owners and business managers often hire outsourced IT and networking services solely based on price. While the cost of any service should always be factor into the decision to hire or not hire any specific firm, there a lot of other things to consider as well. More often than not you get what you pay for and sometimes even when a business owner/manager gets what he/she is paying for there is still something missing from the service.

Here at TH2 Technologies we do things a little bit differently than other orange county IT support and networking services. While we certainly strive to keep the costs associated with our services competitive and as low as possible we also strive to offer services that are far more reliable and efficient than those offered by our competitors. In addition to this and perhaps more importantly we place a heavy emphasis and focus on customer service. We want all of our clients to be satisfied 100% of the time with all aspects of our services. We make it our goal to not just deliver a service to a business in need but to build relationships with businesses as well.

Should you be a business owner/manager looking for a reliable and affordable networking or IT support service then look no further than TH2 Technologies. Of course should you have any questions regarding our services please be sure to contact us that we may be of assistance.

TH2 specializes in Orange County IT Support, Orange County IT Services and Orange County Computer Support.

Modern Spyware

With a very few rare exceptions most computers and even networks have spyware lurking on them somewhere. Further creating a problem is the fact that most people, even professionals, maybe unaware that the spyware is there. This is because a lot of modern spyware now gets downloaded simply by visiting a website. Whereas it used to be that spyware could only be contracted by downloading a program loaded with it or opening a suspicious e-mail attachment, these days the unscrupulous individuals who devise these applications have found a way to work under the radar so to speak.

In many cases modern spyware is programmed into specific websites which when visited by an individual are downloaded silently in the background while the user browses through the website. Unbeknownst to the individual visiting an infected website not only does their computer become infected with spyware but if they are part of a large network the network can become infected as well.

Even more frustrating and frightening is that this type of spyware no longer functions as solely an executable file or file designed to coax an individual into opening it. Instead modern infections now mimic DLL files and infected them so that they begin functioning just as soon as a PC has been booted up. This can make removing them extremely difficult for even the most adept computer professional. Whereas in years past professionals and lay persons could boot their computers into safe mode to rid themselves of spyware infections modern spyware programs sometimes prevent that from happening as well.

While some individuals and business owners may not care how or why spyware functions the way it does they should take note of the dangers that these modern types of spyware pose. While individuals don't have as much at stake as business owners any private data or sensitive material can easily be viewed and/or copied by outsiders once certain types of spyware have been introduced to a computer or network. This type of scenario is a complete nightmare for businesses and can lead to loss of productivity, lawsuits, data loss, among other things.

In order for businesses and individuals to avoid the many problems that modern spyware carries with it its a good idea to work with some sort of professional networking or IT consulting firm. While there are certainly many tech savvy individuals and business persons out there, computer professionals have the experience and the tools necessary to rid individual computers and networks of not only the spyware but the secondary and tertiary problems/infections as well.

Even the most secure networks and computers running state-of-the-art firewalls and anti-spyware software are going to get infected at some point and on a fairly regular basis. To stay one step ahead of the game business owners, individuals and computer professionals need to work hard in order to understand how modern spyware works and what the consequences of becoming infected with it mean.

TH2 specializes in Orange County computer services, Orange County IT Consulting and Orange County virus removal.

Keeping Your Network Technology Up To Date

The technology surrounding computers and networking is in a constant state of evolution. While the next revolution in business computing and networking is knocking on our doorstep those responsible for it already have a successor in the works. This can make it difficult for businesses of all sizes to keep up.

While immediate upgrades aren't always necessary businesses do need to do their best to stay current in order to keep productivity and security high. Business owners and managers often find themselves lost in the sea of ever changing technology when the time for upgrades come though they needn't worry. By utilizing a computer consulting firm individuals responsible for a business can have their networks assessed to find out exactly what, if anything, is needed. After an assessment is made computer consulting firms will recommend and then assist with any upgrades a business owner or manager okay's.

Keeping a business network as modern as possible means better productivity, greater security measures, and of course peace of mind. Should you have any questions regarding our computer consulting services be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance.

TH2 specializes in Orange County IT Support, Orange County IT Services and Orange County Computer Support.

Outsourced IT Services: Saving Businesses Money

If you're a business owner then you know just how expensive it can be to keep a competent IT team on the books. Not only is it expensive but managing such a time and the overtime they can accumulate can be a real chore. These problems are tough to deal with for large sized businesses but for mid sized and small businesses it can be a nightmare.

Any business that utilizes a network and more than a couple of computers can no longer get away with not having IT professionals on staff. This fact however poses a real financial problem to many businesses. What many business owners and managers are unaware of however is that there is an alternative to keeping an IT team together and that is outsourced IT support. While the term outsourced carries some negative connotations, hiring an outside firm to handle networking and computer issues is almost always more affordable and reliable than an in house IT team. Here at TH2 Technologies we offer IT support services that give business owners and managers peace of mind. We're always on call and all problems/issues are addressed quickly. When you hire an outsourced IT firm you won't have to worry about spending extra money on overtime, slow to come solutions, and less than stellar support.

Should you have any questions about our outsourced IT support services, please don't hesitate to contact us!

TH2 specializes in Orange County IT services, Orange County IT company and San Diego IT Services.

Keeping Business Networks Safe

Network security compromises are commonplace in the modern world. Furthermore any business who operates off of and relies on a network to operate is constantly at risk. Sometimes it's a disgruntled employee, other times it's a customer, but most the time security compromises and business networks happen as a result of hacker activity. These individuals spend considerable hours figuring out how to compromise and businesses network in order to obtain client and employee information, credit card information, and even sensitive data. While there are certainly some business owners that ignore the problem and hope for the best there also a great deal many business owners who feel helpless and as though there is no way to protect their business or their network from such unscrupulous individuals.

Creating a secure network can be a daunting task especially for small businesses who operate on very limited budgets however it is an impossible. By both finding a reputable IT service firm and by keeping expectations realistic even the smallest businesses can obtain and maintain a secure network free from hackers, Malware, spyware, and viruses.

There are essentially three things that all business owners must keep in mind and be aware of. The first is that their employees are both their biggest risk and their biggest asset. In many cases where a businesses network is compromised the culprit turns out to be a bitter employee sitting quietly in their office working on an ominous plots to bring their employers operations to a sudden halt. Other times when an employee is involved a network is compromised due to carelessness or a simple mistake.

Some employees may open an e-mail with a strange attachment or even visit websites which appear innocent and useful but in fact are quite the opposite. Business owners can avoid many of these problems by educating their employees and making them aware of the risks that come along with both illegal network compromising activity and the detrimental effects of being careless online.

There is no and probably will never be a be-all and end-all solution that keeps networks safe from any problems. The only true way to keep a network free from security issues is to take it off-line which is impractical and itself can bring a businesses operations to a standstill. Business owners need to be aware that 85% of spam e-mail contains links to malicious websites or files in that well over 75% of websites are actually compromised legitimate websites. Instituting a fair use policy for its employees and enforcing it with regularity is a good effective way of staving off the issues that can arise as a result of poorly monitored network usage.

Lastly there are several things that business owners and managers can do to make their networks remain secure for longer and stave off some of the larger and more problematic issues. Working closely with their IT teams are in IT firm, business owners should institute something that sees passwords change on a regular basis. Passwords are often the first target of hackers and individuals with less than savory intentions so it's best to change them and change them often. Including antivirus software on all workstations and servers is another important item that should be on the list of all business owners wary of security problems. Keeping them up-to-date is also a good idea. In addition to these things business owners should make sure that the company utilizes strong firewalls along with antivirus and spam filters for all their e-mail applications.

Again there's no way to make a network immune to security problems but by following the aforementioned tips a business owner/manager and their IT teams can reduce the number of issues along with the severity of them to a very large degree.

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