Selecting IT Support Services That Are Right For Your Business

Business owners and managers that are considering outsourcing all of their IT needs to a company such as TH2 Technologies should remember to take their time and never hire any company without first doing their research. Of course speaking with a representative from any particular computer firm, reading reviews online, and even speaking with past and current clientele can give a business owner and/or manager a good idea as to how company operates. More importantly however  investigating and researching a company can help a business owner/manager determine whether or not that company's Orange County IT support services are right for their company.

There are a large number of very different IT support firms all over Orange County and to a large degree, Southern California. Not all of these companies offer services as comprehensive as TH2 Technologies nor do all of them customize their services to meet the very specific needs of individual businesses. The last thing a business owner or manager wants to do is pay for computer or IT support services that give too much or too little to their company. There are fewer things worse in business than paying for something and not getting enough or paying for more than you actually need. To learn more about the Orange County IT support services offered by TH2 Technologies click here.

TH two technologies strives to and prides itself on offering small and midsize businesses customized IT support services. These types of services ensure that business gets exactly what they need, when they need it, and without all the hassles that come along with employing an in-house IT support staff. If you're interested in hiring an IT support firm that monitors your business round-the-clock and can fix issues and implement upgrades and changes with minimal, if any, downtime and consider contacting TH2 Technologies for a free quote.

TH2 Technologies specializes in the following:

Orange County IT Support and Orange County Computer Consulting

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

Managed Mobile: Get A Free Quote For Your Business

While it is commonly known that TH2 Technologies provides free quotes for small and midsize businesses throughout Orange County, many businesses are unaware that they also do so for companies interested in making their mobile devices HIPAA compliant and can usually undertake the process for just six dollars per device. Of course every company has different needs and requirements for mobile technologies and so the cost may vary from business-to-business though you'd be hard-pressed to find better or more comprehensive mobile device services anywhere in Orange county.

Businesses that have long considered implementing mobile devices into their operation but haven't yet done so due to concerns with cost and security can breathe a sigh of relief. The talented and experienced individuals that make up TH2 Technologies are more than adept at making mobile devices compliant, secure, and easy to use for any business. Prior to contacting the company business owners and managers can click here to learn more about TH2 Technologies Orange County managed mobile services and their Orange County computer services.

Make Your Mobile Devices HIPAA Compliant for as little as $6 per device
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If after visiting their website you find yourself with questions and/or concerns please do not hesitate to contact them. A friendly and knowledgeable member of their staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have and put your concerns to rest. Furthermore you can discuss receiving a free estimate and even sign up for the companies outstanding mobile device services.

TH2 Technologies specializes in the following:

Orange County Computer Services and Orange County Managed Mobile

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

Installing And Repairing Alternative Operating Systems

While it is certainly popular and some might even say traditional to utilize Microsoft's Windows in a business environment not every business needs nor benefits from utilizing Microsoft's operating system. Depending on a business's security needs, finances, and an owner's personal preferences, a business might benefit greatly from an alternative operating system. While uncommon in business environments operating systems such as Apple's MacOS and any version of Linux can be a boon to a business's productivity and security when implemented by professionals.

While TH2 Technologies certainly handles its fair share of work related to Microsoft's operating system many business owners are unaware that the company can both install any of the aforementioned operating systems, work within those environments, and even repair them. The talented staff at TH2 Technologies is extremely adept and familiar with all of the alternative operating systems floating around out there and can easily assess whether or not a specific business needs or will benefit from such an operating system. To learn more about TH2 Technologies Orange County computer services and operating system services click here.

Should you be interested in learning more about how these two technologies can help your business install one of these alternative operating systems or repair one please be sure to contact them. A knowledgeable and friendly member of their staff will gather information and even provide you with a free quote should you be in need of one.
  
TH2 Technologies specializes in the following:

Orange County Computer Services, Orange County Computer Consulting, and Linux For Businesses

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

Fixing Your Problems Remotely

When you hire us to handle all of your computing and networking needs you end up paying less than you would employing a full-time in-house staff to do many of the same things that we do to keep your network running smoothly. Many times our clients are sure how we make our services so affordable especially when juxtaposed with the costs associated with employing in-house IT professionals.

The answer to this very common question is quite simple. 99% of the time we can address issues from our office and even from other remote locations. The technology we utilize allows us to identify problems and implement fixes no matter where we are in no matter what time of day it is. It is a very rare thing that we ever have to travel to a client's place of business to fix an issue which in turn saves our clients a ton of money. You can click here to learn more about the technologies we use to fix problems remotely.

Should you have any questions about the technologies we utilize to remotely address issues or should be interesting in receiving a free quote please don't hesitate to contact us. We would be happy to assist you.

TH2 Technologies specializes in the following:

Orange County Computer Services and Orange County Computer Support

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

We Do Search Engine Optimization Too!

While we are primarily known as Orange County's number one computer and networking support firm, we also offer search engine optimization services for both existing clients and those businesses who may not necessarily need assistance with their computers or networks. Our search engine optimization services are extremely popular and help businesses broaden their exposure within the search engines. In turn this helps drive more traffic to their site and creates more business for them.

We offer several different and very affordable search engine optimization packages. You can learn more about our packages by clicking here and once you do you'll realize that search engine optimization isn't only for big businesses or for those businesses with extremely deep pockets. Even a modest marketing package can work wonders for a website and the business its attached to.

Should you be a business owner and/or manager that needs your company's website to do more for you then you might want to seriously consider entering the online marketing world. Websites that have no marketing are rarely found by people searching for something specific while those that do have marketing behind it can be found worldwide. Should you be interested in or have questions about our search engine optimization packages please do not hesitate to contact us. We would be happy to assist you and provide you with a free quote.

TH2 Technologies specializes in the following:

Orange County Computer Services and Orange County Search Engine Optimization

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

Computer Won't Start? We Can Recover Its Data

There is a common misconception amongst business owners and managers who have computers that won't start but also contain data that they can't afford to lose. This misconception being that once a computer will no longer start or boot up that data is forever lost. In fact most of the time just the opposite is true.

Here at TH2 Technologies 90% of the time a computer no longer starts we are able to recover all of the data on its hard drive. There are several different methods for recovering data from a failed computer but no two jobs require the same methods and our talented team of professionals are extremely adept at utilizing the right method for the right job. If you'd like to learn more you can also click here.

Should you have computers in your place of business that no longer start but contain data that is vital to your business please do not hesitate to contact us. We'd be happy to provide you with a free quote over the phone and help you recover all of your data.

TH2 Technologies specializes in the following:

Orange County Computer Services and Orange County Computer Support

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

Non-Profit Office 365 Benefits

There are some very cool Office 365 benefits for Non-Profit Organizations. Many NPOs already know about cheap software benefits using TechSoup.org, where any 501(c)(3) can grab Office 2013 for $24 a license, and Windows 8.1 Enterprise for $12. There are several low-cost hardware and software offerings (laptops/desktops/phones/Quickbooks/Exchange, etc). These offers are really great for NPOs to keep their costs down when running their own services, but for small NPOs, running servers on site can be a real pain, and more expensive when taking into consideration the cost of support. Google Apps for NPOs is a good option, but many people are remiss to give up the awesome collaboration benefits of Exchange and Outlook.

There’s a better option. Office 365 is being offered to NPOs for free and low cost options. Let’s look at one TH2 Client to see the benefits up front:
Situation: NPO Client has 2 servers, both are old and need to be replaced. This NPO was running Exchange 2003, Active Directory, and Raiser’s Edge and Financial Edge.
Solution 1: They need at least one server to replace the two, something that can run Active Directory and their financial programs on site. But, do they need a new Exchange server as well? The server alone was quoted out at $3,000, and then there was the install cost, and our $100 a month Exchange management cost.
Solution 2: Now, let’s look at an Office 365 solution for this same NPO. No server to replace Exchange, but there is the cutover project to move them to Office 365. The cost of this project was approximately the same as the setup cost of Exchange 2013 on new hardware. The difference is there is no hardware fee to go along with it. They have 7 users on site, and we change $12 per mailbox to manage Office 365. They are now at $84 dollars per month with more services, a lower initial investment, and lower long term costs. Costs like major updates to Exchange, future hardware updates, power and cooling costs, and of course, they have no offsite backup cost and a SLA from Microsoft guaranteeing 99.9% uptime of their services.

Summary
This is a great example of what NPOs are able to accomplish using the new offerings from Microsoft. Lower costs all around, and honestly, a better setup. If you’re an NPO, and you’re looking for an IT company that puts you, your needs, and your mission first, give us a call. We’d love to work with you, and get you on board with any of the many benefits you rightly deserve. You put the time and effort into getting your NPO status, let us do the rest of the work required to obtain and leverage your benefits.

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

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.