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Thursday, January 19, 2012
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
USB Technology
One of the most common features that computer users have enjoyed since the PC became popular is the USB port. Universal serial bus or USB that was developed and put into use in the mid-1990s. USB was designed to carry both data and two PCs and/or portable devices.
The creators of USB set out to create a standardized connection unit for computer peripherals such as keyboards, mice, cameras, printers, etc. Over time however USB's usage expanded to include things like video game consoles, controllers, cell phones, and in some cases television sets. In fact the technology is so popular and in such high demand that the tech has seen two major upgrades. USB 2.0 released in April of 2000 and USB 3.0, the most recent release.
USB 3.0 allows for extremely fast transfer rates between computers and secondary devices which makes it great for moving things like movies and other media library items from one device to another. USB 3.0 can also be used to charge things like cell phones and video game controllers.
If you're looking for a new computer and expecting USB 3.0 to be included be thorough when looking over the machine you interested in. Many of these machines were built before USB 3.0 was released and/or affordable and you may wind up with USB 2.0 if you're not careful. Should you have any questions about USB technology, your USB ports, or computers in general please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance.
TH2 specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery, Orange County IT Support, and Orange County Computer Services.
The creators of USB set out to create a standardized connection unit for computer peripherals such as keyboards, mice, cameras, printers, etc. Over time however USB's usage expanded to include things like video game consoles, controllers, cell phones, and in some cases television sets. In fact the technology is so popular and in such high demand that the tech has seen two major upgrades. USB 2.0 released in April of 2000 and USB 3.0, the most recent release.
USB 3.0 allows for extremely fast transfer rates between computers and secondary devices which makes it great for moving things like movies and other media library items from one device to another. USB 3.0 can also be used to charge things like cell phones and video game controllers.
If you're looking for a new computer and expecting USB 3.0 to be included be thorough when looking over the machine you interested in. Many of these machines were built before USB 3.0 was released and/or affordable and you may wind up with USB 2.0 if you're not careful. Should you have any questions about USB technology, your USB ports, or computers in general please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance.
TH2 specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery, Orange County IT Support, and Orange County Computer Services.
Monday, January 16, 2012
Touch Screen Computer Monitors
Most laypersons are unaware of their existence but touch screen computer monitors have been available for several years now. Additionally most recent computer operating systems support touchscreen monitors and applications but until recently many of these monitors were very expensive and didn't always work as advertised.
As the technology surrounding touchscreen monitors has advanced and become more commonplace prices have steadily dropped making them more affordable and of course more practical for both home and business use. Their three basic systems that are used in monitors to recognize a person's touch.
Touchscreen Technologies:
All three technologies have advanced to the point were they all work well with all of the applications designed for them and can save people at home and in the office a lot of time. Best of all, touchscreen monitors and the operating systems that support them, including the upcoming Windows 8, also support mouse and keyboard functions giving users the best of both worlds which helps increase productivity.
Should you have any questions about touchscreen monitors or should you wish to incorporate them into your business or home please be sure to contact us so that we may help you.
TH2 specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery, Orange County IT Support, and Orange County Computer Services.
As the technology surrounding touchscreen monitors has advanced and become more commonplace prices have steadily dropped making them more affordable and of course more practical for both home and business use. Their three basic systems that are used in monitors to recognize a person's touch.
Touchscreen Technologies:
All three technologies have advanced to the point were they all work well with all of the applications designed for them and can save people at home and in the office a lot of time. Best of all, touchscreen monitors and the operating systems that support them, including the upcoming Windows 8, also support mouse and keyboard functions giving users the best of both worlds which helps increase productivity.
Should you have any questions about touchscreen monitors or should you wish to incorporate them into your business or home please be sure to contact us so that we may help you.
TH2 specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery, Orange County IT Support, and Orange County Computer Services.
Friday, January 13, 2012
Is It Time For A New PC?
When the need for a new computer arises consumers face a myriad of choices. There is of course a plethora of different companies who manufacture computers but there's also the issue of cost, performance, reputation, and in some cases whether or not to build a computer from scratch or to purchase one from an electronics store.
Generally speaking the more tech savvy the individual the more likely it is that they'll opt to put together a computer from scratch. Visiting electronics stores like Fry's and Best Buy will allow such individuals purchase individual pieces of a computer which usually add up to less than what a prebuilt machine costs. For the other 90 something percent of individuals who aren't extremely tech savvy both of these retail chains as well as several others carry some very fine prebuilt PCs. Technology has advanced so rapidly and come so far that even budget PCs boast above average power and resources so an individual no longer needs to be wealthy in order to afford a great PC.
The one other choice individuals face when the time comes for new computer is the issue of operating system. Unless an individual is building their own computer there is a 99.999% chance that the computer they purchase from a retail outlet will be installed with Microsoft's Windows 7 operating system. There are alternatives however and some stores and online retailers will allow individuals to select their operating system.
Should you be in need of a new computer and need some help in determining what you need in a new machine please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance.
TH2 specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery, Orange County IT Support, and Orange County Computer Services.
Generally speaking the more tech savvy the individual the more likely it is that they'll opt to put together a computer from scratch. Visiting electronics stores like Fry's and Best Buy will allow such individuals purchase individual pieces of a computer which usually add up to less than what a prebuilt machine costs. For the other 90 something percent of individuals who aren't extremely tech savvy both of these retail chains as well as several others carry some very fine prebuilt PCs. Technology has advanced so rapidly and come so far that even budget PCs boast above average power and resources so an individual no longer needs to be wealthy in order to afford a great PC.
The one other choice individuals face when the time comes for new computer is the issue of operating system. Unless an individual is building their own computer there is a 99.999% chance that the computer they purchase from a retail outlet will be installed with Microsoft's Windows 7 operating system. There are alternatives however and some stores and online retailers will allow individuals to select their operating system.
Should you be in need of a new computer and need some help in determining what you need in a new machine please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance.
TH2 specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery, Orange County IT Support, and Orange County Computer Services.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Operating Systems: A Major Upgrade Is On Its Way
A computer's operating system is extremely important especially whereas business computers are concerned. While it can be extremely inconvenient and even quite troublesome for home users who run into issues or deal with an outdated operating system, businesses who face the same headaches face a number of others as a result. A business utilizing an outdated or irreparable operating system throughout their office or network face an uphill struggle as well as some difficult decisions. The high cost of purchasing a new operating system for one computer is expensive enough but purchasing a large number of licenses for the entire office/network can range from strenuous on a businesses finances to downright impossible when dealing with smaller businesses.
In years past businesses have avoided operating system upgrades not only because of cost but because of compatibility issues and integrating functionality as well. Of course it goes without saying that the majority of businesses utilize some version of Microsoft's popular Windows operating system. While Windows has continued to improve over the years in some aspects functionality, ease-of-use, and compatibility, issues have plagued almost every new release since the release of Windows 2000. This is especially true of Windows Vista which not only wasn't initially compatible with a lot of the things that Windows 2000 and Windows XP were but the operating system required far more resources and power to run than its predecessors did. For this reason alone the vast majority of businesses avoided upgrading to Windows Vista and held on tight to Windows XP until the release of Windows 7.
While Windows 7 is definitely a huge improvement over the lackluster Vista, there are still some businesses utilizing Windows XP. While these businesses may not need the most modern operating system for their networks they do face a number of challenges especially when dealing with the compatibility of new technologies. Introducing networking and business technologies to a network of XP computers can be challenging and in some cases impossible.
Recently however Microsoft placed a heavy focus on its upcoming Windows 8 operating system which promises to be as different from Windows 7 as Windows XP was from Windows 98. At the Consumer Electronics Show of 2012, Microsoft not only showed off some of the features of Windows 8 but proudly announced that all computers built with Windows 7 would be immediately compatible with Windows 8. While there was no mention of how or if XP and Vista computers will be capable of running Windows 8, the fact that Windows 7 machines will have no problem running the new operating system likely means that computers just a few years older than those most likely won't have any problems either.
Windows 8 is the operating system that businesses have been waiting for. Not only are its resource requirements extremely low and not only will they have little to no problem running the new operating system but the operating system itself will be powered by applications much like those found on cell phones and will also be Kinect compatible which will allow users to control a computer with their hands in their voice as well as a mouse and a keyboard. Businesses who have remained apprehensive about upgrading their operating systems, especially those still running Windows XP, should seriously give Windows 8 heavy consideration. It's due out at the end of 2012 which gives business owners plenty of time to plan for and begin budgeting for a major operating system upgrade.
Questions about Windows or another operating system? Need help with an operating system upgrade? Be sure to contact us and that we may be of assistance
TH2 specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery, Orange County IT Support, and Orange County Computer Services.
In years past businesses have avoided operating system upgrades not only because of cost but because of compatibility issues and integrating functionality as well. Of course it goes without saying that the majority of businesses utilize some version of Microsoft's popular Windows operating system. While Windows has continued to improve over the years in some aspects functionality, ease-of-use, and compatibility, issues have plagued almost every new release since the release of Windows 2000. This is especially true of Windows Vista which not only wasn't initially compatible with a lot of the things that Windows 2000 and Windows XP were but the operating system required far more resources and power to run than its predecessors did. For this reason alone the vast majority of businesses avoided upgrading to Windows Vista and held on tight to Windows XP until the release of Windows 7.
While Windows 7 is definitely a huge improvement over the lackluster Vista, there are still some businesses utilizing Windows XP. While these businesses may not need the most modern operating system for their networks they do face a number of challenges especially when dealing with the compatibility of new technologies. Introducing networking and business technologies to a network of XP computers can be challenging and in some cases impossible.
Recently however Microsoft placed a heavy focus on its upcoming Windows 8 operating system which promises to be as different from Windows 7 as Windows XP was from Windows 98. At the Consumer Electronics Show of 2012, Microsoft not only showed off some of the features of Windows 8 but proudly announced that all computers built with Windows 7 would be immediately compatible with Windows 8. While there was no mention of how or if XP and Vista computers will be capable of running Windows 8, the fact that Windows 7 machines will have no problem running the new operating system likely means that computers just a few years older than those most likely won't have any problems either.
Windows 8 is the operating system that businesses have been waiting for. Not only are its resource requirements extremely low and not only will they have little to no problem running the new operating system but the operating system itself will be powered by applications much like those found on cell phones and will also be Kinect compatible which will allow users to control a computer with their hands in their voice as well as a mouse and a keyboard. Businesses who have remained apprehensive about upgrading their operating systems, especially those still running Windows XP, should seriously give Windows 8 heavy consideration. It's due out at the end of 2012 which gives business owners plenty of time to plan for and begin budgeting for a major operating system upgrade.
Questions about Windows or another operating system? Need help with an operating system upgrade? Be sure to contact us and that we may be of assistance
TH2 specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery, Orange County IT Support, and Orange County Computer Services.
Monday, January 9, 2012
Hosted Exchange Services Are Vital Keys To Business Success
Today's competitive marketplace necessitates the need for businesses to utilize hosted exchange services. Such services are necessary to not only "keep up with the Joneses" but to meet and exceed business and consumer expectations at every turn. Utilizing hosted exchange services allows businesses to store their data online and have access to it any time from any location on the planet. Such services not only prevent data loss but are also helpful in supporting the ongoing productivity of a company as well.
With every seconds that passes there is a greater number of companies that enter into the foray of online business. With greater competition comes a greater need to extend business hours which means even if a company doesn't pay employees to work around the clock, many of the higher-ups in a specific company as well as the owners will find themselves having to work well into the evening and even on some weekends and holidays. In order to do so however and in order to have access to their company's data while away from the office they'll need hosted exchange services of some sort.
Hosted exchange services also allow businesses to communicate, without interruption, with all of their employees, business partners as well as their existing and potential client bases. These types of services therefore allow persons working within a company to stay in constant contact with each other and their client bases during travel and in their time spent away from their workstations and offices.
While there are a will undoubtedly be some business owners, especially those who own small businesses, who believe that they they will be unable to afford hosted exchange services, the truth is that the technology has advanced so rapidly and is offered by a myriad of different companies that even small business owners should have no problem finding a company that offers hosted exchange services at a very fair price.
Business owners who want to stay on the cutting edge of technology both for the benefit of themselves and their client base need to seriously consider adopting hosted exchange services if they have not already. The few businesses that opt out of these types of services generally struggle to survive or disappear after a relatively short amount of time. A simple search on the Internet and a few hours scrutinizing those results should give any interested business owner more than a few phone numbers to call and a few firms to speak with. In today's business world of the quick and the dead what choice to business owners really have?
TH2 specializes in Orange County data recovery, Orange County IT support, and Orange County computer services.
With every seconds that passes there is a greater number of companies that enter into the foray of online business. With greater competition comes a greater need to extend business hours which means even if a company doesn't pay employees to work around the clock, many of the higher-ups in a specific company as well as the owners will find themselves having to work well into the evening and even on some weekends and holidays. In order to do so however and in order to have access to their company's data while away from the office they'll need hosted exchange services of some sort.
Hosted exchange services also allow businesses to communicate, without interruption, with all of their employees, business partners as well as their existing and potential client bases. These types of services therefore allow persons working within a company to stay in constant contact with each other and their client bases during travel and in their time spent away from their workstations and offices.
While there are a will undoubtedly be some business owners, especially those who own small businesses, who believe that they they will be unable to afford hosted exchange services, the truth is that the technology has advanced so rapidly and is offered by a myriad of different companies that even small business owners should have no problem finding a company that offers hosted exchange services at a very fair price.
Business owners who want to stay on the cutting edge of technology both for the benefit of themselves and their client base need to seriously consider adopting hosted exchange services if they have not already. The few businesses that opt out of these types of services generally struggle to survive or disappear after a relatively short amount of time. A simple search on the Internet and a few hours scrutinizing those results should give any interested business owner more than a few phone numbers to call and a few firms to speak with. In today's business world of the quick and the dead what choice to business owners really have?
TH2 specializes in Orange County data recovery, Orange County IT support, and Orange County computer services.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Here Comes Windows 8
It seems like yesterday that Windows 7 was released and it feels like just last week that Windows Vista, its predecessor, was released to the public. In truth Windows Vista was released way back in 2006 while Windows 7 was released over two years ago in October of 2009. This is important to keep in mind because Windows 8 is coming and it's coming quickly.
Any new release of Windows usually has major implications for businesses and gets individual users quite excited. The public beta of Windows 8 is due to be released in February of 2012 which means the release candidate and the retail release aren't far off. Windows 8 promises to bring a whole host of changes to the Windows operating system and some even claim that it will revolutionize the OS as well.
Computer users can look forward to the following things in Windows 8:
Should you have any questions about any Windows operating system please be sure to contact us and that we may be of assistance.
Any new release of Windows usually has major implications for businesses and gets individual users quite excited. The public beta of Windows 8 is due to be released in February of 2012 which means the release candidate and the retail release aren't far off. Windows 8 promises to bring a whole host of changes to the Windows operating system and some even claim that it will revolutionize the OS as well.
Computer users can look forward to the following things in Windows 8:
- USB 3.0 support, without the need to load drivers
- "Windows To Go" which allows Windows 8 to be run from flash drives
- Multiple monitor support with the new ability to natively display different background images on each display and customized taskbar(s) on each of the connected displays.
- A new user interface based on Microsoft's design language named Metro.
- The Start Menu will replaced with a new Start Screen where there are tiles that contain shortcuts to applications.
- Windows Store, an online marketplace for buying, selling, and advertising applications.
Should you have any questions about any Windows operating system please be sure to contact us and that we may be of assistance.
Sunday, December 18, 2011
AMD & Intel Processors: Which Ones Are Best?
For over a decade now tech savvy individuals and computer professionals have debated whose processes are better, AMD's or Intel's. What many are surprised to learn is that while there is some definite differences in both chipsets, the two brands are often indistinguishable in some areas to the average computer consumer while identical in others.
While there are similarities between both brands of processors, the differences are fairly striking. Intel processors for example are the kings of raw speed though AMD processors aren't exactly slow. In contrast AMD processor sometimes feature a greater cache than do their Intel brethren which can be helpful when you're running multiple, processor intensive applications on your computer.
The technology aspect aside, the biggest difference between AMD processors and Intel processors is price. While Intel certainly offers some budget chipsets with modest speeds and decent performance, AMD usually offers the cheaper of the two and has a greater variety of processes available for people operating on strict budgets.
What type of processor you choose will be determined by both your budget and how fast and hard you need your computer to work. If you are uncertain of what processor is right for you and be sure to contact us that we may be of assistance.
TH2 Technologies specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery - Orange County It Support - Orange County Computer Support - Orange County Computer Services - Orange County Computer Consulting - Orange County Network Support - Orange County Managed Services - Orange County It Network - Orange County Managed It - Orange County Outsourced Business It Support
While there are similarities between both brands of processors, the differences are fairly striking. Intel processors for example are the kings of raw speed though AMD processors aren't exactly slow. In contrast AMD processor sometimes feature a greater cache than do their Intel brethren which can be helpful when you're running multiple, processor intensive applications on your computer.
The technology aspect aside, the biggest difference between AMD processors and Intel processors is price. While Intel certainly offers some budget chipsets with modest speeds and decent performance, AMD usually offers the cheaper of the two and has a greater variety of processes available for people operating on strict budgets.
What type of processor you choose will be determined by both your budget and how fast and hard you need your computer to work. If you are uncertain of what processor is right for you and be sure to contact us that we may be of assistance.
TH2 Technologies specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery - Orange County It Support - Orange County Computer Support - Orange County Computer Services - Orange County Computer Consulting - Orange County Network Support - Orange County Managed Services - Orange County It Network - Orange County Managed It - Orange County Outsourced Business It Support
Friday, December 16, 2011
Out Of Control IT Costs
These days IT department costs can quickly spiral out of control and are often the subject of debate at business meetings. IT technology has advanced so far and has changed so much in the last few years that employing and managing an entire IT department has become costly and a waste of time.
Now that entire networks can be automated, monitored and maintained by an off-site/outsourced staff there is really no reason to employ an entire IT department anymore. Businesses who choose to outsource their IT/network needs do so because they know it will save them a ton of money and an equal amount of trouble. Gone are the days when business owners need to take risks in hiring persons claiming to be experienced or IT professionals. An outsourced IT or network firm is the only way to guarantee that a businesses network will be handled by competent professionals.
The need for paying high-priced IT employees overtime when a problem arises is also negated by the network automation outsourced firms provide businesses. Should you be a business owner who needs to save time, money, and trouble by hiring experienced professionals to monitor your network please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance.
TH2 Technologies specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery - Orange County It Support - Orange County Computer Support - Orange County Computer Services - Orange County Computer Consulting - Orange County Network Support - Orange County Managed Services - Orange County It Network - Orange County Managed It - Orange County Outsourced Business It Support
Now that entire networks can be automated, monitored and maintained by an off-site/outsourced staff there is really no reason to employ an entire IT department anymore. Businesses who choose to outsource their IT/network needs do so because they know it will save them a ton of money and an equal amount of trouble. Gone are the days when business owners need to take risks in hiring persons claiming to be experienced or IT professionals. An outsourced IT or network firm is the only way to guarantee that a businesses network will be handled by competent professionals.
The need for paying high-priced IT employees overtime when a problem arises is also negated by the network automation outsourced firms provide businesses. Should you be a business owner who needs to save time, money, and trouble by hiring experienced professionals to monitor your network please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance.
TH2 Technologies specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery - Orange County It Support - Orange County Computer Support - Orange County Computer Services - Orange County Computer Consulting - Orange County Network Support - Orange County Managed Services - Orange County It Network - Orange County Managed It - Orange County Outsourced Business It Support
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Linux Operating System: Saving Businesses Money And Hassle
Business owners have a lot to consider and even worry about when it comes to the computers they intend to use their business. Among the chief concerns and considerations is the operating system they're interested in or interested in upgrading to. While the vast majority of business owners select the Windows operating system there are other alternatives available.
While Windows is compatible with everything, the cost of individual licenses Microsoft asks for becomes expensive very quickly. Business owners considering an office wide upgrade often run into the same problem as upgrades are almost just as expensive as a new operating system and sometimes require a new one as well.
What many business owners are unaware of is that there are a myriad of different Linux operating systems out there, most of which are free even for businesses. Linux has come along way over the past decade and many of the builds available are compatible with many of the programs that run on Windows. Moreover those that have compatibility issues usually offer a free Linux-based "clone" program that that mirrors the Microsoft program needed for business.
Utilizing Linux is not only a cost-effective business solution but more often than not Linux builds are more stable and reliable than anything Microsoft has ever released. Should you have questions about Linux operating systems or should you be interested in migrating your business over to a Linux-based system please be sure to contact us for assistance.
TH2 Technologies specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery - Orange County It Support - Orange County Computer Support - Orange County Computer Services - Orange County Computer Consulting - Orange County Network Support - Orange County Managed Services - Orange County It Network - Orange County Managed It - Orange County Outsourced Business It Support
While Windows is compatible with everything, the cost of individual licenses Microsoft asks for becomes expensive very quickly. Business owners considering an office wide upgrade often run into the same problem as upgrades are almost just as expensive as a new operating system and sometimes require a new one as well.
What many business owners are unaware of is that there are a myriad of different Linux operating systems out there, most of which are free even for businesses. Linux has come along way over the past decade and many of the builds available are compatible with many of the programs that run on Windows. Moreover those that have compatibility issues usually offer a free Linux-based "clone" program that that mirrors the Microsoft program needed for business.
Utilizing Linux is not only a cost-effective business solution but more often than not Linux builds are more stable and reliable than anything Microsoft has ever released. Should you have questions about Linux operating systems or should you be interested in migrating your business over to a Linux-based system please be sure to contact us for assistance.
TH2 Technologies specializes in:
Orange County Data Recovery - Orange County It Support - Orange County Computer Support - Orange County Computer Services - Orange County Computer Consulting - Orange County Network Support - Orange County Managed Services - Orange County It Network - Orange County Managed It - Orange County Outsourced Business It Support
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