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Windows 7: Under One Year Until Support Ends
Windows 7: Under One Year Until Support Ends
Use Windows 7? Do you love your Windows 7? Will your need or desire to continue to use Windows 7 surpass this year? If so, you should be aware that in just under one year — January 14, 2020, specifically — Windows 7 Extended Support ends for most users. As such, there are things you […]
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Have You Checked Out Weave For Your Dental Practice?
Have You Checked Out Weave For Your Dental Practice?
NOVA has implemented countless Weave installations for our dental clients. It's a VoIP phone system that integrates with your practice management software to help you create more productive and meaningful conversations by serving up relevant details during every interaction.
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Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Remembered mostly for his “I Have a Dream” speech, Martin Luther King Jr. was a man who fought to end segregation in this country. On this day, we remember someone who devoted their life to achieving racial equality. Martin Luther King Jr. was born in Georgia in 1929. He graduated from high school at the […]
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FBI Warns Businesses Of Cyber Attack From China
FBI Warns Businesses Of Cyber Attack From China
Who Has Been Impacted by Chinese Cyber Attacks? At the beginning of the year, the FBI warned businesses to protect themselves from cyber attacks by foreign entities, saying activity has spiked in the past 18 months. Hewlett Packard and IBM are among the businesses most recently targeted. There’s a National Counter-Intelligence and Security Center that […]
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How To Add A Column From an Example In Microsoft Excel
How To Add A Column From an Example In Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Excel has been around for ages. However, did you know that there are a whole host of functionality features to simplify your workflow and help you save time? One of the most commonly used tools is the Add Column from Example option. Here’s what you need to know about it. How Do You Add a Column […]
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What Should Be In Your 2019 Technology Strategic Plan
What Should Be In Your 2019 Technology Strategic Plan
Making an Ultimate Technology Plan for the New Year Times are changing. Apparently, this is the case considering we’re about to head into 2019. How is your current technology holding up at your company? If you feel like there are certain things that you need to change up to stay competitive, it might be time […]
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Are My Dental Practice Emails HIPAA Compliant?
Are My Dental Practice Emails HIPAA Compliant?
Email encryption protects the contents of your emails from outsiders. When an email is encrypted, it's no longer readable until it's unlocked and decrypted. Did you know that HIPAA requires that any email containing ePHI (electronic Protected Health Information) must be encrypted? Email messages must be secured in transit if they contain ePHI and are sent outside a protected internal email network, beyond the firewall.
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9 New Game-Changing Additions To Microsoft Office 365
9 New Game-Changing Additions To Microsoft Office 365
Microsoft recently announced several new updates to Office 365. These updates and additions will help organizations who want to streamline efficiencies and remain compliant with new regulations across numerous industries. The nine key additions and updates to Office 365 will also help organizations effectively manage their digital presence. 9 New Updates And Additions To Microsoft […]
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Is Your 2019 Business Technology Plan Completed?
Is Your 2019 Business Technology Plan Completed?
The new year is already upon us, but it is not too late to put together a solid, sensible information technology plan for 2019. Strategic planning in all areas of operation—including technology—helps organizations budget for and efficiently manage day-to-day requirements while investing in long-term projects and solutions. As your business evolves, so will it’s IT […]
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