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Macro Systems has been serving the Metro Washington, DC area since 1997, providing IT Support such as technical helpdesk support, computer support and consulting to small and medium-sized businesses.

What You Need to Know about Bandwidth

What You Need to Know about Bandwidth

The Internet is, along with electricity, a completely essential part of doing business. Listed below is a look at the central metric of Internet usage: Bandwidth.

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5 Common Computer Issues

5 Common Computer Issues

Computer problems can be very irritating, especially when they slow you down while working. Many times, it is something that can be fixed quickly, but then there are issues that an experienced IT professional has to address. Listed below are some of the most common computer problems professionals run into.

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How Enterprise Software Can Assist Your Business

How Enterprise Software Can Assist Your Business

Software is critical for running a modern business. It helps with everything from managing schedules and paying employees to making and selling products. Essentially, businesses need software to run smoothly.

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Explaining Compressed Files and How to Utilize Them

Explaining Compressed Files and How to Utilize Them

A compressed file (also known as a zip file) is a convenient way to accomplish various tasks, although many people may not know what they are or do. Let's fix that; listed below is what a compressed file is and how to make one.

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Outlining the Roles of a Router and Modem in Your Wireless Network

Outlining the Roles of a Router and Modem in Your Wireless Network

Both the router and modem are vital components of any wireless network, yet many people are unsure about the distinct roles they play in a personal or organizational Internet connection. Listed below is a break down of the function of each device and how they work together to support your network.

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The United Nations is Paying Close Attention to Artificial Intelligence

The United Nations is Paying Close Attention to Artificial Intelligence

One of the many tasks undertaken by the United Nations is to protect human rights around the globe while also working to develop more sustainable and climate-friendly development. As such, the UN has recently taken an interest in the development of artificial intelligence, hoping to create guidelines that allow us to get the most value out of AI without creating more significant problems.

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Advantages AI Offers to the Small Business

Advantages AI Offers to the Small Business

AI has become a significant tool all throughout our modern economy. Businesses are utilizing technology with built-in AI because it enhances operational efficiency. Listed below are some of the benefits small businesses can take advantage of with AI.

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Advantages of Utilizing VoIP

Advantages of Utilizing VoIP

Telephone systems are a critical part of any business. Voice over IP, or VoIP, takes telephone systems one step further by making the service more accessible, flexible, and affordable for SMBs. Listed below are some of the benefits you can expect from using a VoIP system.

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Can You Tell If a Hard Drive is Failing?

Can You Tell If a Hard Drive is Failing?

Digital storage has erupted, in no uncertain terms, over the last few decades. While hard disk drives (HDDs) were the predominant storage format for most of that time, today’s faster and hardier solid-state drives (or SSDs) are becoming more affordable and popular.

That being said, there are still plenty of HDDs out there, all far more prone to breaking than their more advanced counterparts. So, how can you tell when a hard drive failure is pending?

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Explaining Immutable Backups and How They Benefit Your Business

Explaining Immutable Backups and How They Benefit Your Business

We have frequently espoused the benefits of data backups, referring to how imperative they are should your business experience a disaster at any scale. That being said, there is always the concern that your backups could also be altered negatively. This is one reason that immutable backups exist.

Let’s take a few moments to examine the concept of an immutable backup and its benefits.

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The Difference Between COPE and BYOD

The Difference Between COPE and BYOD

With mobile devices being such a large part of doing business, it’s imperative that your business has a plan to manage them. Many times this comes with a lot of hand-wringing. One of the biggest issues is whether or not the business invests in their employee mobility or if they simply demand that they gain use of employee-owned devices. In today’s blog we’ll go through the mobile management strategies of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and Corporate Owned, Personally Enabled (COPE).

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The Advantages of Software Management Tools

The Advantages of Software Management Tools

Software fuels most modern businesses, even the small shops down the street. Depending on the size and scope of the business, however, managing software can be complex and downright unfun. Listed below is a type of tool that your business can find great value in: a software management solution.

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Advantages of Using Managed IT Services

Advantages of Using Managed IT Services

Every business relies on technology for at least part of its operations. This means that every business, especially those with operations that make IT an essential part of the process, will need access to some form of IT support.

For most small and medium-sized businesses today, managed IT is the best option. Listed below are a few reasons why this is.

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Technology that can Improve Your Marketing Strategies

Technology that can Improve Your Marketing Strategies

With technology being such a massive part of modern business, many organizations are looking to use it to their advantage. One aspect of the business that is increasingly significant is their ability to stand out amongst their competition. Listed below are a few technologies that can enhance your organizational marketing efforts.

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Clean Data Is Critical for Backend Processes

Clean Data Is Critical for Backend Processes

Businesses are constantly trying to find a way to best utilize their data. Whether it is creating a business intelligence strategy, integrating artificial intelligence, or for simple analytics, without having accurate, reliable data, the insights you derive can be misleading and end up costing you. That’s why it is critical to know how to scrub or clean your data. Having access to clean data is essential for anyone involved in business intelligence or AI. Listed below is a simple guide to help you get started.

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Explaining VoIP and How It Benefits Your Business

Explaining VoIP and How It Benefits Your Business

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is a technology that enables phone calls over the Internet. It provides a modern alternative to traditional phone lines with various advantages, such as cost savings and advanced features. VoIP is revolutionizing business communication and is an essential tool for today's organizations, especially with the rise of remote work. Why it's so popular among modern businesses?

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How MSPs Can Lighten the Work Load

How MSPs Can Lighten the Work Load

There's a lot of pressure on (usually understaffed and overworked) internal IT teams to manage and maintain increasingly complex systems. For businesses noticing signs of strain on their IT staff, seeking assistance from managed services providers (MSPs) could be the remedy. Listed below are tips an MSP like us can use to alleviate the pressure and contribute to workplace wellness for all.

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Technology that Helps Service Providers

Technology that Helps Service Providers

Professional services make up a significant portion of the business landscape. They can be broadly defined as any company with trained professionals at the center offering a service of note. The most common professionals under this umbrella term are lawyers, agents, consultants, and others who help businesses in their day-to-day operations. Listed below are some of the technologies that fuel professional service providers.

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Understanding Opportunity Cost Regarding Technology

Understanding Opportunity Cost Regarding Technology

Part of doing business is understanding certain types of trade-offs related to the decisions you make. Specifically, we want to highlight opportunity cost as it relates to technology. What is the opportunity cost of technology, and why is it a critical concept for a business owner to grasp?

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Best Practices for File Sharing

Best Practices for File Sharing

Ensuring that your organization's file-sharing policies and procedures are built to enhance security can significantly improve collaboration, distinguishing between efficient, streamlined processes and time-purging, wasteful practices. Navigating this terrain can be a challenge. Listed below are several best practices your business can adopt to optimize file-sharing.

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