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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.

How to Utilize Charts in Excel

How to Utilize Charts in Excel

Excel is the primary spreadsheet builder and is tremendously valuable to your business. Spreadsheets are perfect for showcasing information in a compact manner, but without a couple of charts, your users will just be staring at cell after cell of dull old numbers. By using charts in Excel, you can take your spreadsheet building to the next level.

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Just Because it's the Holidays Doesn't Mean Cybersecurity Can Take Time Off

Just Because it's the Holidays Doesn't Mean Cybersecurity Can Take Time Off

During Christmas, technology is unavoidable. Traditionally, the holidays were a time when things slowed down for companies, people spent time with their families, and business was put on the back burner. Those days are over. The modern professional is lucky to get a day off for Christmas; and, because of the way business works today, may be asked to do more than ever around the holidays.

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Don't Underestimate the Dangers of Phishing Attacks

Don't Underestimate the Dangers of Phishing Attacks

There are not many security problems that are more dangerous than a network breach. Considering how much you could lose from an unexpected run-in with a hacker, it’s not a surprise that companies are worried. Somehow, even some of the most troubling threats like phishing attacks are often overlooked. A new study introduces the groundbreaking thought that phishing attacks should be at the front of a business owner’s mind regarding network security.

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Make Cortana Only Listen to You

Make Cortana Only Listen to You
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Cortana, Windows 10’s built-in personal assistant, has demonstarted her usefulness for those users who have taken advantage of her services. Occasionally, however, the Cortana interface will answer when another person in the room beckons her. For Cortana to work for one person, and to obey only one voice, the software needs to become familiar with that voice.

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An Innovation Called Wireless Charging

An Innovation Called Wireless Charging

Mobile devices have become invavluable in the modern workplace. It'd be difficult to locate a company that doesn’t use smartphones or tablets in some manner. However, mobile devices will never be truly mobile while they need to be tethered to wires plugged into outlets or USB cables due to batteries losing their charges. An innovation called wireless charging has attempted to shake this concept up, but has it proven successful? And what is wireless charging, exactly?

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Two-Factor Authentication Frequently Asked Questions

Two-Factor Authentication Frequently Asked Questions

Data security has to be an absolutely critical consideration of the modern business, so every small step you can take to protect your business is important. One such step is the implementation of two-factor authentication. Warning: your employees may not initially feel very comfortable with some facets of two-factor authentication.

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Post Office Protocol and Internet Message Access Protocol: Which One Should You Choose?

Post Office Protocol and Internet Message Access Protocol: Which One Should You Choose?

Email is such a familiar solution that most people don’t think twice about how it works. However, it’s critical that you at least understand the concept, as it can provide you with a substantial advantage when it comes time to optimize email access on your mobile devices. Let us discuss the ways in which the two major message exchange protocols differ, and then look into the specifics of why you should choose one over the other.

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The Difference Between Credit Card Theft and Identity Theft

The Difference Between Credit Card Theft and Identity Theft

It's reasonable that people may see having a credit card stolen as identity theft, but that is an oversimplification that can prove dangerous. While credit card theft is an element of identity theft, equating the two means that other forms of identity theft are overlooked. Let's go over why identity theft and credit card theft are not the same thing, and what you can do to help keep your business safe.

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Don't Let Employees Inadvertently Leave Your Business Exposed

Don't Let Employees Inadvertently Leave Your Business Exposed

Insider dangers contribute to a remarkable number of data breaches. These cases of data vulnerability are permitted by a member of your workforce, whether they intended to harm your business or simply made an honest mistake. With so much focus directed toward the dangerss out in the world, sometimes we forget that the biggest threats can be among our ranks. Here are a few ways to keep insider dangers from doing your business significant harm.

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Some of the Best Computer Shortcuts

Some of the Best Computer Shortcuts

The computer an individual owns or uses for work is mostly just a machine used to execute specific tasks. This doesn’t mean that the individual shouldn’t know all of the modern tips that help you get the most out of it, though. Here are some of the best shortcuts that you can use to take full advantage of your workstation.

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For These Updates, Collaboration is Imperative

For These Updates, Collaboration is Imperative

Collaboration is a critical aspect of business these days, which has led to many developers and providers entering the business of collaboration. These developers are in extensive competition with each other trying to update their offering so it's better than the others. Recently, Facebook Workplace, Slack, and Google’s Gmail each received collaboration-boosting updates.

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Gadgets To Gift To Loved Ones With Particular Interests

Gadgets To Gift To Loved Ones With Particular Interests

Selecting the right gift for someone can be stressful. To eliminate some of that stress for you, here are some gadgets that could be the perfect gift for someone on your holiday list.

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4 Steps For Writing A More Effective Email

4 Steps For Writing A More Effective Email

There are positive emails, and there are negative emails. Sometimes it's easy to tell the difference between the two, but can you write an email that’s more likely to be read and acted upon? There are a few imperative steps to writing them more effectively. 

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Behaviors to Avoid While Using a Computer

Behaviors to Avoid While Using a Computer

Mistakes are inevitable, especially where technology is involved. There are numerous ways that user error can occur when using a computer, many of which are avoidable through simple preventative measures. Here are some behaviors to avoid when using a computer.

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Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or Thanksgiving itself?

Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or Thanksgiving itself?

Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, is considered by many to be the beginning of the holiday shopping season. Black Friday is infamous for deals so beneficial that people are willing to wait in line for hours before the stores even open in order to take advantage; however, are these deals really the best compared to Cyber Monday?

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So Many New Smartphones!

So Many New Smartphones!

The holiday season is nearly here! Filled with lots of gift giving and sharing, you’ll want only the best smartphone to ensure that you can keep in touch with friends, family, and even your clients in case of an emergency. Here are aspects of each major smartphone so that you can make an educated decision about which one you want to purchase.

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4 Advantages To Using Managed IT

4 Advantages To Using Managed IT

How does your business control its mission-critical technology solutions? We know that most small businesses have some trouble with this topic, either due to budget restrictions or a lack of personnel. There is a better way to manage your business’ technology: managed IT services.

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How To Change Colors In Google Docs

How To Change Colors In Google Docs

Google Drive folders appear in gray by default, but you can alter the way they look to make things easier to see. This blog entry is dedicated to helping you set up a color system in your folders so that you can navigate your Google Drive more efficiently.

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Bill 2763 Could Help Small Businesses

Bill 2763 Could Help Small Businesses

For small businesses to remain competitive in this economy there has a chance for them to participate as a viable competitor. This is the goal of a United States bill that has passed through the House of Representatives and is moving forward to be voted on by the Senate.

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The Advanced Protection Program is Google's Latest Creation

The Advanced Protection Program is Google's Latest Creation

Google is developing ways to protect the data of a small group of its users who have the greatest risk of encountering a data hack or breach. The Advance Protection Program is the name of this new service and shows promise in protecting the information that these select few can access.

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