Category Technology

• Windows 10: Avoid Build 2004 like the Plague

  It’s not often at all that I raise the red flag warning folks not to update Windows, but this is one of those times, and I certainly hope you heed this warning.

  Posted Tuesday June 30, 2020, Author Scott Friend

• Windows 10: Limit Updates With Active Hours Feature

  In Windows 10, one of the most annoying features is the system’s ability to restart your computer to apply updates automatically when you’re actively using it, which could cause the loss of unsaved work and precious time when working on a deadline, not to mention an ill-timed update and reboot during realtime. Although there’s not an option in the Settings app to disable updates entirely, Windows 10 ships with “active hours,” which is a feature meant to make updates less intrusive by letting you specify the time you’ll be working on your computer. This means that if an update is pending, the reboot will occur outside the active hours.

  Posted Thursday February 6, 2020, Author Scott Friend

• What Is the Difference Between Powered & Non-Powered USB Hubs?

  You have a choice when it comes to adding more USB ports to your computer, and the most convenient option may not be the most reliable choice, especially if you plan on connecting flash drives, hard drives or any other high-powered devices to it. Take a few moments to quickly read up on USB hubs and educate yourself on their differences BEFORE you make your next purchase!

  Posted Wednesday July 26, 2017, Author Scott Friend

• Keeping Your Systems (and Data) Storm-Ready

  Summer is King for things like kids playing, family trips to destinations abroad, and overall good times – but summer is also the champion of storms for most parts of the United States. If you’re like most of us, you probably don’t have plans to quickly secure your critical technologies from potential storms and related issues. Our director of IT, Scott Friend, has put together some crucial thoughts and plans to help you keep your family AND your technology (and data) safe from the coming storms.

  Posted Wednesday July 26, 2017, Author Scott Friend

• Laptop Buyer's Guide for the Court Reporting Professional

  Court reporting professionals use their laptops a minimum of 2 to 3 times more/harder than a standard mobile professional. Not only that, but we also use different aspects of those laptops than average users. Knowing which laptop to purchase these days is a matter of knowing what is important during purchase, and what isn’t, or can be put off until later. Step inside and read more to learn just that!

  Posted Tuesday December 20, 2016, Author Scott Friend

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