Nine Time-Savers using Google Search

By Tom McDonald | Apr 24, 2013 11:11:00 AM

While searching for a keyboard shortcut, I stumbled upon an article from a credible source boasting 10 ways to save time.  I clicked through and started reading.  Number two on their list was, stop procrastinating.  At that moment, I stopped reading the article, which resulted in me saving time. Technically, you could say the article was helpful.

Here is a quick list of popular Google Search Shortcuts.  Not only will they save you some typing, but they net pretty accurate results without having to scroll or sift through various search resources. 

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1 Minute Quiz - IT Support Evaluation for Small Business

By Tom McDonald | Mar 28, 2013 9:57:00 AM

One of three things will happen as you read the questions in this IT Support Evaluation QUIZ: 

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Small Business Tips from your friendly IT Support Provider - NSI

By Tom McDonald | Mar 21, 2013 12:05:00 PM

I recently overheard an employee talking about a salon she visited, and she was enthusiastically explaining how the owner organizes fundraisers, chooses environmentally friendly products that are free of harmful chemicals, and offers excellent prices.  Clearly, she was “recruiting” her colleague into becoming a client of this establishment because she was so happy with her experience. 

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How this IT Support Co solves Forbes list 5 Small-Business Problems

By Tom McDonald | Mar 6, 2013 3:11:00 PM

Forbes.com recently published a list of Tech Solutions for 5 Common Small-Business Problems.  Well, NSI is a small business, and we have problems just like anyone else.  Sure, we provide IT Support to thousands of businesses throughout New England, but technology is a broad term and we are consumers of tech, just like you.

The Forbes list focuses on five areas of concern for small business owners:
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Don’t tell me I need a Network Upgrade !

By Tom McDonald | Dec 4, 2012 3:52:00 PM

Well, you probably do.  Regardless of how skilled your IT Support, Network Admin or Computer Services are, if you are a business owner you will be faced with upgrades. This is the reality of what it takes to run a business in today’s competitive market.  What if NSI stopped upgrading?  How would we stay in business and maintain our ability to provide services like TotalCare, Data Backup and Recovery, Remote Help Desk Services, On Site Computer Maintenance and Printer Repair?  We would stink, and no one would want our antiquated service offerings. 

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