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Business Technology News You Can Use

At Machado, we believe in writing and sharing content that is actually important to business professionals like you. Whether it’s an update on the latest data breach, a how-to guide on protecting yourself from cyberattacks, or info on the trendiest tech terms, we’ve got you covered.

The Landline Phone: Why Put Up with It?

Are you sick of getting the exorbitantly high phone bill every month? You’re not alone. It can be frustrating paying all that money, especially if the call quality or reliability...

Are You Getting the Most out of Your Website?

There are many considerations to make when thinking about your website—which you need to have, by the way, in order to keep any sort of relevance. People are so plugged in nowadays...

Important Questions to Ask of Your IT Vendor

Anyone who spends a significant amount of time on the phone each day knows the value of speaking with someone knowledgeable and respectful. When your business or organization has...

How to Protect Yourself from Malware and Scams

2019 saw $3.5 billion in cybercrime losses for individuals and businesses, the FBI reports. Over the last five years, the losses total $10 billion. The biggest contributor by far...

Freedom of Operations

How many times has this happened at your business or organization? A computer slows down or goes offline entirely, the email server goes on the fritz, the main website has an issue...

New Technology and Comparative Advantage

We heard a story recently about two neighbors duking it out in the most neighborly way possible. The first homeowner, after saving up some money, decided to convert the shed in his...

Cost Savings and Efficiency

What do you do when the check engine light comes on in your car? How about when a pipe bursts in your home? When the roof starts leaking? (Hopefully, your answer isn’t to break out...

Easy Cybersecurity Solutions for Employees

“Important updates are pending,” reads the white-on-blue alert on your computer screen. “Ready? Restart now. Not ready? Pick a time that works for you.” At the bottom of the blue...