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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.

How a Manila Folder Could Be Holding Your Business Back

Many businesses are searching for ways to go green. Most of the ones that do are trying to cut out their reliance on paper and printing. This is strategic thinking, of course,...

What is Encryption, and Why Do We Need It?

When encryption is discussed, one of its high points that business professionals try to hammer home is that it’s more secure. But what does encryption really mean for businesses?...

Don’t Make Solutions More Complicated Than the Problem

The act of “yak shaving,” also known as “bikeshedding,” is a specific kind of procrastination that can hold you back from getting the most out of your workday. This week’s tip is...

Tip of the Week: Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your IT Consultant

Budgeting accurately for your long-term IT needs requires an intimate knowledge about technology and IT trends. Compared to other department budgets that are easy to compile by...

You Know Who’s Looking Forward to Tax Season? Identity Thieves

One of the most high-profile hacking attacks in the United States struck last year when the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) was breached. 464,000 Social Security numbers were...

Learn to Use Email Safely

Email is a core component of any business. 124.5 billion business emails are sent and received each day. That's a massive amount of communication and can be a wide-open door to...

Tip of the Week: Here Are a Few of Our Favorite Security Practices

There will never be a time that we are not committed to improving the security of businesses. To continue striving for this goal, we’re dedicating this week’s tip to describing...

With So Many Cloud Options Picking the Best One Can Be Dizzying

Technology plays an integral part in just about all modern businesses in some way, shape or form. Without a place to purchase devices, however, no one can reap the benefits of...