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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.

Six Variable to Contemplate on Technology Moves

Six Variable to Contemplate on Technology Moves

Technology spending is an issue that every company has to confront. There are a lot of options out there and a lot of promises made of which many won’t ever come to fruition, so it’s critical to know exactly what it is that your business needs before committing to any technology investment. Listed below are six variables to consider when deciding on your next technology move. 

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Less Expensive Smartphone Options from Samsung, Apple, and Google

Less Expensive Smartphone Options from Samsung, Apple, and Google

With smartphones becoming more costly every year, the top offerings from major manufacturers price some out of the market. This offers a chance for these companies to provide budget smartphones to a growing market of people who don’t want to drop $1,000 on a new phone. Listed below are options from Samsung, Google, and Apple that can be had for a fraction of the cost of today’s flagship smartphones. 

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The Most Innovative Smartphones Available Today

The Most Innovative Smartphones Available Today

Last week we took a brief look at the best phones money can buy. This week we look at devices that cost more than the flagship devices and don’t necessarily have the specs that back up the price. On the other hand, these devices have something else: an innovative new twist or two. Listed below is a look at some of the most innovative new devices that you can find on the market today.

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5 Tips for Saving Money on your IT

b2ap3 thumbnail thumb save-moneySaving a little on your technology can go a long ways, but cutting too many corners can lead to additional problems and expensive downtime. Here are a few ways you can cut costs without creating long term issues.

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Steps to Follow If You Dropped Your Smartphone in Water

Steps to Follow If You Dropped Your Smartphone in Water

Sometimes, smartphones accidentally fall into a toilet, sink, puddle, or some other area of water. Needless to say that dropping electronics into any water is never good, but let's examine what to do if this happens to you.

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Why Managed IT Makes Sense for Busy Business Owners

Why Managed IT Makes Sense for Busy Business Owners

Managed services have been around for ages. For example, wealthy individuals will often hire someone to take care of their extravagant home, like doing the housework or tending to the garden. Did you know that managed services can be acquired by the average business owner to further enhance their organization’s operations?

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4 Money-Saving Measures Any Business Owner Can Implement

4 Money-Saving Measures Any Business Owner Can Implement

Unless you’re at the helm of a Fortune 500 company, it’s likely that you’re always on the lookout for new ways to save money by tweaking your company’s operations. When you’re in money-saving mode, you understand that even a small change can rack up a lot in savings. To help you in your quest to save money, consider implementing these four practices.

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What is Cloud Waste and How Can You Prevent It?

What is Cloud Waste and How Can You Prevent It?

Cloud computing offers businesses an economical way to obtain the software and services they need. Yet, there comes a point when having too much of a good thing becomes wasteful, no matter how affordable the service may be. If a business owner isn’t careful about how they utilize the cloud, then they can unknowingly find themselves experiencing “cloud waste.”

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Why it’s Worth it to Ditch the Desktops

Why it’s Worth it to Ditch the Desktops

Is there any good reason to use desktops in your office? While many businesses still utilize workstations, it’s becoming increasingly obvious that the advantages afforded by mobile technology should make desktops obsolete, especially in light of a recent study.

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How Outsourced IT Frees Up Time and Gives You Peace of Mind

How Outsourced IT Frees Up Time and Gives You Peace of Mind

Running a business is hard. As a business owner, you know this better than anyone else. You have to juggle your assets, manage your workforce, and schedule out tasks to those who are most qualified. Yet, there will likely come a time when a task comes along that nobody within your business is qualified to perform. For many organizations, this task is IT management.

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3 Ways VoIP is Superior to Traditional Phone Systems

3 Ways VoIP is Superior to Traditional Phone Systems

Businesses have always relied on telephone communication systems to stay in touch with external and internal contacts. However, the traditional method of telecommunication has fallen behind the times, giving way to more flexible solutions that are designed to save businesses money and improve efficiency. In particular, Voice over Internet Protocol can be a valuable asset for small businesses that are experiencing growth.

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3 Ways VoIP Triumphs Over Traditional Phone Systems

3 Ways VoIP Triumphs Over Traditional Phone Systems

Businesses have always relied on telephone communication systems to stay in touch with external and internal contacts. However, the traditional method of telecommunication has fallen behind the times, giving way to more flexible solutions that are designed to save businesses money and improve efficiency. In particular, Voice over Internet Protocol can be a valuable asset for small businesses that are experiencing growth.

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Here Are 3 Reasons VoIP Makes Perfect Sense

Here Are 3 Reasons VoIP Makes Perfect Sense

Businesses have always relied on telephone communication systems to stay in touch with external and internal contacts. However, the traditional method of telecommunication has fallen behind the times, giving way to more flexible solutions that are designed to save businesses money and improve efficiency. In particular, Voice over Internet Protocol can be a valuable asset for small businesses that are experiencing growth.

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Your IT Needs to Be Involved with Your Cloud Solution

b2ap3_thumbnail_cloud_it_host_400.jpgOne of the greatest advances in technology solutions to have emerged in the past few years is cloud computing. In fact, it’s one of the most popular Software as a Service (SaaS) platforms out there for the modern business. Are you prepared to commit to a cloud solution that can potentially improve productivity on all levels of your business infrastructure?

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How to Prevent Your Computers from Inflating Your Electricity Bill

b2ap3_thumbnail_computer_electricity_costs_400.jpgTechnology is getting more powerful, but have you considered where all of that power comes from? Not many people actually take the time to understand how much energy their PC or workstation is using, but this could potentially be increasing your operating costs higher than they need to. Try taking the time to calculate your PC’s energy usage to get a feel for what your workstation is costing your business and the environment.

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What Does Your 2015 IT Budget Look Like?

b2ap3_thumbnail_it_budget_info_400.jpgAs we near the end of 2014, the topic of IT budgeting is on everyone’s minds. How much are you willing to spend, and on what? In order to provide optimal figures for the new year, you need to take some time to plan out what you think you need to spend, versus how much you’re willing to spend, on IT. Thankfully, you don’t have to do this alone.

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Tip of the Week: How to Find the Perfect VoIP Plan for Your Business

b2ap3_thumbnail_voip_for_you_400.jpgIf your business has a reliable and high-speed Internet connection, then you’ve got what it takes to experience significant savings by switching your company’s phone system to VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol). Once you’ve decided to make the switch, you will next have to select a VoIP solution that’s right for your organization. Here are some tips to help you make this important decision.

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3 Easy Actions Your Business Can Take to Go Green!

b2ap3_thumbnail_start_going_green_400.jpgWith more businesses becoming aware of the environmental impact of their day-to-day operations, one would assume that a practice like printing would be on the decline due to how wasteful it is. Unfortunately, this isn't the case. Despite advances in digital communication, paper consumption continues to increase by 20 percent each year in modern offices.

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Do Your Remote Workers Have You On Pins and Needles?

b2ap3_thumbnail_remote_worker_concern_400.jpgGiving your team the opportunity to work from home can be tricky business. Who knows how distracted they can get without you around to keep them on track? Still, working remotely has its advantages, for both you and your employees - even if you feel disconnected from them.

It doesn't have to be that way, though. By taking certain steps and measures, you'll feel like your out-of-office team is right in the office with you. Here are a couple of tricks you can use to bring your remote employees into your office... remotely!

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Slow Computer? Increase your memory to boost computer Speeds

b2ap3 thumbnail thumb computer-memory 20120727-153442 1Sometimes when your workstation feels bogged down, a relatively cheap and simply hardware update can make a huge difference in performance. Adding more RAM (Random Access Memory, often just referred to as memory) can be a game changer for your bogged down PC.

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