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How to perform a clean install of Windows 11

Posted on Friday January 27, 2023  |  usb, microsoft, recovery, pc, operating system, reboot, windows 11, advanced startup, bootable media, clean installation, iso, reset pc

Performing a clean install of Windows 11 allows you to start fresh with a completely new operating system that is free of old settings, unnecessary files, and potential malware. It also gives you the opportunity to upgrade your machine if you've been using an older version of Windows. Doing so can give your device faster boot times, improved stability, and enhanced protection against malicious software. Here are the different methods you can take to perform a clean install of Windows 11.

How to back up your Android data

Posted on Friday July 13, 2018  |  tablet, smartphone, recovery, google drive, google account, data backup, android

There's no denying that backing up your data is important. If you don't, a cyberattack or hardware failure could wipe out invaluable personal and professional information. This doesn't just apply to desktops and laptops. Android phones and tablets store plenty of important data, which means they need to be backed up, too.

Windows puts bloatware in the crosshairs

Posted on Friday July 01, 2016  |  windows, refresh, recovery, microsoft, install, crapware, bloatware

Even an IT novice can recognize the scourge of 'bloatware' on new hardware. It doesn't matter what type of new gadget you've purchased, it's bound to come loaded with unnecessary apps and software that the manufacturer believes will drive you to purchase more of their products. And while they aren't impossible to remove, those pesky programs can take a lot of time to get rid of. With Microsoft's new 'Refresh Windows' tool you can send all of them back from whence they came in just two easy steps.

Lower your costs with virtualization

Posted on Friday February 26, 2016  |  virtualization, system, software, smb, small, recovery, medium, disaster, desktop, cutting, cost, businesses

For the past year Strem Chemicals, a Massachusetts-based company which manufactures and markets specialty chemicals, has utilized virtualization. This process has seen them improve in several areas such as cost reduction and even disaster recovery. This is one of thousands of companies that has saved a substantial amount of money since incorporating virtualization into their business model. With that in mind, here are couple of ways SMB's like yours can use virtualization to enhance cost benefits beyond the bottom line.

The Importance of Disaster Recovery

Posted on Wednesday January 27, 2016  |  security, recovery, protection, outage, network disruption, downtime, disruption, disaster recovery, disaster, data protection, data loss, contingency plan, contingency

Most business owners don't normally think they will be a victim of a natural disaster...not until an unforeseen crisis happens and their company ends up suffering from thousands or millions of dollars in economic and operational losses -- all because of the lack of thoughtful disaster preparedness. This post gives small or mid-sized businesses (SMBs) basic information on the vital importance of having a Disaster Recovery (DR) plan to help them survive any potential disasters.

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