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How to Listen to Podcasts

You may have noticed an exciting new happening in the world of spoken word news and entertainment. Not too long ago your only options for spoken word were radio talk shows or audiobooks, but today podcasts have become hugely popular.

The 2019 West Virginia Technology Expo

On Thursday, July 18^th and Friday, July 19^th, we held the first-ever West Virginia Technology Expo.

The West Virginia Technology Expo showcased information technology brought to the Mountain State by its largest full-service IT company, Advantage Technology. Hosted at the spectacular Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center, attendees had unprecedented access to industry insiders, training opportunities and the chance to network with colleagues.

Quick Bytes: Get Someone’s Attention in Microsoft Teams

The great thing about Microsoft Teams is that it allows individuals to collaborate and interact within a group without drawing the focus of the entire group. However, there are times when you do need to draw the attention of a specific person or everyone in a Team. To do that, use the @ mention.

Quick Bytes: The Cybersecurity Mindset

Cybercrime is everywhere these days. You read about companies being hacked or watch news about identity theft being on the rise... It seems like every day there’s some new scam being perpetrated on the public! If you’re wondering how to stay safe in cyberspace, I’m going to give you an important tip.

Quick Bytes: Syncing Office 365 Files to Your PC

These days it seems like all your files are in the cloud. But what if your traveling or have some other trouble connecting to the internet? You need those files stored on your local hard drive. Fortunately, with Office 365, that’s pretty easy.

Intel CPU Shortage

Beginning in late 2018 the supply chain for PCs was drastically hit by a shortage of Intel CPUs. The CPU, or central processing unit, is a key component of all computer systems. With this shortage, PC manufacturers are unable to complete systems and that has unfortunately led to long waits for new computers.

Quick Bytes: Snip and Sketch

Few things are more frustrating than trying to explain a computer error to someone over the phone. So whenever I have an error and need some help, I use the new Snip & Sketch tool for Windows 10. With Snip & Sketch, you can capture any part of the screen with a quick click, sketch notes or make highlights and then paste it right into an email.

Quick Bytes: Saving Items in Teams

Microsoft Teams is an excellent tool for collaboration. Using social media techniques, you can have group conversations and private chats, share files and even hold video conferences. However, with all of that going on, it’s easy to lose track of important communications. Thankfully Teams has an easy to use tool to help you stay on top of things.

Quick Bytes: Patches and Updates

Patches and updates come up a lot in the computer world these days. It seems like every time you turn your computer on or open an app, you are told there are patches and updates available. But what are patches? And what are updates? Are they the same thing? Or are they different? Why are they presented to you so often?

Bridgeport-Clarksburg IT Consulting with Patrick Marozzi

Patrick Marozzi, a former high school baseball coach, is looking to pitch a perfect game for Advantage Technology in the Bridgeport-Clarksburg area.

Marozzi says he sees incredible potential for Advantage Technology in the state’s North Central Corridor.

“My plan is to make this one of the most successful territories for our company,” he says. “There is a lot of opportunity with all of the development along I-79. Business is steadily growing in North Central West Virginia.”

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