Many US companies and others worldwide who do business in the European Union (EU) have been preparing for the deadline to comply with the region’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which is May 25, 2018. By this date, virtually all companies that work within the EU’s 28-member states or gather data from them will need…
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The Best Home Office Setup for Success
A home office has a lot of advantages for modern workers - no commute to the office, better work/life balance, and flexibility in your schedule. A traditional office is designed to promote productivity for workers and to ensure that everything that is needed for optimal performance is available. Working from home should not mean that…
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Gadgets for Mom: Geeks on Site’s Top Picks for Mother’s Day 2018
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, which means that it’s time to start thinking about the caregivers in our lives. Mom would appreciate some flowers or a dinner out, but she would be even more surprised if you give her something unexpected. Our lives are connected to digital devices and your mom most likely…
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Your Growing Business: Might it be Time to Outsource Your IT?
IT Outsourcing involves a company extending its software and hardware processes to an external business to eliminate some of the challenges. This approach offers the company better service quality and lowers labor costs. How does Outsourcing effect your IT Business? The effects of outsourcing depend on your industry. IT outsourcing can provide your business with…
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Tricky Tech Gifts?
What kind of great tech gifts did you get this past holiday season? Need help installing that great new printer or learning how to maximize the speed and functionality of your new computer or laptop? Want to make sure your home or office network is communicating with all of your new devices? If you could…
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How Do I Know If My Video Card Is Failing?
Anyone that has seen a video card fail knows the feeling . . . you’re in the middle of updating a document and on a tight deadline or you’re searching online and all of a sudden, the image on your computer screen becomes distorted. It is an unpleasant experience, but it happens often. This flash…
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Geeks on Site: Launching New Website to Celebrate 15 Years of Quality Service
CORAL GABLES, FL, November 16, 2017 – A milestone is approaching for Geeks on Site as it prepares to celebrate its 15th anniversary. Otte Polo Group Owner and CEO, George Otte, a driven entrepreneur from Miami, is proud to offer quality, convenient and reliable on-site and remote help to thousands of computer users across the…
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Securing Your Home Network: Because an Unsecure Network Could Put You at Risk
“What is the Wi-Fi password?” is something we hear quite often from guests in our homes, guests at restaurants or coffee shops, or even at salons. With data being as expensive as it is, it’s no wonder that some of us see free Wi-Fi as a commodity. And while it’s often expected for us to…
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The Scariest Computer Viruses Ever and The Damage They Caused The Scariest Computer Viruses Ever and The Damage They Caused
Halloween has arrived which means that spooks, ghosts, and goblins are out in full force. With possible Halloween scares all around, we are all on alert for any risks that may come our way. Regardless of the time of year, computer viruses are always a risk and as you may know, some have caused extensive…
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Securing Your Small Business Network: Choosing the Right Router and Firewall
Whether you run a small business or a large corporation, network security is critical to keeping the company running. Hackers can cost companies millions of dollars each year and their attack methods are evolving faster than ever. We recommend you plan ahead when choosing your small business router and firewall. As attackers spread and utilize new…
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