Why Hire an IT Managed Service Provider? I know those of you who work in the construction industry work with subcontractors all the time. A general contractor hires a subcontractor for each specialized field, then some of you, like HVAC contractors, hire controls companies or other subcontractors to help with the integration of the equipment […]
Everyone has heard of the cloud and most likely used the cloud, but how many people really understand what it is and how to effectively use it? Today we are going to look at what the cloud is, how it works, and what are some of the benefits and risks of using the cloud. […]
Everyday we use the internet for a variety of reasons and each time we do, we are exposed to potential cyber security threats like the ones discussed in our last blog . Today, while researching trends about cyber security, the team at Maryland Computer Service found data covering the concept of Ransomware coming to the […]
Cybersecurity I’ve been talking a lot about the importance of cyber security because it is one of the biggest threats to operating a business today. The bigger your business gets, the more valuable the information that can be stolen is. To make my point, I’m going to discuss the criminal cases of two hackers […]
Everyone is familiar with the term cybersecurity, but what does it really mean? Cybersecurity is protecting your information stored and transmitted in computer networks from external threats through the use of technology and behavioral modification that adopts best practices and processes. How do people access my information that is stored digitally? Basically, they […]
We all use technology in our daily lives, but businesses have a responsibility to our employees, clients, and customers to make sure the technology being use meets the requirements to get the job done right. Today, we are going to cover the risks to cyber security, productivity, data, and revenue that come with utilizing old […]
The final day of CES, I went to the Sands and Venetian exhibitions. These were mostly small exhibitors who were trying to get in front of a large audience, but there were some interesting exhibitors that I got the chance to talk to. I will go over them real quick and give you some […]
Today was interesting. I got to the Aria a little bit later than I meant to, but it was ok. There wasn’t much to see. Most of the Aria wasn’t booths, but private parties and meetings. Despite that I met some interesting vendors. Right when I walked in, I saw a booth with […]
Every year a large group of technology companies get together on the Las Vegas Strip to show off their latest and greatest gadgets. This year there are over 4,400 exhibitions to view over the course of January 8-11. Intel, Microsoft, and Samsung are some of the biggest names there, but I’m expecting to see some […]
Every year new technology is coming out that improves our lives, saves time, keeps us more informed, or entertains us, but what technology will improve profitability in the construction industry and how can Maryland Computer Service help you achieve results with them? The construction industry tends to be hard working, but slower to adopt new […]
