IT & Technology Resources

Practical technology information for businesses throughout Chicago and the surrounding area. Explore our guides on computers, networks, cybersecurity, cloud services, data protection, and other technology that businesses depend on every day.

Critical PHP Vulnerabilities: What WordPress Website Owners Need to Do Now 

Two critical PHP vulnerabilities disclosed on October 21, 2026, could allow attackers to execute code on affected web servers. Learn why updating WordPress alone is not enough, how to check your PHP version, and what website owners should ask their hosting provider.

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Business Computer UPS battery backup

Your business can lose hours of productivity to repeated power outages. Learn how UPS battery backups protect computers, servers, network equipment, and unsaved work—and how to choose the right solution for your business.

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Your Phone Contains More Than You Think: Backup, Security & Data Protection

Your phone may contain photos, messages, passwords, authentication apps, business data, and access to dozens of online accounts. Learn how to protect that information with better backups, device security, and a safer phone-replacement process
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Adobe Acrobat Won't Open PDF Files? Try These Fixes

Double-clicking a PDF and nothing happens? Adobe Acrobat may already be running but stuck in the background. Learn how to restart Acrobat, identify stuck processes in Windows Task Manager, check PDF file associations, repair Acrobat, and determine whether the problem is Acrobat or the PDF itself.

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Google Is Ending Gmail Support for Third-Party Email Accounts: What Businesses Need to Know

Google is changing how Gmail works with email accounts hosted by other providers. Starting in January 2027, Gmail will discontinue third-party “Check mail from other accounts” POP fetching, Gmailify, and third-party “Send as” functionality. Businesses using Gmail to manage custom-domain email should review their configuration and plan a transition before the deadline.

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Cloud Storage Is Not Backup: What Businesses Need to Know

Cloud storage makes business data accessible from almost anywhere, but synchronization and cloud storage are not necessarily the same as backup. Learn how cloud storage, versioning, backup, and disaster recovery differ—and what businesses should consider when protecting important data.

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Should You Repair, Upgrade, or Replace a Business Computer?

A slow or aging computer doesn't automatically need to be replaced. Learn how SSDs, memory upgrades, cooling problems, software maintenance, operating-system support, and hardware condition can help determine whether repairing, upgrading, or replacing a computer makes the most sense.

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Why Is My Business Wi-Fi Slow? 10 Problems That Actually Cause It

Slow Wi-Fi doesn't always mean you need faster Internet. Access-point placement, interference, building materials, cabling, network congestion, outdated equipment, and poor configuration can all affect wireless performance.

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Your Password Was Stolen — Can MFA Still Protect Your Account?

Multi-factor authentication can prevent a stolen password from immediately becoming a compromised account—but not all MFA methods provide the same protection. Learn about authenticator apps, phishing, MFA fatigue, passkeys, security keys, and modern account protection.

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Microsoft 365 vs. Google Workspace: Which Is Better for a Small Business?

Both platforms provide professional email, cloud storage, collaboration, security, and productivity tools, but they approach business technology differently. Compare Outlook and Gmail, Office and Google Docs, OneDrive and Google Drive, Teams and Meet, administration, security, migration, and more.

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Technology That Makes Sense for Your Business

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