The rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) means that many business networks are larger than ever before - maybe even bigger than you realize. The number of devices that may now be a part of your network - via your infrastructure, employees, and customers - has exponentially increased the [...]
With Microsoft applications ubiquitous in both small businesses and enterprises, the Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) credential is worth consideration for many IT professionals. Today, we share a few tips about this certification, including how to decide if it’s for you, and how to earn it. Is the MCSE worth [...]
Designing your network backbone is a big undertaking, and one that will affect business operations for years to come. If implemented well, you’ll save yourself and future network managers time by building a core that is easy to manage, expand, and keep secure. You’ll also ensure your business continues to [...]
Net neutrality: Exactly how businesses and consumers will be affected by its recent repeal is still to be determined. Now that internet service providers (ISPs) are no longer required to treat all internet traffic the same, what will they do instead, and what does it mean for IT administrators? Today, [...]
If you’re in IT, you’ve probably asked yourself at one point, what certifications should I get? Do I want to pursue more education? Since one of our main goals is to help IT professionals advance their careers with the most relevant IT certifications, we were curious ourselves to see what our audiences [...]
Have you taken a look at the results of Summit’s most recent survey results of IT workers? We asked over 1,000 respondents about their roles in the workplace and biggest pain points on the job. Representing various job titles and levels in their organizations, a significant number of respondents identified [...]
It may be a little premature to determine whether 2018 will be a better or worse year than the last in the world of cybersecurity. Regardless of the trends, we can be confident that viruses, ransomware, and other types of malware will continue to be a major threat to all [...]
For the average end user, email is the heart of day-to-day business, and easy to take for granted. Your average systems administrator, though, has to put a little more thought into it. A common question is whether managing your own mail servers in-house is best for your business, or whether [...]
IT support teams have a tough job. Fielding calls from frustrated, angry, stressed clients every day isn’t a career just anyone signs up for. A well-running support team can be a huge asset to your company, though, whether they’re supporting your internal team or your customers. Internal support teams keep [...]
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