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How to convert any USB printer into a wireless Wi-Fi printer

Posted on April 20, 2020

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One of the most useful features of many modern printers is their ability to connect to your network via Wi-Fi, eliminating the need to connect a cable between your computers and mobile devices and your printer.

But what if you have a printer that only connects via a USB cable and you really don’t want to replace it just to get Wi-Fi connectivity?

The answer lies in a small box called a Wireless Print Server.

Simply place your printer in the place that’s most convenient for everyone who’ll be using it, then plug it into the wireless print server. [Read more…]

Scam alert: If you use Zoom your login credentials are likely being sold on the dark web right now.

Posted on April 17, 2020

Do you use the ultra-popular video conferencing service known as Zoom?

If so, you should know that the login credentials for approximately half a million Zoom users are now being actively sold, traded and even given away on the dark web.

And yours could well be among them!

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5 Ways to Increase Your Email Marketing ROI

Posted on April 10, 2020

Email is one of the best marketing tools to invest in if you’re looking at it from a return on investment perspective.

That’s because when compared to many other marketing tactics, email stands out from the crowd.

In fact, when using email marketing, you should expect to see $32 for every $1 you spend.

That’s what makes email marketing so important to companies. It has the power to not only provide another touch point for your customers, but it also boasts a very impressive financial benefit as well.

If you’re looking for new ways to improve your email marketing ROI, you’re in the right place.

In this article, we’ll take a look at 5 ways that you can improve your emails to see an increased return for your investment.

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Scam alert: Are any of these apps on your phone or tablet? If so they could be stealing your money!

Posted on April 10, 2020

By now you’re probably familiar with the terms malware and freeware, but now there’s a new term you need to be aware of: Fleeceware

That’s the name security company Sophos has assigned to a new class of malicious mobile apps.

These malicious “fleeceware” apps list themselves as “Free With In-App Purchases” on the app store’s download page.

The problem is they create a fraudulent subscription and start charging you a weekly, monthly or quarterly fee soon after you install them.

Here’s a list of known fleeceware apps that are actively stealing money from unsuspecting users: [Read more…]