Gartner Technology Insights & Expertise

  • Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Dead Zone Fixed!

    Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Dead Zone Fixed!

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    Surface Pro 3 developed a dead zone on the top third of the touchscreen just after the warranty expired, making touch and pen/stylus use impossible.

  • What Can Free Software Do For My Medical Practice?

    What Can Free Software Do For My Medical Practice?

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    Tired of expensive, locked-in practice management software? Discover how Open Source (Free) software empowers medical practices with cost-effective, customizable solutions. From entire practice management systems to specialty tools, explore the possibilities and unlock data ownership for your medical business. Gartner Technology helps you navigate Open Source solutions – contact us today!

  • Bigger, Faster, Cheaper: Open Source In The Small Business

    Bigger, Faster, Cheaper: Open Source In The Small Business

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    A discussion on how open source and proprietary software solutions complement each other, focusing on Microsoft Small Business Server 2011 and the benefits of integrating open source tools for enhanced security, flexibility, and cost-efficiency.

  • What Are Your Employees Doing?

    What Are Your Employees Doing?

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    Ask most people how to mitigate the security risks involved in connecting their computer to the internet, and they’ll usually suggest anti-virus software with current virus pattern updates and firewall protection. While these two things are an absolute must for all systems on your company network, and single systems connected to the internet, alike, there…

  • Why So Many Microsoft Vulnerabilities?

    Why So Many Microsoft Vulnerabilities?

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    Hackers are after easy targets. Don’t let outdated software with known vulnerabilities make your business a prime pick! This article explores common software vulnerabilities and their impact. Learn how to identify and patch vulnerabilities, implement preventative measures, and stay ahead of evolving threats. Stop hackers in their tracks and ensure business continuity with effective software…

  • The Bogus Bounced Email

    The Bogus Bounced Email

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    We’ve all gotten them. You know the email that says something like “MAILER-DAEMON failure notice.” Although many of these notices are legitimate, some are more insidious. A common tactic used to spread viruses and worms today is to forge these failure notices and then send them out to people with a blurb stating that details…

  • Wireless (In)Security

    Wireless (In)Security

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    Default settings for most wireless routers don’t secure your network or data well. WEP, often used for security, is easily broken with free software.

  • What Is Open Source Software And How Much Can It Save Us?

    What Is Open Source Software And How Much Can It Save Us?

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    Companies are spending billions of dollars on software, software maintenance, licensing, and renewals annually. In recent years, many private, government, and school organizations have turned to open source software as a cost-effective alternative to proprietary, closed source software. The Brazilian government expects to save over $120 million this year since announcing its intention to switch…