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May 30, 2019

The Next Generation of Wireless: 5G

30 May 2019
by: Savannah Guidi

5G is an upgraded, newer generation of wireless technology that boasts better speeds, reliability, and connectivity than its predecessor, 4G.

January 23, 2019

The 5 W’s of XaaS (Everything as a Service)

23 January 2019
by: Savannah Guidi

Simply put, XaaS is when a provider offers cloud computing services over the internet, as opposed to businesses purchasing, installing, and hosting these tools and products on-site.

January 7, 2019

Sierra’s “Best Of Social Media” 2018 Roundup

07 January 2019
by: Savannah Guidi

We’ve compiled a top ten list of our best performing social media posts over the course of 2018. Check them out and then follow us on social media.

October 24, 2018

Manufacturing Success: Why You Need an IT Strategy

24 October 2018
by: Savannah Guidi

…With the constant evolution of today’s technology-driven world, having a solid IT strategy in place is the only way to keep your manufacturing business competitive in today’s market…

September 26, 2018

6 Signs Your Business Needs An MSP

26 September 2018
by: Savannah Guidi

We can’t stress enough how important it is to keep up with updating, enhancing, and monitoring your business’ technologies… As a Managed Service Provider, Sierra Experts is here to make sure that your company doesn’t fall behind…

September 5, 2018

Tech Terms 101: The Beginner’s Guide to IT Lingo

05 September 2018
by: Savannah Guidi

Not sure what all the acronyms and complicated lingo that you see in the IT industry means? You’re not alone! We put together a list of 25 tech terms and phrases with simple definitions, use-case scenarios, and examples to get you acclimated. So, the next time your boss or tech-savvy friend throws out a term like “colocation” or “the […]

August 22, 2018

12 Windows 10 Tips & Tricks Everyone Should Know

22 August 2018
by: Savannah Guidi

Windows 10, the latest version of Windows, was released in July of 2015, but there are constant updates to make improvements, provide patches, and unveil new features. The newest version of Windows was meant to help integrate those loyal to older versions (7 and XP), while adding relevant and exciting features that align with what’s […]

July 13, 2018

Friday the 13th Flashback: Jerusalem

13 July 2018
by: Savannah Guidi

It’s Friday the 13th and most people think of today as a day full of silly superstitions, but for computer users in the 1980’s and 90’s, Friday the 13th was a day to truly be afraid. The Beast Itself In 1987, a virus called “Friday the 13th” (aka Jerusalem) was created to activate and reactivate […]

July 6, 2018

Heat Advisory: How To Keep Your Data Cool This Summer

06 July 2018
by: sierra

July has arrived and you know what that means… so has the heat. While you’re pulling out the fans and air conditioners, it’s important to note that you’re not alone in needing to stay cool this summer. Your data is also prone to feeling the adverse effects of extreme heat. Now you may be asking, […]

April 10, 2018

Benefits of Virtualization for Your Business

10 April 2018
by: Savannah Guidi

In our last blog, we talked about “the cloud” and jobs you can get with its growing popularity, but now we’re focusing on “virtualization.” Okay, so what’s the difference? Many people confuse virtualization with cloud computing. Although these technologies overlap and have some similar benefits, the main difference is that virtualization is software that manipulates […]

March 9, 2018

5 Jobs You Can Get “In The Cloud”

09 March 2018
by: Savannah Guidi

Forbes posted an article detailing that cloud computing is projected to increase from $67B in 2015 to $162B in 2020. With an increase in sales and revenue comes an increasing need for qualified professionals to take on the task of designing, managing, developing, testing, and selling these new virtualization platforms. Below are 5 examples of […]

February 19, 2018

6 Steps to Successful Disaster Recovery

19 February 2018
by: Savannah Guidi

When it comes to data backup and disaster recovery (BDR), being prepared for potential disasters is key to keeping your business running. It’s not only important to have a disaster recovery solution you trust, but to make sure you test it beforehand to stay one step ahead. Prior to the disaster occurring (and unfortunately, […]

January 2, 2018

New Year, New IT

02 January 2018
by: Savannah Guidi

You’ve heard the cliché New Year’s resolutions: hit the gym, cut out sugar, stop smoking, save money, and so on. They’re all great resolutions – if you can stick to them. In 2018, you may want to consider straying from the resolution norm and instead vowing to focus more on your personal and business technology. […]