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2020 – It’s Almost Over!
Yes, 2020 is coming to a close… finally. We want to thank all of our friends and family for sticking with us through this incredibly difficult year. It’s been hard for everyone, but we’re finally seeing a light at the end of the tunnel.
FireEye and SolarWinds – Security Advisory
As you may have seen recently reported in the national news, SolarWinds, a software vendor, discovered a supply chain attack that compromised their Orion business software. In turn, this compromise caused their software to distribute malware to their users. The...
Nexa1 will be closed Memorial Day 2020
We will be closed Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. We take this day to honor the memory of service members and their families who have sacrificed to protect our freedom. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26th. As always, we will be available for...
Nexa1 COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Response
Nexa1 has been closely monitoring the rapidly changing situation with COVID-19 (coronavirus). We have been heeding the advice of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and have taken decisive action to ensure the safety of our employees, clients, and partners.
Nexa1 Announces Partnership With XenTegra
Nexa1 has partnered with XenTegra to create XenTegra-GOV, an organization focused on providing information technology products, expertise and customer support to the unique needs of state and local governments.
Happy Holidays!
Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year! Nexa1 will be taking the holidays off to spend time with friends and family. We will still be available for emergencies, and your systems will still be maintained, but any routine appointments will be pushed out...
Windows 7 End Of Life – Time is Running Out
As of right now, there are 27 days of support left for Windows 7. This doesn’t mean that Windows 7 will cease to function in January, but it does mean that it will not receive updates after January 14. In addition, Windows Server 2008 R2 will also reach end of life on January 14.
Happy Halloween!
Millions of computers around the world, in homes and business premises, are – without the knowledge of their owners – under the control of cybercriminals who commandeer the PCs to send spam, distribute malware, and commit identity theft.
Closed for the Holiday
Nexa1 is going to be closed for the Columbus Day holiday on Monday. As always, if it's an emergency, give us a call and we'll get back to you ASAP.
Digital Transformation Part Two – Pick Your Strategy
As you work to increase your OML, (see part one for a description of OML) you should ask yourself why you want to initiate digital transformation, and what you hope to accomplish with it.
Closed for Labor Day
Nexa1 will be taking some well deserved downtime, and taking the day off for the holiday. We hope you have a fantastic, relaxing weekend. As always, if you have an emergency, send an email to support@nexa1.com. We'll still be keeping an eye on the help desk. Remember:...
Windows Server 2008 R2 and SQL Server 2008 End Of Life: Act Now
If you use a server in your business, you depend on it. Whether for sharing files, serving applications, or just managing users and permissions, it is critical to the day to day function of your company. End of support for Windows 2008 servers is coming soon. Here’s what you need to know.
Digital Transformation Part One – Operational Maturity Level
A recent global study from MIT Sloan Management Review found that maturing digital businesses transforming their businesses by integrating technologies.
Dangers of Technology Illiteracy
The United States, and by extension our businesses, are becoming increasingly dependent on technology*. And as technology progresses, it becomes more complex, harder to understand, and harder to manage.
Healthcare Providers and the Cloud – Part 3.
In part 3 of our Healthcare Providers and the Cloud series, we will highlight considerations for selecting a Cloud Service Provider (CSP).
Tame Your Outlook Inbox
Have you been trying unsuccessfully to achieve Inbox Zero? Outlook’s Folder Clean Up can help!
Underspending is Irresponsible
It is easy to understand how overspending can be a bad thing. What is often confusing to people is that underspending can be just as bad as overspending.
Cloud Accounting – Wave
Wave is unique for several reasons. The biggest reason? It’s free! You only pay credit card and ACH transaction fees, plus a nominal fee for payroll if you need it.