Steven Scheck
- Vice President, Inspire WiFi
North Miami
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Guest WiFi for Small Businesses: Pros and Cons
Most business routers come with a “Guest mode” that helps to isolate your guests on a separate WiFi network so that you don’t have to share your regular WiFi passcodes with them for complete wireless accessibility. But everything that shines is not gold. Guest networks are often considered insecure, and hence, are avoided as much as possible by businesses, in general. But is there any flawless way that you can implement to use this network in the best possible manner?
7 Secrets to Setting Up WiFi for Events and Conferences
When it comes to ensuring smooth operations for events or conferences, one can’t underestimate the importance of strong, reliable WiFi. Much like the intricate planning required to open a pop-up shop, setting up WiFi for events and conferences demands careful attention and strategy. With potential pitfalls stemming from a lack of plan, objective, and systematic organization, the stakes are high.
Hotspot and WiFi Safety Tips for Jet-setting Entrepreneurs
Public WiFi or hotspot access may seem like a blessing, but in reality, it can be quite dangerous unless you are prepared to shield yourself from the security threats associated with it. WiFi providers are often legally obligated to provide some level of data security to the users connected to their network. But you need to be aware of the threat landscape so that you can better protect yourself. This guide will help you stay secure as you travel for work and everything else.
Apply These 6 Techniques to Improve Mobile Loading Speed of Your Business Site
While there undoubtedly are several factors impacting revenue, most experts say that business sites loading within 5 seconds earn almost double those doing it in 19, the average site loading time. The study has further found that sites loading within 5 seconds have: That’s precisely why we need to be focused on mobile-first solutions to help our businesses succeed. After all, mobile speed has never been more important.
How To Improve The WiFi Signal Strength On Your iPad [Infographic]
It’s not often you face a lot of WiFi issues on your iPad. Apple designed their iPads to latch onto the available network pretty good. But even then there are exceptions, and when you get caught into one, it may really turn out to be pretty frustrating. It’s not really that hard to boost the WiFi signal strength on your iPad when you feel things are getting a bit too slow to your liking. This post can throw more light on the matter. Do you have a case on your iPad?
The Possible Rise of 5G: The Superfast Change of a Lifetime [Infographic]
Mobile 5G, which stands for “5th generation,” is about as indistinct and nebulous as the term. The organization governing all cellular standards, AKA 3GPP, has already released its first formal standards and Chipmakers have already started on creating more and more 5G hardware prototypes for future use. So what does all of this mean? We should see 5G capability in mobile devices any day now; is it? Not so fast! We still have miles to go.
Warning: How Safe are You and Your Employees from Your WiFi and Mobile Devices?
Should you need to worry about radiation from your WiFi? Before I delve straight into answering that question, I guess I need to clear up a few of the basics first like: “what exactly is WiFi radiation?” So here you go. WiFi Radiation: What You Should Know Most WiFi devices emit RF (radio-frequency) radiation (or microwave radiation) 24 hours a day. This radiation is more or less the same type used by microwave ovens for cooking food.
The Possible Rise Of 5G: The Superfast Change Of A Lifetime [Infographics]
Mobile 5G, which stands for “5th generation,” is about as indistinct and nebulous as the term. The organization governing all cellular standards, AKA 3GPP, has already released its first formal standards and Chipmakers have already started on creating more and more 5G hardware prototypes for future use. So what does all of this mean? We should see 5G capability in mobile devices any day now; is it? Not so fast! We still have miles to go.
Sharing Business WiFi Passwords Doesn’t Have to Be Hard, Use QR Codes Like This - Small Business Trends
Unlike public WiFi access points in airports and coffee shops, work and home, private WiFi networks are protected by a passcode. To connect to these networks, you’ll have to provide the required passcode, and only then, you can gain access and browse to your heart’s content. The same is applicable for WiFi hotspots created through the use of an Android device. As good as this password protection is, it can quickly get more tedious if the code is alphanumeric, long and complex.
8 Incredible Benefits of Bitcoins and 4 Opportunities
There are innumerable benefits of using bitcoins as a part of the payment system. One of the primary advantages that it has over traditional banks is the fact that it allows international payments to go through without the worry of currency conversions. Along with that, there are several more. Let’s take a quick peek at a few of those without any further ado.
Business Benefits of WAN Over LAN [Infographic]
Both the LAN and the WAN are types of data networks with one significant difference in their operational scale. Local Area Networks (or LANs) are primarily intended for communicating within a room or building. Whereas, wide area networks (or WANs) are used to exchange traffic between various buildings, cities, or even countries.
Android Oreo vs. Android Nougat: Which is Better for Your Business?
So Google (NASDAQ: GOOGL) has already rolled out its latest Android update in the form of a developer’s preview (or more specifically, I should say the “beta state”). This latest Android update is known as Android Oreo, and it has indeed come with a host of changes for the better. Now, today, in this article, I will be pitting Nougat against Oreo and see which one of these two comes out as the winner. So what are we waiting for? Let’s begin without any further ado.
Apply These 7 Techniques to Improve the Loading Speed of Your Small Business Website
Web users, today, have become increasingly intolerant of slow loading websites. Even Google has shown its intention to reward sites with faster loading speeds compared to the ones without. So if you really want to stay ahead of the curve, you need to take advantage of both the situations highlighted above. Maybe, this article can help. There’s a free online tool called WhichLoadsFaster that you can use to compare your site speed with all major competitors.
Everything You Need To Know About The Wireless Dead Zones
We honestly have all been there before. We get a new router from the market, set it up, go to our bedroom, open up Netflix to watch our favorite TV shows, and then the video annoyingly stutters and buffers as a result of a weak WiFi connection. Times like these can create a tremendous amount of frustration. But why does this even happen? Is there any proper reason behind it? Yes, there is. In a word, we call it the “dead zone.” So what is a wireless dead zone?
Top 5 Benefits of Podcasting for Small Business Ventures
Even a few years back podcasting was considered nothing but a dying trend that never really caught on. But now, just look at how time’s changed. And oh boy, it HAS changed a lot! Podcasting has lately garnered immense popularity in small business ventures, especially due to the host of benefits that come with it. Now, in here, I have compiled a brief list of these very same benefits for your reference. So take a quick peek at them without any further ado.
What is Guest WiFi and What Are the Pros and Cons for Your Business?
Most business routers come with a “Guest mode” that helps to isolate your guests on a separate WiFi network so that you don’t have to share your regular WiFi passcodes with them for complete wireless accessibility. But everything that shines is not gold. Guest networks are often considered insecure, and hence, are avoided as much as possible by businesses, in general. But is there any flawless way that you can implement to use this network in the best possible manner?
Want An Easy Fix For Your WiFi Problem? Try These 5 Solutions
There’s a strange connection between WiFi and electricity, and that is the fact that we tend to notice their existence only when they stop working. Panic sets in soon afterwards, and then everything just goes right down the drain. Don’t worry. You can do the fixes yourself provided you are patient enough to do it. The following tips can help.
The Different Upsides and Downsides of Offering Free WiFi [Infographic]
Free WiFI is not a fad or a luxury anymore. Today, it has more or less become a part of the necessity. Previously, free WiFi was considered to be a perk that was offered ONLY in luxurious coffee shops. Not anymore. Now, we have the privilege of using free WiFi in almost every standard restaurant of our country. Free WiFi comes with several pros and cons on the whole. You, as a businessman, needs to understand these in greater detail before you go on and hop onto that bandwagon.
A Comprehensive Guide to Staying Safe on Public WiFi [Infographic]
The number of public WiFi hotspots is on the rise. The upsides of them are many but so are the downsides. You need to remember that public hotspots can’t protect you in the same way your private home network do. Along with that, there are several more downsides; a few. Let’s take a peek. What would you do in similar situations? Should you not access the hotspot? Of course, you would. You would just have to use a few precautionary measures to stay on the safer side.
7 Parts to a Winning Business Plan
Starting a business is an exciting venture. To make it an absolute success, getting all the details right from the very beginning is absolutely crucial. This is where a business plan becomes relevant. A business plan is a formal statement that comprises the goals of a business, reasons why they are attainable and the ways in which these can be accomplished. In short, a business plan is a road-map to success.
How to Identify A Rogue WiFi Hotspot
Of all the network security threats you face, few are almost as dangerous as that of a rogue hotspot. A rogue hotspot is purposefully established by a hacker to gain an unauthorized access to your personal information which is sensitive in nature. The rogue hotspot is usually set up in the form of a public WiFi network in the hopes of tricking an individual into believing that it actually IS a trustworthy public WiFi network where s/he is more or less safe from prying eyes.
5 Most Well Guarded Secrets of Setting Up WiFi for Events and Conferences
Managing WiFi for an event or a conference is a difficult job indeed, especially when there’s a clear lack of plan, objective and systematic organization. You, as an event planner must realize that WiFi can make or even break an event if the connection’s not set up in the right way. Therefore, it becomes mighty important for you to have an organizational approach to setting up an event WiFi. Here are a few tips that you can use for setting up the perfect WiFi connection for your audience.
4 Ways to Fix the Packet Loss Issue
A network ideally should never lose a packet. But that’s just an ideal condition which never occurs in the real world. Packet loss is an issue that plagues almost every ISP. And from my experience, I can easily say that this issue is commonly faced by wireless connections in comparison to that of wired ones. Yes, it is a problem. But that doesn’t mean you should keep quiet and do nothing. You should try the best that you can from your end at the very least to turn this problem into a solution.
10 Indispensable Features that Your Next WiFi Router MUST Have
The first and the foremost thing you should know about routers is that there are many similarities between different router models, but that doesn’t mean that all these models provide you with an identical set of features. Your choice of routers must be based on a handful of desirable features ranging from connectivity to security. You need to research well before you go out and get a new router for your business connectivity.
The 5 Benefits of Having a Server Based Network for Small Business Ventures
Personal or business computers networked in a peer to peer fashion might function well when the number of interconnected users ranges from 2 to 3. If the number of users exceeds the aforementioned range, you should consider setting up a server to serve all your online business requirements. A server based network has several benefits that are tailor made for small business ventures. Let’s take a peek at a few of them without further ado.
How to Tell if Someone Is Stealing Your WiFi
Wireless networking connection has become a part and parcel of our business networking requirements. From laptops to smartphones, all confidential and sensitive information exchange (such as credit card data, passcodes and other sensitive files) usually occur on the mobile wireless network. Such things make your network a natural target for cybercriminals. Their main goal is to hack onto your business network and bypass your business security data from your network itself for their benefits.
A Comprehensive Overview of In-Store Analytics for Retailers
In this rapidly-growing competitive market, the ability to analyze customer behavior in retail shops has never been greater. And with the growing popularity of eCommerce, the importance of in-store analytics (IsA) has gone off the roof. Conventional retailers are aggressively implementing in-store analytics to win their customers back from their direct eCommerce competitors. Hence, we can very well see that in-store analytics have become an essential part of conventional physical stores.
4 Small Business Trends That Are Steadily on The Rise
If I have to describe the small business environment in a single word, the most appropriate word that I can think of is “change.” To be honest, small businesses are going through a whole lot of changes recently; all thanks to the advancements in communication fields, IT, marketing and other fields. In this article, I’ve highlighted a few small business trends that are currently on the rise. Let’s begin. Having a presence on social media has become an absolute must for almost all business ventures.
6 Simple Tips to Troubleshoot Your WiFi Connectivity on Android Devices
WiFi connectivity issues on Android devices aren't very uncommon. In fact, plenty of people face WiFi connectivity issues almost each day. In most cases, it's seen that these connectivity issues arise due to a handful of petty reasons ranging from carelessness to ignorance. Let's go through a few simple tips to troubleshoot your WiFi connectivity issues on Android devices. We'll start from the very basics first. This might sound very simple but these simple things create a lot of issues.
8 Simple Ways to Boost Your WiFi Signal
WiFi is considered the most useful and significant aspects of using a computer. But sometimes, working on a WiFi connection can get too frustrating due to poor signal strengths resulting in slow internet connections. There are certain ways that you can implement to boost your home/business WiFi signal in the best possible way. This article will highlight 8 such ways in greater detail.
The Technology That Can Revolutionize Your Business Growth
You have probably heard of this technology by now. Progressive web apps are considered the future of entire mankind. Progressive web apps can be used to give the mobile web the extra push it requires in the digital market. This technology can bring in consistency between the web and the native apps thereby, giving your business the opportunity to target the mass market in a whole.
5 Technologies to Implement in Your Small Business Today
As a small business owner, you have a series of responsibilities. The priorities for small business owners usually include managing finances, attracting customers, retaining employees, devising effective marketing strategies etc. while staying abreast of the recent trends. With the importance of a web presence taking up the limelight, businesses have been moving to the digital world in the hopes of increased exposure and rapid growth.
6 Reasons Why Your Business Should Use Podcasting
The changing times have led to the implementation of various products of technology in businesses. With various aspects of businesses transforming everyday with the changing customer requirements and market demands, these tools have turned out to be necessities to stay afloat in this highly competitive market. Podcasting has garnered an immense popularity over the years. A podcast is a set of digital audio files that are available on the internet for downloading.
How to Help Employees Adapt to New Technology
Every year, new and improved technologies emerge that have consistently proved to be beneficial for our everyday lives. Owing to the positive impacts that these tools of technology bring to the businesses, more and more organizations are adopting these to improve efficiency and productivity.
Ways in Which Artificial Intelligence Will Transform Businesses
Businesses have come a long way from implementing conventional methods for successful operation and completion of tasks. With the evolution technology, various tools are increasingly being implemented to make the processes swifter and more efficient. This has helped in improving the productivity of businesses considerably. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of these tools that many businesses have benefited from.
Edtech Trends that are Reshaping Campus WiFi Requirements
With technology evolving every year, every aspect of our lives has been transformed dramatically over the years. Technology has been growing at an incredible rate. Technology has been integrated rapidly in every domain. From business to education, technology augmentation has made the processes simpler and our lives easier. Education has been one of the domains that have benefited immensely from the evolution of technology.
5 Technologies Entrepreneurs Should Invest in
Technology evolves rapidly. It is no news that the right technologies have profound impacts on businesses by speeding up operations and making the processes more efficient, thus increasing productivity. All entrepreneurs have certain aspirations in their minds regarding their businesses including revenue goals etc. Investing in the right technology can support these aspirations. With the changing times, business decisions evolve as well to sustain productivity and growth.
Impact of Wireless Technology in the Workplace
Business processes have changed dramatically over the years. Owing to the evolution of technology and changing customer expectations, businesses have devised and revised strategies to meet the requirements. Nowadays, businesses are equipped with the best technologies to make the processes smoother and easier. Emerging technologies are substantially altering the business and social environment. Wireless technology has become a crucial component of today’s workplaces.
5 Business Technology Predictions for 2017
With 2016 moving towards the end, the technology revolution and augmentation in businesses continue to barrel forward with disruptive and emerging trends mushrooming every day. As the startup climate takes over, today’s businesses have begun sporting an environment that is rich with technology adoption. Digital transformations have reshaped almost every aspect of businesses. Here is a list of the predictions that will define technology implementation in businesses for the next year.
What is Digital Storytelling? Make it Work for Your Business
What is digital storytelling? Data science has become increasingly ubiquitous over the years. From measuring customer expectations to conducting transactions, almost every aspect of a business is based on data. Even though data has turned out to be crucial for businesses to thrive in this highly competitive world, the risks of information overload cannot be ignored. This risk poses a threat to the very thread of communication between businesses and consumers.
Marketing Processes You Can Automate to Maximize Your ROI
Establishing a business from scratch entails a variety of tasks. Not only is each task crucial but also comprises a number of steps. As a result, these are extremely time-consuming. In this highly competitive landscape of businesses, managing all tasks accurately and rapidly has become quite vital. Marketing is one of the most significant aspects of businesses. Done right, it can enhance lead acquisition and revenue generation considerably.
Effective Ways to Manage Your Business's Online Reputation
With a host of digital tools gaining popularity over the years, more and more businesses are implementing these to strengthen their marketing strategies. In an attempt to meet and exceed customer expectations, all businesses are looking for ways to extend their reach to existing and potential customers. A business’s reputation is a primary aspect that customers tend to check before they decide to avail themselves of the products and services offered by it.
Ways to Integrate Cloud Computing in Your Business
Cloud computing has becomes a popular topic among business owners nowadays. Over the years, businesses have been increasingly adopting this trend to make various processes easier and cost-effective. For business owners on budget, money and time are highly valuable. The good news is, cloud computing can save you both. Cloud computing allows data to be accessed from anywhere and anytime.
Tips to Manage the Finances of Your Business
Running a business involves a host of responsibilities. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or starting out with an exciting business venture, managing your finances is always a priority. How you manage the finances of your business is as important as the other strategies you implement to lead your business to success. This is because appropriate money management is crucial to stay afloat in varying economic conditions. Additionally, it also helps you stand out from your competitors.
Why You Should Invest in Video Marketing to Grow Your Business
In the rapidly evolving landscape of marketing, businesses are constantly required to come up with improved ways to promote themselves and attract valuable leads. The rising customer expectations have led businesses to develop new strategies to meet and exceed the demands. One of these strategies that have gained momentum recently is video marketing. There is hardly any doubt about the fact that video-driven platforms are well-received by today’s generation.
4 Simple Ways to Manage Global Virtual Teams
Today’s workplace has expanded beyond the confined, brick and mortar buildings to the entire world. Time and geographical barriers no longer pose problems in maintaining a global team of employees for businesses. With uncompromising speed, security and access, businesses can operate from anywhere, thus bringing diversity into the equation. In the globally networked world of businesses, it has become increasingly common to have distributed teams.
How to Encourage Employees in Your Startup to Keep Learning
All startups begin their ventures with the primary goal of driving the business forward. With employees being the lifeblood of all organizations, it is important to make sure that they are continually learning in order to ensure steady growth. As is the case with most professions, not all employees are equipped with the related skills that fall under the umbrella of the role that they have been hired for.
4 Reliable Options for Funding Your Small Business
Starting a business is an exciting venture. While the initial stages of starting out may seem difficult, the business endeavor can turn out to be quite rewarding as the profits begin to pour in. Once you have an idea about the type of business you wish to establish, as the owner, you would need to seek out the financing. This not only involves the startup capital but is also crucial to keep your business afloat during the lean years and for expansion purposes as well.
5 Reasons You Should Be Journaling on the Job
Journals are typically a private place for you to air out your thoughts, feelings, and fear. They’re also typically found far outside of the workplace. It turns out, though, that this notion should be ignored, as the benefits of journaling extend far beyond your personal life. The following five reasons prove it. Need more convincing? You only need to journal once a week to reap the benefits.
Effective Tips for Small Business Automation
In the era of massive competition, small business automation can be used to stay afloat. With a large amount of workload to tend to and a number of hats to hone, small businesses are usually pressed for time. Necessary day-to-day tasks pile up and can be time-consuming and redundant. As a result, businesses cannot focus completely on the important tasks at hand. Since this becomes a continuous process, it may lead to an inhibition of growth.
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