Video conferencing platforms have come a long way in increasing productivity and improving overall communication within businesses. Most business owners are aware of the basics.
They presume that video conferencing can allow for telecommunications or business meetings when participants are in different cities. While this is, of course, true, video conferencing offers even more benefits. Here are some that you should consider.
Purchasing a brand new model might seem like the only option when looking for a computer, but have you really weighed up whether a second-hand one will suffice? Buying a second-hand computer means you can get a decent machine for a fraction of the price. For most people, who will not push a new model computer to the maximum of its capabilities anyway, would be better off buying a used machine.
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We live in a time of communication. Everywhere we travel we always seem to be connected. The evolution of mobile devices and the networks that transport the data has allowed us to remain in constant communication with others.
The always-connected idea has really become mainstream in less than 10 years, especially from the point of mobile social networking. Before that, people would just carry around a cellphone mainly for phone calls or a few text messages.
The form of communication we know today did not come about simply because we took computers and made them smaller. As with many different technologies, the different forms of communications we use today on our phones, computers or tables has evolved for the past thousands of years.
Below is an infographic that outlines how our communication with others has evolved over the past thousands of years. From simple cave paintings to he last picture you receive, the human race has always found ways to communicate our thoughts, attitude, knowledge, and emotions through a wide range of methods.
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Christmas is just over a week away! You’ve probably gone through your shopping list countless times, avoiding those “difficult-to-buy-for” tech-lovers in your life. Whether your husband is King Gamer or your younger siblings all try to dominate for that category, ConnectWise has put together a collection of holiday gift ideas perfect for the avid gamer, computer lover, or technologically advanced person in your life.
Businesses today have greater communication options and can expand and share information faster and easier than ever before. Charles Phillips Oracle Corporation president from 2003 – 2010 recognizes the importance of technology in intellectual property-driven companies as well as new media, which gives them a greater amount of control over productivity and error reduction.
In 2012, eBook revenue growth was responsible for 23 percent of publisher net revenues, according to the Association of American Publishers in a report published on the Digital Book World site April of this year. Three out of 10 adults read an eBook last year, based on a report Pew Research Internet Project published January of this year. In addition, half of them own dedicated hand-held devices like a tablet or eReader, two devices widely used to read eBooks. Some readers also use smartphones to read eBooks.
In a similar vein, Statistica reported eBook sales revenue was expected to reach 8.69 billion in 2018. This projection is a marked improvement from the 2.31 billion recorded in 2011. eBook sales are expected to rise even more, as different eBook reading apps and eReaders like the Samsung NOOK hit the market. The trend also shows more are switching to eReaders from print, though print books still remain the dominant choice in reading format.
Given all these, buying eBooks for gifts sounds like an excellent idea. Key genres for eBook bestsellers include mystery/thrillers, science fiction books/fantasy and romance, so it’s a good bet your shopping would involve books in these genres.
Here’s our top ten list of recommended bestsellers you could give out as books for the coming holidays this year:
1. The Fault in Our Stars by John Green
Green’s YA book, about the romance of two cancer survivors, still tops the list of 2014’s bestsellers. If you’re in the mood for a tearjerker sans cheesiness, one with both heart and humor, this book is perfect.
2. Divergent Series by Veronica Roth
Want action, philosophy, romance, and adventure in a Dystopian setting? The Divergent trilogy is in the same vein as the Hunger games trilogy but with a completely different ending. (Clue: not a happy ending). Still, story and character-wise, this series—particularly the first two books—is a win.
3. Gone Girl: A Novel by Gillian Flynn
“What happened to Amy?” is the question at the core of this story. At their fifth anniversary, Nick’s wife—Amy—goes missing. From there, it’s a slow, irresistible ride to find out what happened and why. If you’re looking for a night-time thriller to put you to bed, don’t pick up this book. Otherwise, it’ll keep you wide-awake with a can’t-wait-till-i-get-to-the-last page fever and you’ll be wondering where the night has gone when you see the light creeping outside your window.
4. The Fixed Trilogy by Laurelin Paige
If you’re a fan of the Fifty Shades series, there’s a big chance you’ll fall in love with Alayna and Hudson as well. This steamy trilogy is on the New York Times and USA Today bestseller list.
5. The Husband’s Secret by Liane Moriarty
Cecilia finds a mysterious letter addressed to her. The opening lines read as: “To be opened only in the event of my death…” and so starts the mystery involving John Paul, Cecilia’s husband, and her struggle to either keep or reveal another person’s secret.
6. Love Illuminated by Daniel Jones
This is the compilation of the Modern Love column from the New York Times. Edited by Daniel Jones, these deeply personal, intimate, fun and touching essays not only say a lot about love, but about human relationships in general. Filled with different voices, places and histories, the book is great read for those who find themselves wondering about love, in all its complexities and complications.
7. The Beauty of a Husband by Anne Carson
At times poetry and novel, this is a beautiful and haunting story about a man who can’t be anything but unfaithful and the woman who loves him. The language is sensual and honest and the short passages on the page mimic the steps of a tango dance. An inventive and stirring read.
8. Written on the Body by Jeanette Winterson
This is a about the wonderful romance between Louise and her lover, whose gender is never fully revealed. Quotes from the book include “I love you is always a quotation,” in the sense that many have said the exact same words before we have. And yet, when we do say those words, we say them as though we are doing it for the first time. Tender, touching and lush, this remains as one of Winterson’s best works.
9. All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr
This is the story of a young German boy whose talent in engineering gets him sent to a military academy. Set in World war II in France and Germany, this is one of the best books you’ll ever read in 2014.
10. The Lumatere Chronicles by Melina Marchetta
Part-science fiction, part-fantasy, the three books in the Lumatere Chronicles combine romance, adventure, and the many ways families sacrifice and love. From insane princesses to adventures that rival the Lord of the Rings in its scope, this three-parter would leave you wanting to root for Isobel, Finnikin, Froi and Quintana, along with the rest of the well-fleshed out characters of the books.
These are just some of the best eBooks you could give as gifts to friends and family. Have fun reading these titles on your own—and adding most, if not all of them, to your personal list of favorites.
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In a world filled with apps, “likes” and an increasing quantity of viral videos, it’s tempting to brush off everything as a phase. After all, brick-and-mortar businesses have been around since the days of chariots. Who really needs fancy gadgets or social networks to make a sale?
The truth is that technology can be a huge boon to your business. From overseas communication to digital marketing strategies, technology can boost your revenue, increase your customer retention and generally just make your business run smoother.
Here are six ways technology can help your business. It isn’t an exhaustive list, of course, but it should be enough to make you reconsider your position on tech.