617.938.6200Microsoft Office 365 was released only a week ago, but it already is getting mixed reviews. As an online based version of Microsoft Office, it initiates the company's plunge into software as a service (SaaS.)
Microsoft Office 365 was released only a week ago, but it already is getting mixed reviews. As an online based version of Microsoft Office, it initiates the company's plunge into software as a service (SaaS.)
Topics: Cloud Computing, Microsoft, New Technology
InfoWorld published an article about a recent survey conducted by the International Data Corporation (IDC). In the survey, IDC asked IT executives if they preferred Private Clouds in comparison to Public Clouds. The results showed that many companies expect to use a combination of both Public and Private Cloud services. The mixed use of Public and Private Clouds is also referred to as a Hybrid Cloud.
Topics: Cloud Computing
NSK Inc, a Boston-based IT consulting firm, just announced the release of Pavis® Cloud Computing Solutions. Now small and medium sized businesses can experience the efficiency and scalability of Cloud Computing while utilizing a cost-effective solution. Pavis Cloud Solutions are custom built to fit an organization’s specific needs. The suite offers a range of options including backup disaster recovery (BDR), on-demand storage, and archival capabilities.
Topics: Cloud Computing, Disaster Recovery
This software update may have been introduced almost two years ago, but it is still quite important to know about since its first Service Package update came out a few months ago! In late October 2009, software champs Microsoft released Windows Server 2008 R2 and a following service package a year later. Essentially, this program is the Window’s server line of operating systems and was built on Windows NT 6.1 which Windows 7 also uses. As usual, Microsoft has created multiple versions of this software in order to cater to the different users needs. With the seven different editions it is easy to find one that is the right fit, even if you do not want to pay much or are inexperienced with technology. In addition, Windows Server 2008 R2 has new features that give the users more freedom.
Topics: Microsoft, Windows Server
Who is Chris McNair?
Originally from Laurel, Mississippi, IT Consultant Chris McNair joined NSK Inc in April 2011. However, prior to moving to Boston, Chris lived in Naples, Italy for two years while working for the NAVY. In Italy he mainly did IT and asset management jobs for the Information Insurance Office. While overseas he had the opportunity to travel across Europe to places like Paris, London and Rome believing that one of the most notable differences between the countries was the food.
Topics: NSK Team, Disaster Recovery, Managed Services