What Does IT Really Cost?

Have you ever wondered how much companies spend every year on their traditional in-house IT infrastructures? What about the ones that are experiencing growth? How do they keep up with increased capacity, while also scaling down costs and risks for this new approach of doing business? Keeping up with the latest in IT can be expensive for businesses of all sizes. Companies that maintain traditional systems typically incur two categories: typical IT capital costs and typical IT expenses.

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Is Storage in the Cloud Unlimited?

One of the most hotly debated words, or perhaps more accurately phrases in cloud computing is “unlimited storage.” As DropBox was introduced back in 2007 with its unlimited photo and file sharing features many providers rolled out their own version that would unleash this potential by allowing individuals to upload any amount they wanted without worry about running low on space.  Cloud storage has revolutionized the way we manage our digital life. With companies like Google, Amazon and Microsoft providing their customers with easy-to-use cloud solutions for everything from backup files to collaborative work environments there are an unlimited number of options at our disposal. The question still remains: is Cloud Storage Unlimited?

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4 Cloud Computing Myths Busted

In the cloud, there are so many misconceptions concerning what it is and does. When technology is understood-the benefits begin to outweigh any negatives associated with using said service or product in general (such as security). Cloud Services can mean different things depending on who you’re talking too; here’s four common myths about clouds: Cloud computing is a fad. Cloud computing has been around for a long time; it’s just now starting to take off. The concepts and technologies behind this emerging field are constantly evolving, with high adoption rates continuing into the next few years! The Cloud is not secure. With a team of security experts working 24/7, cloud providers provide unparalleled protection for businesses. Cloud computing reduces productivity. Cloud computing improves workplace efficiency by providing increased productivity benefits. With access to more resources at any time, employees can be even more productive and successful in their jobs than before! Cloud computing is expensive. The upfront costs of a cloud migration can seem overwhelming, but the long-term savings will often offset these initial expenditures. Cloud technology saves small business owners 20% more on their tech budgets than those that don’t use this type of service. With cloud computing, small businesses have access to the most cutting edge technology. ABQ-IT’s experts can help you identify what solutions are best for your needs and take a direct route into this new world of enterprise level service delivery!

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Post-Pandemic Work-From-Home IT Solutions

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses found ways for their employees to work from home.

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The State of the Channel Ransomware Report - SMBs Need To Know This

The State of the Channel Ransomware Report - SMBs Need To Know This The 2020 Datto’s Annual Global State of the Channel Ransomware Report was just released and it contains a wealth of valuable survey findings. For those who don’t speak IT, or for those without time to read this 22-page report (aka every small business owner), we’ve boiled down what you’ll want to know most from this excellent new research study.

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