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That video is honestly really good. 

Love these perspectives of the many places I go hiking and walking in and around the city.

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Samsung’s Galaxy S9 still comes with a free Chromebook from Amazon

Samsung’s brand-new  Galaxy Note 9  is perfect for people who want an immense amount of storage, a large screen, and some clever S Pen functionality, but its $999 starting price certainly isn’t cheap. It’s worth remembering that you can get a lot of what’s good about the Note 9 in the Galaxy S9, and it’ll cost you less money.    Amazon is running a deal on the S9 and S9 Plus  that tosses in a Samsung Chromebook 3 for free. Starting at $719, you can buy the S9 with the Chromebook 3. If you want the S9 Plus instead, that will cost $839. Both of these prices reflect how much each phone costs to buy unlocked, but you’re also getting a free Chrome OS laptop.  The Note 9 will definitely be a better choice for some, but if you’re loading up on tech...         Continue reading…

https://www.theverge.com/good-deals/2018/8/9/17671964/amazon-samsung-galaxy-s9-free-chromebook

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Microsoft’s latest Surface Pro firmware update fixes Surface Pen accuracy issues

Microsoft is addressing Surface Pen accuracy issues with its latest Surface Pro tablet. Hundreds of Surface Pro owners  have been complaining  about Surface Pen problems with the device for months, noting that the Surface Pen becomes inaccurate when you rest your hand on the Surface Pro screen. Microsoft has been investigating a fix, and the latest Surface Pro firmware update (available on Windows Update) now addresses problems with palm rejection affecting Surface Pen accuracy.  Affected users have confirmed pen strokes are now fully accurate when resting a hand on the Surface Pro screen. Microsoft’s latest Surface Pro isn’t the only device to experience strange screen-related issues in the Surface lineup. Earlier this year Microsoft...         Continue reading…

https://www.theverge.com/2018/8/9/17671558/microsoft-surface-pro-surface-pen-firmware-update-accuracy-issues

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YouTube now recommends the best phones for video playback, and it doesn’t suggest an iPhone

At its Note 9 announcement today, Samsung boasted the new phablet is a “YouTube Signature Device” for 2019. If you haven’t heard of that certification before, that’s because it’s a brand-new program YouTube just launched. The  YouTube Device Report  recommends the best smartphones, which it calls “signature devices,” for watching YouTube. These phones feature the ability to watch 360-degree footage, support for high dynamic range, high frame rate, 4K decoding, next-generation codecs, and reliable DRM performance. Google says its team evaluates each device and works with manufacturers to fix video playback performance and capability issues.  The report launches with 18 devices, with the aforementioned Note 9 alongside other popular...         Continue reading…

https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2018/8/9/17671362/youtube-signature-device-video-watch-phone-recommend-galaxy-note-9-pixel-2-oneplus-6

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Microsoft threatened to drop hosting for Gab over hate speech posts

Microsoft has threatened to cease hosting services for the alt-right social network Gab over two anti-Semitic posts, according to  an email published by Gab founder Andrew Torba . The email claims the posts violate Microsoft policy and requests that Gab “promptly take appropriate action to resolve the complaint…within two business days” or hosting service will be suspended. If Gab is forced off Azure, Torba says service “will go down for weeks/months” as the company secures a new provider.  The named posts were written by Patrick Little, a Senate candidate who was  ejected from a GOP convention in May for anti-Semitic views . The  named   posts , which are more than three weeks old, also express intense anti-Semitism and meet any reasonable...         Continue reading…

https://www.theverge.com/2018/8/9/17671188/microsoft-gab-hate-speech-hosting-ban-deplatform

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Do you need help with your business email? Website? Spam? We are family IT business in Burlington. We are the big Toronto firms Call us at 905-632-9918 or check us out at https://bit.ly/2vwxvR1 #burlon #burlont  #burlontario

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A lot of customers ask me what kind of laptop is good. Personally I always tell them Lenovo, I have found that Dell’s and HP’s aren’t as reliable. Of course I’m not referring to broken screens or dead power cables. What I’m talking about is hard drives, black screens, dead USB ports and all the other non-user damage type things that happen to laptops. The Lenovo’s usually get replaced to old age instead of being damaged. We have our customers buy quality Lenovo hardware because, as a network administrator I don’t have time for basic PC support. I have IT projects, migrations, instigation and data systems that need my complete concentration. I don’t want to deal with non-reliable hardware. My basic build when I’m talking to a customer or a user about getting a laptop is the following. Start with the basics, an Intel i5 laptop with 8-16GB of ram and 500GB-1TB hard drive (based on price) is the way to go. If you are only using it for internet and word processing you could use an I3, if you are going to be anything more than that stick with an I5. If you want to do something more complex (think CAD, games, running LOTS of programs) then get an I7. Hardware is pretty cheap these days. You can buy new or used – depending on your budget. If you’re a business customer and you want to talk laptops give me a shout. I love that stuff! -Dave from Blogger http://ift.tt/2k7HsjV via IFTTT

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Dataforge – a different kind of IT Support

Dataforge consists of 4 techs working their hardest to make sure business IT is working well. We also handle IT projects and manage vendors. What I feel really sets us apart from the rest of the IT industry is the way we handle IT as a whole.

We usually make core business decisions based on what’s good for you and your users. Dan (my brother and founder of Dataforge) will usually tell us to just make decisions ‘as if it was your company’.  Because of this you will receive solutions that make sense. They will be thought out and usually the best option.

The ‘call us when you need us’ model works for some issues that come up in your environment. We understand that, but the main issue is that you don’t get leadership with that. Dataforge offers true enterprise level administration. You have access to our team who are currently running different networks with hundreds of users. We have the experience.

If you would like to know more about how Dataforge can change the way you do business and user technology please reach out – You can always call or email me and we can chat with no obligation.

-Dave

Dave Forsyth

General Manager

Dataforge

Building solid it solutions

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128GB of RAM for one of our managed servers #burlon #hamont #oakville #milton #canada #ontario #burlontario #toronto #mississauga #vaughn #bolton

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FREE (as in beer) network assessment

Dan and I have been running networkings for a long time. In that time we have seen close to everything. We can easily tell if I network is being managed and maintained or if you need help. If you are looking for an honest on site assessment we will come and take a look. For free.

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Alright here we are in the future. It’s 2017 and of course you know my blogging amount dropped to 0 by the end of last year. Time to get back into it – at the same time I think I’m going to get the Dataforge Instagram account back up and running also. Time to keep ‘the forge’ in the news with updates of all the goings on.

-Dave

Dave Forsyth

General Manager

Dataforge

Building solid it solutions

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f. +289 812 7152

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Dataforge: Your number 1 choice for help desk services

Are you looking for a small local help desk team located within the Burlington, Ontario area? Dataforge is your team. We are a team of four experienced techs that help user’s day in and day out with their computer issues. We manage servers, we help users, and we deploy workstations.

What sets our help desk services apart from the rest?  

We try to be different. When you have an issue, you talk directly to the person who will be resolving the issue. There is no need to contact level one, create a ticket then wait for the actual tech to call you directly. When you require help you can email or call the guys who will be resolving the issue for you. We reply to emails and return phone calls.

If you have to leave a voicemail message, it will email all our techs via our support email. 

At Dataforge helping users is our number one focus when it comes to our IT support services.  As an added bonus most of our work is done remotely. When you call or email us you will most likely have one of our guys take you to our remote support site and start a screen share. So you can show us what’s happening. Give me a shout and let's talk IT! -Dave

Dave Forsyth

General Manager

Dataforge

Building solid it solutions

t. +905 632 9918 EXT 200

f. +289 812 7152

e. davef@dataforge.on.ca

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Dataforge IT support services and or VOIP provide

Are you in in the greater Toronto/Hamilton area, and you are looking for a better IT solution and/or reliable crystal clear VOIP?

Dataforge is here to provide, all in one technology and VOIP solutions for business customers.

Dataforge is an IT management company located in Burlington, Ontario.  We recently partnered with Frontier Networks, a leading Internet/VOIP provider, to provide all in one solutions to businesses. We offer technology support to many businesses and also provide and manage VOIP services across Ontario. Our service includes, complete management of servers, networks, desktops and laptops, VOIP phones and so on.

OUR APPROACH

At Dataforge, it is our goal to provide you with industry leading results based on efficiency and integrity.  We will work with you to meet your business needs and offer you quality service by putting everything in place, to ensure we bring out the best in your business through our innovative technology. 

We have been in business since 1998, we have long term associations with some of the industry's top players and our new partnership with Frontier Networks demonstrates our commitment to providing the best VOIP Solutions and Services that will give you the desired result you want in your business. Our success is based on our existing customer relationships, and we desire to continue providing the same level of dedication to our new customers.

We cater to clients from all industries and we pride ourselves in being able to take care of the business needs of our clients Big or Small.

WHY CHOOSE DATAFORGE?

When you choose our services, you will have a single point of contact for all your technical needs.

 We help manage and support your;

- Servers and storage

-  Networking equipment

-  Inventory Control

-  Desktops and laptops

-  Phone systems/Internet connection

-  Migration of your data to new servers and computers

-  Technology training needs

Solutions and Services that will give you the desired result you want in your business. Our success is based on our existing customer relationships, and we desire to continue providing the same level of dedication to our new customers.

We cater to clients from all industries and we pride ourselves in being able to take care of the business needs of our clients Big or Small.

   Take the bold step today and choose a better IT solution/VOIP service provider by getting in touch with us TODAY!

Adam Ross

Support Analyst

Dataforge

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Dataforge IT Consulting

Are you in Canada or any surrounding state, and you are looking for a better technology vendor or the best VOIP service provider? Look no further because Dataforge IT Consult is here to provide all in one technology and VOIP solutions for business customers and bring a smile to their face. Dataforge is an IT management company in Burlington Ontario and recently partnered with Frontier Networks, a leading Internet provider, to provide all in one solution to businesses. We offer technology support to many businesses and also provide and manage VOIP services in Ontario. Our VOIP supports include Power protection for hardware, desktops and laptops, fully managed office copier, VOIP phones and lines and so on. OUR APPROACH At Dataforge, we pride ourselves on delivering quality results with efficiency and integrity. We work with you to meet your business needs and offer you a quality service by putting everything in place to ensure we bring out the best in your business through our innovative technology. Through transparent communication, careful analysis, and open collaboration with leading internet provider, we provide the best VOIP service experience for our customer base. By also carefully studying your business needs, we make it our goal to provide a unique VOIP service and solutions that will bring out the best in your business. OUR SERVICES Our dream is to provide for our clients a VOIP service at highly competitive rates. Every of our customers would be entitled to choose from our different types of enticing packaging options of our products depending on their respective needs. Our vision is to help you save a ton of money when you choose to switch over to our services from another conventional service provider. OUR COMMITMENT Our long-standing presence in the technology industry, long term association with industry's top players and a new partnership with Frontier Networks demonstrates our commitment to providing the best VOIP Solutions and Services that will give you the desired result you want in your business. Our progress is based on our existing customer relationships, and we desire to continue providing the same level of dedication to our new customers and develop a good business relationship. WHY CHOOSE US When you choose our services, we help manage and support your;  Servers and storage  Networking equipment  Power protection for hardware  Desktops and laptops  Fully managed office copier  Migration of your data to new servers and training We reward our highly valued customers with special offers and promotions. We also provide technical support to ease your VOIP usage to ease and increase your business successes. Take the bold step today and choose a better VOIP service provider by getting in touch with us TODAY! from Blogger http://ift.tt/2fJTrQ9 via IFTTT

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Spam.. Spam Never Changes

Like death and taxes spam feels like it’s going to be constant in our lives. People will always try and blast potential customers with deals on sun glass, cloths and everything else. I mean, fax spam is still a thing. With automation and tools today they make sending email blasts to thousands or millions of people a day non-issue.

 I have recently picked up a customer who is getting spammed, a lot.  We put in a solid spam filter that used the main RBL’s (Real Time Black Lists) and that cut the spam down to hundreds instead of thousands. Next we put in a select recipients list and it dropped even further.

These are not hard changes, but it seems this company’s last IT firm couldn’t resolve the issue.  Ok, I’m not saying they will never get spam, but they won’t get hundreds a day. They will get a few, a reasonable amount. We also now have spam visibility so when spam comes in we can do something about it.

I personally use my Dataforge email address as my primary email. Dataforge is my family’s business I have had the luck of being behind an enterprise level spam filter since I was in my early 20s. I don’t even think about signing up for ebooks, free trials or listing my email address publically.  I mean look at this blog – If I was worried about spam I wouldn’t list my full contact details here.

If you are having a problem with spam and need some actual advice on how to get it resolved – send me an email and let’s chat.

Dave

Dave Forsyth

General Manager

Dataforge

Building solid it solutions

t. +905 632 9918 EXT 200

f. +289 812 7152

e. davef@dataforge.on.ca

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A major underground marketplace acting like an eBay for criminals is selling access to more than 70,000 compromised servers, allowing buyers to carry out widespread cyber-attacks around the world, security experts said Wednesday.