Software as a service: What entrepreneurs should know
Many businesses rely on software solutions. You can use software to build a great website, manage finances or do whatever else. So many choices and so…
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Four must-listen podcasts for small business owners
Starting and managing a small business takes a lot of work. Many business owners work long hours and assume high risks. Still, for many entrepreneurs,…
Sensors and AI may replace referees
Mere seconds remain on the clock. Your favored NFL team is advancing to the endzone, looking to score a dramatic comeback. Fourth down. The ball’s…
Why Facebook renamed itself
Facebook, the company, is no more — even though the social media platform called Facebook remains available. The tech giant has renamed itself Meta…
USB-C may become the one cord to rule them all
Future generations may never fully understand the struggles of those who came before them. Can anyone used to driving a car imagine how difficult it would…
Small businesses leverage delivery services
If you build it, they will come — or so the saying goes. These days, many customers prefer that you come to them. Delivery services surged during the…
Marketing through lesser known social media networks
If you’ve even casually looked into marketing over the last few years, you’ve surely heard about Facebook. You’ve probably heard about YouTube and…
Composting food scraps into nutrient-rich dirt in just 24 hours
Fertilizers have been in fashion for a long time. We know that ancient Romans and Egyptians fertilized crops and scientists have found evidence that…
Original Xbox turns 20 as new console war heats up
Pretty soon, that classic Xbox console gathering dust in your closet will be able to join you at the pub. The Microsoft Xbox turned 20 some weeks ago. And…
Buying the right device for folks unfamiliar with computers
Connect a laptop to the Internet and you’ve got a portal into the World Wide Web. Whether you want to communicate with friends and family, do some…