The benefits and risks of cloud computing
Cloud computing has permeated nearly every aspect of modern-day technology because it allows companies to host a variety of different services online with…
Author: The Smart Reader Staff
Briefs and quick reads selected and edited by The Smart Reader's editorial team of Rick, Allyson, and Ryan Good.
Hackers can take control of your computer’s webcam
In the ‘always on’ modern age, it should come as no surprise that your computer’s webcam might be on too, only without your knowledge. According to…
Malls now seek out fitness centers
Gyms, fitness centers, and other health clubs have long been absent from most of the malls around the country, but a recent trend has placed these…
Co-working spaces help small businesses
Getting a small business off the ground or even maintaining a successful startup can be a grueling and expensive task but co-working spaces have been…
Appealing to last minute gift shoppers
Some retailers found gift wrapping during the Christmas season paid off. One boutique brewery scored big with a popup shop at a local mall. They sold…
Ransomware threat grows; small business at risk
Ransomware threat grows; small businesses at risk A recent uptick in hackers using ransomware to take their victims’ data hostage means that organizations…
What is the blockchain technology behind bitcoin?
Massive surges in the value of bitcoin have people buzzing about blockchain technology, the power of cryptocurrencies, which might seem unnecessarily…
Importance of a business credit score
New business owners need to work on building their business credit score, which is similar to a personal score. According to popular money-centric blog…
Why making websites mobile-friendly is important
People are more attached to their smartphones than ever but recent analysis from Alliance Data shows that although 63 percent of millennials shop on them…
More women are starting small businesses
Starting and running a small business takes a lot of passion and determination, and recently the number of women taking the plunge has been rising….