When buying a new work computer, it’s easy to get lost in the list of add-ons and configurations, especially whether or not to add a dedicated graphics card or GPU (graphical processing unit). In this blog we’ll discuss what exactly a graphics card is, what they’re used for, and if you would need or benefit from one.
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IT Consulting Abstract's 2025 Hardware Guidelines
At Abstract, we maintain guidelines for device purchasing and replacement according to industry best practices. We've learned a thing or two repairing and supplying hundreds of computers each year. We keep this page current with our latest policies and tips. Read on to see our recommended practices.
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Website Hosting Your Domain is Your Digital Doorstep
These days, a business’ domain is nearly synonymous with their name. Choosing the domain to represent your organization can be an intimidating task. Let us help your decision-making process by exploring what domains are, how to choose the right one, and how to manage it.
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Website Design Keeping Your Website Secure
Like any valuable asset, websites need to be maintained with care and kept secure, but securing your website can be a daunting and confusing task. Let's dive into the most common threats to watch out for and the best practices for keeping your website secure.
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Computer Repair SSDs vs. Hard Drives
A lot of terms are thrown around when discussing computer specs, especially about data storage. Let’s explain the basics of computer storage, what SSDs are, and how they differ from the traditional hard drive.
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Managed IT Services How to Choose the Right Managed Service Provider (MSP)
Choosing a Managed Service Provider (MSP) can feel overwhelming, especially if you need to become more familiar with the ins and outs of IT services. But don't worry—I'm here to break it down into simple steps.
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Search Engine Optimization Why Blog Content is King
You may think no one is paying attention to your blog posts, but you always have one audience member and they're your most important one: Google. Understanding the importance of your blog is crucial to ensuring your content is consistent and high-quality.
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Managed IT Services Break/Fix vs. Managed Services: What You Need to Know
Sometimes solving your IT issues starts by knowing the right questions to ask. When you're just getting off the ground, terms like "Break/Fix" and "Managed Service Provider" can be entirely foreign, but understanding the difference is step one in resolving your organizations IT needs.
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Managed IT Services Signs It's Time to Switch to a Managed Service Provider (MSP)
IT management can become too much to handle as your company expands. These warning signs may indicate that it's time for a change if you're considering moving to a Managed Service Provider (MSP).