Entries by KME Systems

Should I Block and Filter Internet Traffic at Work?

Many businesses feel that since they are paying for their employees, their PC’s and their Internet connection, they don’t want staff wasting time on social media, shopping, or other distracting sites.  As an IT firm, we get the following question quite frequently from our clients: Should we block Internet traffic?  My answer is typically yes […]

Software Defined Networking (SDN): Worth the Investment?

Software Defined Networking (or SDN) is a recent technology that is delivering great results for companies testing and deploying it.  Smart IT departments have been increasingly implementing SDN since its emergence to enhance their network infrastructure and protect their organizations in various ways.  Today it affects larger firms with Data Centers but very shortly, like […]

Goodbye Server 2003, Hello Server 2012!

Windows Server 2003 will officially stop being supported as of July 14 2015.  Unless you are the Federal Government it’s time to say goodbye.  Server 2003 was launched in April 2003, so a 12 year lifespan for a technology product is really saying something.   Want to look into the past and see how new Server […]

Windows 7, The Bell Tolls For Thee!

That’s right, end of life for Windows 7 is January 2015.   Don’t believe it?  Check out Microsoft’s own support statement here. Of course extended support will be around for a while, so don’t panic.   But what you should be concerned about is older technology in your workplace like Windows Server 2003.  It’s a hazard for several […]

Where to Spend Your Budget When Looking For a New Server

If it’s time for a new server, your small business should consider the following factors when weighing your options.  First of all, let’s assume you have decided a Cloud option isn’t right for your needs. For the purpose of this article, we will continue on as if you have decided on a premise based solution.

Is Bring Your Own Device Safe for my Office?

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) is a hot topic in the business world right now. This policy allows employees to bring and use their personal mobile devices, laptops, smartphones, tablets and more to work. Is it safe for your office? There are benefits and risks to implementing BYOD you should consider before you allow this […]