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Online backup services are one of the most revolutionary ideas of
the internet age in my opinion. All computer users who rely upon
their computers for their day to day operations know how
important it is to have a recent backup at all times. Technology
has simplified our lives in so many ways; however, technology is
not fail proof. Because we are so highly dependent on it in this
day and age, a technological failure or a simple spurt of human
error can throw us back, seemingly into the stone ages,
especially if we do not have our computer data backed up where it
can be quickly and easily recovered.

Of course we all have good intentions and plan to do regular
backups “some day”. Some companies even require computer users on
their staff to make regular backups as a matter of policies and
procedures. However, in both cases we are relying on humans to
take care of backing up data so it will be available if
unexpected hardware failures occur. Humans don’t always do what
they are supposed to do, and making backups is one of those tasks
that gets overlooked more often than others. Automating the
process of making backups on a regular basis using online backup
services diminishes the odds that you will caught in a bind
without a backup of your electronic data.

Another major advantage of online backup services is that they
provide an offsite backup of your computer data. Sometimes the
backup is even stored on a separate computer network in a remote
location that is in a different geographic region. This is a
remarkable advantage of online backup services because not only
is the backed up data safe in case of a hardware failure, it is
also protected against catastrophic events like fires or floods
at your place of business as well as being protected from loss in
case of a natural disaster like a tornado, a hurricane or a major
earthquake. Online backup services can literally save the day,
and the business, when such disastrous events occur.

With online backup services you can schedule backups to be done
through an automated process at regular intervals throughout the
day. The frequency of your backups conducted through online
backup services is pretty dependent upon your business and the
volume of business you do in a day. With most online backup
services, the frequency of the backups affects the cost of the
services, so this is something to consider when deciding how
frequently it is necessary to backup your computer systems.

Different online backup services also have a range of packages
with different levels of online backup services and relatively
varying fees. Pricing structures for online backup services
generally fluctuate based upon the level of service provided. The
cost, automation capabilities, security and the availability of
the backups for immediate restoration are important
considerations when selecting online backup services for your
business.

The price of online backup services usually increases along with
the amount of storage needed in terms of megabytes or gigabytes.
So, before you choose a particular plan for online backup
services, be sure you know what data will need to be backed up,
the intervals at which the automated backups will need to be
made, and the storage space required from your online backup
services to house your data.

Regardless of the type of business you operate or the size of
your business, the use of automated online backup services is
recommended. Online backup services give you peace of mind
knowing that your backups are safely stored in a remote location
and available for restoration whenever you need them. Online
backup services that are automated also ensure that backups are
made in a timely manner at preset intervals that you have
determined are necessary.

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Free online computer games do not only cater to teen-agers who are interested in games with sophisticated and often complicated plots. There is also a large number of websites that offer free online computer games to kids below the age of twelve.

These games combine learning and fun so those children who play them not only enjoy playing the games but also become familiar with computers. The games that are offered on these sites include kids’ games such as jigsaw puzzles, activities, coloring pages, and other simple games.

It is also hoped that as you access these sites and download their games, you and your child can play the games together and foster more learning, as the games are pleasing and appealing to the senses. These websites also provide printable coloring pages and activities that you and your child can work on, even if you are not online. These webpages often have thousands of pages that can help teach your child different lessons, and the games are updated on a regular basis to keep your child interested.

These websites also help your child become more familiar with different events such as holidays and historical events; the games are tailored fit to highlight the importance of such events. These websites have also been designed to cater to the whole family; some activities and some of the games that are available may involve both parents and their children.

Along with the popularity of other types of games that are available online, games for kids also enjoy a certain level of popularity, especially among parents who value the need for their children to learn the basics of using the computer at an early age. By combining learning and fun, these games will continue to flourish as more parents and people gain access to technology in the near future.

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Whether you are managing staff or simply attempting to keep up with increasing support demands, online Web support is proving to be a useful cost cutting avenue for resolving customer support issues.

On the market today are many affordable Knowledge Base Software solutions that easily integrate with your current website to provide online support to your clients. Knowledge Base Software is available in hosted and non-hosted versions and can be purchased according to the number of administrators needed to manage the articles.

Transitioning to an online support environment is not complicated; the most time consuming component is “placing” your content into the knowledge base. When considering products, look for software that allows for easy importing of word processing files, uploading images, as well as accommodating searchable file attachments. In no time and with little manpower, company documentation can be efficiently organized into the knowledge base tree.

Shifting the mindset of your customers to a self-help scenario need not be a scary endeavor. The following are a few of the recommendations highlighted in a report published by the “Association of Support Professionals”.*

Encourage customers to search the Web first: Web support should be emphasized in company publications as the preferred method of support. Customers using telephone support can often be coaxed to try web support through “on-hold recordings” recommending the speed and simplicity of this Web service. Fine-tune your Web navigation: Often small changes in your current website navigation can result in huge gains for self service. For example, replace typical support contact email addresses with prominent links such as “Ask a Question” or “Find Answers” that link directly to the knowledge base. Duplicate the links in multiple locations throughout the site.

Post new knowledge base content quickly: When your telephone support staff gets issues that are not addressed in the knowledgebase, create a system where they promptly send an alert to knowledge base administrators. Some knowledge base systems allow end users and/or telephone support staff to create new articles on the fly, which get sent to admin for approval. This keeps the knowledge base constantly updated.

Look for new ways to leverage support site investments: The infrastructure of a Web support site can sometimes handle other customer-related tasks such as downloads and the distribution of beta information. The architecture is in place and the interface is already familiar to the customers. Security can be set by administrators as desired to manage permissions.

Soon your customers will be empowered to find answers to their own questions on your website, all-the-while saving your company money. * Doing More With Less, Published by The Association of Support Professionals, pgs. 2-3.

Copyright 2006 Anne Sych

Written by: Anne Sych, Marketing Manager for Novo Solutions, Inc. Novo Solutions, Inc., is an Independent Software Vendor (ISV) in Virginia Beach, Virginia specializing in Customer Support Software. Free trial versions of the Novo Help Desk Software, Knowledge Base Software and suite of web-based Customer Support Solutions are available.

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