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  1. Dropbox v. Enterprise-level BDR Solutions

    A Summary of Recent ChannelPro Article “The Coming Convergence of File Sync and BDR.” Dropbox is a very popular program and in some ways, it does the same job as some backup systems out there. But, do industry experts think file syncing programs are viable backup and disaster recovery (BDR) options? A recent article in…

  2. Understanding the Diverse Components of WingSwept

    In the Garner community, the WingSwept brand is recognized and the faces of the people that make up the WingSwept team are well known, but what WingSwept does is often misunderstood. Locally, WingSwept is synonymous with IT support, but our team is full of experts in multiple technology fields. The company is made up of…

  3. Is Patching a Forgotten Task at Your Small Business?

    It is extremely important to update patches from third-party programs such as Flash and Java. Total Care Managed Services at WingSwept includes patching of over 80 of these programs so our customers don’t have to. WingSwept provides IT support to small and medium sized businesses in North Carolina.  We deploy patches to these clients so that…

  4. Cutting Costs with Advanced Support

    WingSwept has been encouraging customers for the past year to consider a more economically-sound IT support plan.  Managed Services is the proactive alternative to the reactive support that many business owners have invested in.  Proactive IT support saves businesses unpredictable costs in both downtime and equipment, which is why WingSwept has kept every key customer…

  5. Like they said, “Managed Security: It’s About Trust and ROI”

    Managed Services is a mutually beneficial IT system.  WingSwept’s customers can spend less and get more protection, and WingSwept’s technicians can stay in-tune with the ongoing network health of a customer’s business.  One thing this article points out is the importance of trust as well as cost-reduced IT practices.  WingSwept offers their customers 10 years…

  6. The Garner Citizen and Community Recognize WingSwept CEO

    The Garner Citizen recognized Jay Strickland, WingSwept CEO, with a Citizen Choice award.  The article speaks highly of his service and dedication to the community.  When asked how he manages to find any spare time, he gives full credit to the WingSwept staff. “I believe in the abilities of our staff,” Strickland said. “They are…

  7. Are you satisfied with the answers to these questions about your tech support?

    In this article by Ray Barber of Kaseya, seven questions are outlined to help you choose a technology partner that will allow you to focus on your business.  The article states that “you need your IT to work – all the time – and using an outsourced IT service can give small to medium-sized businesses like yours…

  8. What are the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats of your Technology?

    WingSwept’s IT experts offer businesses the chance to better understand their technology.  How efficient is your network? Is your server and technology equipment holding you back? Are you on the brink of a computer crash? These are all easy questions to answer after getting a Technology SWOT analysis by WingSwept.  It is our goal to help…

  9. WingSwept Introduces New Partner Advisor to Strengthen Customer Relationships

    WingSwept is pleased to announce that Cray Carter has joined WingSwept’s growing staff.  As a Partner Advisor, Cray will help nurture and develop client relationships and be an overall valued asset to the IT consulting firm, specifically working in the Network Support division. The Network Support division’s purpose is to provide peace of mind to…

  10. 10 Biggest Security Threats & How IT Can Help

    CRN Magazine, in their September issue, examined the current state of technology, security solutions and what is to come. They rated the biggest security threats that will be facing customers in the next 12 to 18 months. The 10 Biggest Security Threats Are: 39.7% – Data Loss/Breaches 35.9% – Internal Threats 34.3% – Social Networking…