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Most modern businesses employ a variety of mobile devices to access critical data and perform job tasks remotely. This has given them greater agility, mobility, and flexibility, but it’s also brought greater cybersecurity risks and increased device management...

Virtual machines are a cost-saving alternative to traditional computers, performing most or all of the same tasks as their tangible counterparts. When outsourcing your company’s computer support, virtualization can increase flexibility, scalability, and agility,...

Not all Napa IT companies are alike. Computer Engineering Group (CEG) offers individuals and businesses technological services and computer support that are second to none. Our customers enjoy strategic IT-related assistance that includes business IT support, IT...

Working with a third-party IT services provider brings a wealth of benefits to your business. Business IT support experts offer advice on the safest technologies to use and help your business identify vulnerabilities in your current system that could lead to a...

CEG understands how frustrating it can be to have your home computer or mobile phone stop working right when you need it most. With more people than ever working from home, it’s critical to have computer support and phone repair services at your disposal that get you...

In an era where online scams or hacks have become more clever and devastating to businesses and individuals, the need for thorough security protocols has become ever more apparent. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is one method commonly endorsed by IT companies to...

For over three decades, PowerPoint has been the go-to presentation software for businesses, teaching faculty, students, IT companies, and anyone else presenting to an audience with hopes of making a lasting impression. However, another competitor, Google Slides, has...

The breakneck speed at which the business world is progressing has forced many companies to think outside their offices to manage their networks and business systems. This has led to a surge in IT outsourcing with entities known as Managed Service Providers (MSP). A...

Whether you need to keep inventory in check, store financial data, or execute complex calculations around ever-changing data, having access to a reliable spreadsheet program is crucial to ensuring everything adds up correctly. The battle between Google Workplace and...

CEG is pleased to announce we have moved our operations to a more convenient location and one that better suits our business. You can now find our computer support office at the following address: 305 Soscol Ave, Napa, CA, 94559. Our hours of operation will remain...

Are you constantly in a race against time while working? Do you often feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day? While we may not be able to get you the afternoon off, we can help you save a few seconds and make operating your Windows operating system more...

Deciding on which word processor is best suited for your team can come down to a variety of factors. Cloud services and IT companies typically need an option that can store plenty of data, respond quickly, and offer flexible payment options. Microsoft 365 and Google...

While Wi-Fi security has come a long way in recent years, vulnerabilities still exist in the process of data transfer, exposing us to potential hacks and malware. New threats are continuously being discovered and have existed for well over two decades. As a result, IT...

Data collection has become the key focus of IT services and online businesses in virtually every industry. It helps to determine the needs and wants of their potential customers, which attributes to the overall success of the business itself. But another important...

Passwords protection is fundamental for keeping data safe from hackers and scammers and all IT companies would tell you the same thing. Unfortunately, however, we tend to use simple passwords or weak protection measures to avoid spending just a little more time on...

If you’re a business owner with a computer (or laptop) and want to back up your info, your instinct is probably to go with the most affordable option to get the job done. But what most of the cheaper backup systems don’t advertise is they can leave you stuck in the...

Since you’re probably reading this on a laptop or computer, we will also assume you have an external hard drive and perhaps some questions about it. In this article, we’ll cover some basic info and questions most people have about this important piece of equipment and...

Over the past few decades, email has become a primary communication method for businesses and among groups of individuals. Electronic messaging has replaced those paper interoffice memos and most communications that had previously come by post. Cloud Services are...