Microsoft’s Latest and Greatest
Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2 were released to the public recently and brought with them a slew of changes and new features. Most notable is the return of…
A New Spin on Skype
I’m sure you’ve all heard video chatting software and apps, such as Skype or Google chats. Well, now there is an app for Apple users that combines the best features…
Boston Tech Meetup
The Boston Tech Scene is alive and well, and if you don’t believe me check out the Boston Startup Map. Even Mark Zuckerberg has said that 'if he could have…
Smith 212 Makeover
This past summer, Smith 212 received quite the makeover. The new Smith 212 has been redesigned with collaborative learning in mind, which was the inspiration behind its open design and…
Want to provide a good customer experience? Try remote support
Providing a good customer experience is one of the top strategic priorities for many companies. In customer service and support, remotely connecting to a customer’s computer is often the most…
Steve who? Why Jobs was only kind of a big deal
This week in October marks the two year anniversary of the loss of two of the defining technological minds in our era. Most likely you have heard of one of…
A Swipe System for the Students, by the Students
As you enter the CIS Sandbox over the next couple of weeks, you may notice something new... Nick and I have rebuilt this new system ourselves—to make your experience at…
Spying Someone/Someplace Gets Easier
Remember those spy cameras in James Bond films? Want to keep an eye on your property or your baby? Well, with a few bucks, you can easily do it with…
Automate your home with WeMo
Home automation and smartphones are a natural fit. As such, we are seeing the proliferation of systems that let you turn lights on and off, brew coffee, monitor security cameras…