General IT

Broad IT topics including hardware, printers, onboarding, and vendor management.

How to Build an IT Budget for a Small Business

Practical guide to creating an IT budget for a small business, covering hardware, software, security, support, and common budgeting mistakes.

6 min readbeginnerFeb 4, 2026

How to Choose a Managed IT Provider for Your Small Business

Practical guide for small business owners evaluating managed IT providers (MSPs), covering what to look for, questions to ask, and red flags to avoid.

7 min readbeginnerFeb 4, 2026

How to Decide When to Replace vs. Repair an Office Computer

Practical framework for small businesses to decide whether to repair a struggling office computer or replace it, based on age, cost, and business impact.

5 min readbeginnerFeb 4, 2026

How to Write an Acceptable Use Policy for Your Small Business

Template and guide for creating a simple, effective IT acceptable use policy that protects your business and sets clear expectations for employees.

6 min readbeginnerFeb 4, 2026

IT Offboarding Checklist: How to Securely Remove Access When Someone Leaves

Step-by-step IT offboarding checklist for small businesses to revoke access, preserve data, and recover devices when an employee departs.

6 min readbeginnerFeb 4, 2026

IT Onboarding Checklist: Everything to Prepare Before a New Employee Starts

Complete IT onboarding checklist for small businesses covering accounts, devices, access, and training to have ready before a new hire's first day.

6 min readbeginnerFeb 4, 2026

What Is a Technology Business Review and Why Your Small Business Needs One

Explains what a Technology Business Review (TBR) is, what it covers, and how it helps small businesses align IT investments with business goals.

5 min readbeginnerFeb 4, 2026