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Do you have an outdated PC? Are you ready to upgrade to new equipment? It may seem daunting. Depending on how many files, photos and data you have on your current computer, it may be. Let’s make this easy. I’m going to share four useful tips to make your transition seamless, take less effort and be foolproof. These tips can be used at home or work.

Let’s break it down. There are the four steps to follow as you move to a new PC:

Use Webmail for your eMail:

You don’t need to make new accounts and ditch your old ones, if you’re using Webmail you simply have to log-in to your accounts on your new PC. You can use webmail with GMAIL, Yahoo, AOL or Outlook). Email clients are desktop software that allows users to access their emails on their computer without having to log in via the web, this is a bit more complex and results in frustration for many people.

Use Services to Save Your Files:

The easiest way to transfer your files to your new PC is to use a cloud storage service. Your files are stored online and are available to all your computers and mobile devices that are signed in. It’s essentially instant transfer! Cloud also saves on storage for your devices since the consumption occurs on the cloud. The most popular cloud storages are Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive and Google Drive. They are free at the base level. Upgrades are available, of course. OneDrive has 1TB of storage if you buy MS-Office (365).

Sign into Your Browser:

Google Chrome is one of the most popular browsers and you can create multiple profiles to make transferring computers that much easier as it saves your browsing data, like bookmarks, cache, history, etc., on the cloud. All you have to do is create a new profile and link it to an existing Google account on your new computer.

Microsoft Edge works the same way as Chrome where you have a profile that stores all your data, to transfer onto your new computer launch Edge on your old computer, go to Settings, and click on Profile in the left-hand pane. Next, click on Sync, and select the items you want to sync. Make sure to include your bookmarks on the list. Then launch Edge on your new PC, log in to your Microsoft account and hit the Sync option again.

Firefox also has profiles that store all your data, the easiest way to transfer your data without having to move everything to a flash drive is to move your profile from the old PC to the new one. Log into your profile on your old PC then copy everything you need, then go to your new computer sign in again and paste it all to your new computer.

Have a Microsoft account:

With a Microsoft account, you can manage everything in one place. Track your subscriptions, organize your family’s digital life, update your privacy and security settings, and mange the health and safety of your devices.

Everything stays with you in the cloud and across devices. Your OneDrive account is linked to your Microsoft account so you can back up your files online. When you’re ready, sync them onto a new PC. Alternatively you can leave them in the cloud without having to download them. This saves space on your new PC’s hard drive and leaves your files and photos easily accessible from any of your devices. If you do not already have an account, you may create one here.

All in all moving to a new computer isn’t as much of a headache than one may believe. With the right accounts, programs and apps moving from your old PC to a new one is as easy as can be. Just be sure to keep track of all your account information such as username and password, have all your files sorted and up-to-date and try to keep all your files in one place to avoid confusion or loss. If you need any help navigating your new or old computer, I’m here to help!

Contact Dominick

Google, Search, Organic Reach, Local Business, Small Business, Business Owner — Google My Business – A Service of Google

Did you know Google wants to help grow your small business? “Google My Business” (GMB) is a free service to do just that. It’s offered by Google to ensure your business is accurately represented online.

If you need help with getting your business found and validated, GMB is very much for you. You do need to participate in his Google service..

GMB becomes part of your inbound marketing strategy. Inbound marketing is that part of your marketing where customers are looking for you, or looking for the services you provide.

In short, GMB validates the legitimacy of your business. It gives prospects an overview of who, what and where you are even before they visit your website. It allows clients to read reviews about you. Having your favorable reviews allows prospects to have a sense of confidence and encourage them to do business with you. It gives you an instant level of creditability.

GMB makes it easier for people to find your physical location. It lists your complete physical address.

GMB makes it easier for customers to call you by providing your phone number. It provides your office/store hours so prospects are more likely to call while there is someone ready to answer the phone. This prevents the frustration of calls from going to voicemail.

GMB makes it easier for prospects to email you.

Google business makes it easier to visit your website. Your website for provides the full detail and examples of your work.

Creating the free account can drastically increase your search visibility. Provide Google the data needed. Google ensures that information is accurately returned to those searching for you.

If you subscribe to streaming services, you can add them to your Google TV device or app. When you add services to your account, you get more recommendations on what to watch for those services. If a service offers multiple subscription options, to get accurate recommendations, you’ll need to link that service to your Google Account.

On a Google TV device
From the Google TV home screen, go to your profile picture and select Settings.
Select Accounts & Sign In.
Go to your account and select Your services.
Scroll right and turn each service on or off.
To save the selection and exit the screen, scroll left.
In the Google TV app, you can also use the tv mounted in corner for the tv
At the top right, tap your profile picture or initial.
Tap Manage services.
Select the service you want to add or remove.
Tap Next and then Done.

Tip: If you remove a service from a Google TV device or app, it doesn’t cancel your subscription. To cancel a subscription, contact the streaming service provider.
Link or unlink a service with your account
On a phone or tablet, open the Google Home app Home.
At the top right, make sure you’re signed in to the account you use on your Google TV device.
At the top left, tap Add Add account.
Under “Manage services,” tap Video or Live TV.
Find the service and tap Link or Add Add account.
To remove a linked service, tap Unlink.
To finish, follow the on-screen instructions.
Tip: If you unlink a service from your account, it doesn’t cancel your subscription. To cancel a subscription, contact the service provider.

Google Business makes it easy for your customers to leave reviews. It’s vital to have current (and positive) reviews.

Lastly, your Google Business account is completely free.

Dominick Curatola

4 Things That Make Moving To A New PC Simple

Use Webmail for your eMail:

Use Services to Save Your Files:

Sign into Your Browser:

Have a Microsoft account:

Google My Business? Is It Worth The Time?