by 1st Rate I.T. Services | Sep 1, 2025 | Networking Equipment & Hardware
Few tech problems are as frustrating as pressing your computer’s power button only to be met with a blank screen or endless loading loops. When your computer won’t boot, it can feel like your digital life has come to a standstill. Fortunately, most boot...
by 1st Rate I.T. Services | Aug 1, 2025 | Tip of the Day
Your laptop works hard every day, collecting dust, fingerprints, and debris that can affect its performance and longevity. Learning how to clean your laptop properly is essential for maintaining optimal functionality and preventing costly damage. With the right...
by 1st Rate I.T. Services | Jul 1, 2025 | Networking Equipment & Hardware
Nothing is more frustrating than dealing with slow wi-fi when you’re trying to work, stream your favorite show, or video chat with family. According to recent studies, the average American household now has 25 connected devices competing for bandwidth, making...
by 1st Rate I.T. Services | Jun 1, 2025 | Tip of the Day
1. Restart Your Computer Regularly I know this sounds simple, though many users run their computers for long periods without restarting them. Over time, your system starts to hold temporary files, use too much memory and run processes that cause sluggishness....
by 1st Rate I.T. Services | May 1, 2025 | Networking Equipment & Hardware
Working from home has become the new normal for millions of professionals, making a reliable internet connection more critical than ever. If you’re experiencing dead zones, slow speeds, or constant connectivity issues in your home office, it might be time to...
by 1st Rate I.T. Services | Apr 1, 2025 | Cybersecurity News
In today’s hyperconnected world, cybersecurity threats have reached unprecedented levels. The 2024 Internet Crime Report shows there were 859,532 complaints about internet crimes, with people losing over $16 billion—a 33% increase from 2023. Both email phishing...
by 1st Rate I.T. Services | Feb 11, 2022 | News, Tip of the Day
Having a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) in place is best practice for valuable equipment such as computers, routers, switches, printers, servers and telephones/VoIP phones. However it’s just as important to maintain your equipment. We were called out this...
by 1st Rate I.T. Services | Jan 21, 2022 | News, Updates, VoIP
1st Rate I.T. Services is thrilled to announce our newest partnership with ‘Netcom Utah’ based out of Clearfield, Utah. Through this partnership, 1st Rate I.T. Services will now be offering custom VoIP Phone Systems to our already existing clients as well...
by 1st Rate I.T. Services | Jan 15, 2022 | News, Updates
1st Rate I.T. services is excited to announce its new partnership with Ingram Micro USA. Ingram Micro USA is one of the world’s largest technology distributors, and this new partnership will allow 1st Rate I.T. to provide its clients with an even greater...
by 1st Rate I.T. Services | Jan 11, 2022 | News, Updates
Is VoIP really the future of business communication? VoIP is a technology that has been around for quite some time now. VoIP stands for Voice over Internet Protocol, and it was created to replace the traditional phone system. The premise of this new technology is to...
