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What Is a Payroll Schedule and How to Choose One
Key takeaways There are a lot of factors to consider when setting a pay schedule, including government regulations and laws, the needs of the business, the nature of the work, and the needs of the staff. Pay schedules can be modified, but check applicable regulations to be sure the process is handled properly to avoid legal issues. Staff often prefer…
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How to Choose a CPU With the Right TDP
Key Takeaways Official CPU TDP values don’t match real-life CPU heat output and power consumption. Real-life power usage found in professional CPU reviews is a much more reliable metric than official TDP values. When buying a CPU, depending on its power consumption, choose a CPU cooler and motherboard capable of keeping it cool and allowing it to run at its…
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How to choose between Microsoft 365 and Office 2024 – Computerworld
Updates and support: How often do you want to receive updates and new features, and do you need ongoing technical support? Future-proofing: How do you envision your organization’s technology needs evolving? Does a subscription-based model provide the flexibility you need, or are you more concerned with ensuring stability in the coming months and years? Do you want to get a…
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You Need a Better Broom (and Here Are Six to Choose From)
We may earn a commission from links on this page. In the last week, I had two major dry-spill incidents in my home. In both moments of dire need, my dollar-store broom failed me miserably. There’s nothing quite as frustrating as being in the middle of a mini crisis and having it compounded by something else, let alone something else…
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Which One Should You Choose?
As two of the top password managers today, both Bitwarden and 1Password offer quality password management — albeit in different ways. Bitwarden is an open-source solution with a strong emphasis on affordability and transparency. Meanwhile, 1Password is a closed-source service that offers a streamlined user experience with top-tier security. In this article, we take a look at which password manager…
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Which Flu Shot to Choose If You’re Over 65
To stave off winter illness, now is a great time for all of us—especially older adults—to get updated flu and COVID shots. If you are over 65, you may want to consider a high-dose or adjuvanted version of the flu shot. These formulations are recommended for older adults, since they may be more effective. (That said, the CDC says the…
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How to choose a photo storage service
In November of 2020, Google — which had offered unlimited storage for what it called “high quality” (read: compressed) photos — announced that, as of June 1st, 2021, “unlimited” was being changed to “up to 15GB on your Google account.” Since then, photo and video storage has counted against your total of 15 free gigs on a Google account, along…
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Buying a smart speaker? Here’s how to choose between Alexa, Google or Siri as your assistant
The best smart speakers are powered by one of three smart assistants: Amazon Alexa, Apple’s Siri, or the Google Home Assistant. Alexa remains the most popular as it works with the widest variety of smart home devices and its excellent speakers don’t break the bank. Amazon’s value focus only gets better when you account for its ease-of-use and versatility to…
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Why I Choose to Be Selective About My Software Updates
Installing software updates right after release can sometimes cause more issues than they solve. That’s why I typically wait a few days to a week before updating my devices. If you tend to install updates immediately, here are a few reasons to consider being more selective about when you update. I Take Time to Adapt to the New Interface New…
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How to Choose a Nursing Pillow and Use It Safely
Any of these dangerous situations can be even riskier for a baby if the caregiver falls asleep. It’s also dangerous to place the pillow into another sleep environment, like a crib, bassinet, or play yard. Experts say the most important thing to know about using a nursing pillow safely is to never, ever use it for sleep. “A nursing pillow…
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