Avast Discount: 30% Off for the Holidays

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December 21st, 2011 - Posted by jeff

Avast! is offering NextAdvisor users 30% off their top-rated security software for the holidays, bringing the price down to $34.99, making it one of the cheapest and most reliable security software we review. Avast! has everything the average consumer could want from security software. Fast installation. User-friendly interface. Top-rated protection. Quick performance. All combined with enhanced protection features makes Avast! one of the top user-friendly security software suites in our opinion. To read our review and get this great deal, click here.

Exclusive Yahoo Deal: Get 40% Off Web Hosting for 12 Months!

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December 13th, 2011 - Posted by jeff

For one day only, Yahoo! Web Hosting is offering NextAdvisor users 40% off their web hosting services for 12 months. Yahoo! Small Business web hosting is one of the few stand-outs in web hosting, and will be perfect for the beginning site owner who doesn't really know what to expect from web hosting. It's the one to be recommended for the less tech-savvy among us.

Yahoo also offers a number of cool features, including an all-inclusive site builder, e-commerce features and better-than-average scores for uptime, response time, and download speeds. To read more about Yahoo! Web Hosting and to get this exclusive 1-day deal, click here.

Is Customer Service Part of Norton Internet Security 2012's Features?

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December 8th, 2011 - Posted by jeff

Q: On Norton's customer support, if I am having problems is there a charge or is this part of the service?

A: Norton Internet Security 2012 offers customer service as part of their security suite package. And not only do they offer the service, they customize it to your particular software, so that you don't spend precious time searching their site for an answer.

After you select the software that you need help with, they first offer you personalized assistance via an online chat with their online customer service rep, Nathan. If Nathan can’t help you, there are other features that include common FAQs, a copy of the product manual, customer service forums and other specific categories to help you narrow down your search. In addition, they also have paid professional service that will fix the problem for you, so you don’t have to do any of the work. They also include an email and phone number so that you can contact customer service directly.

If you want to know more about Norton Internet Security, or compare it to other security software, check out our Internet Security Software reviews.

Why Small Businesses Are Moving to the Cloud

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December 7th, 2011 - Posted by jeff

If you are starting a business and having trouble handling all the items on your to-do list, the cloud is here to help. More and more services that are essential to today's businesses are moving to the cloud, and that means that it's not only easier to get access to these services, but it's also easier to start a business from scratch. Services in the cloud are often easier to set up and control, and in most cases are cheaper than traditional services.

Check out the 5 Reasons that Businesses Are Moving to the Cloud to get a more in-depth look at why more companies are using the cloud to run their business. And to check out which of our cloud services are best for starting a business, check out our Small Business Resource Center.

New Grasshopper Virtual Phone Review: Get as Many Extensions as You Want!

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December 6th, 2011 - Posted by polina

Grasshopper virtual phone is a great solution for your business' communication system. With unlimited extensions and call forwarding options, each and every one of your employees can stay connected from their very own phones — no more running to the office just to pick up a call! You even have the option of choosing a toll-free number at no additional cost, making it cheaper and more convenient for your clients as well. There are various other features that are useful too, including Grasshopper's integrated fax receiving feature. Though it is a bit pricier than some of our other virtual phone services, their many features and unlimited extensions may be worth the cost. Judge for yourself — read the full review and start calling today!

You Could Win Cash for the Holidays with the NextAdvisor $500 Giveaway!

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December 5th, 2011 - Posted by jeff

Need some extra money for the holiday season? Well, you're in luck. NextAdvisor is giving away cash prizes every week of December! Just go to our Facebook page and click on the NextAdvisor $500 Giveaway, fill out the entry form, and you'll be entered to win. It's our way of saying thank you to our Facebook fans for being a part of NextAdvisor. Click here to enter!

Get a Yahoo! Discount of 50% on Web Hosting

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December 1st, 2011 - Posted by jeff

Need to build a website but not sure where to start? You are in luck! Our #1 web hosting service for beginners, Yahoo! Small Business, is offering NextAdvisor readers a huge 50% discount off their services. Yahoo! offers a great interface and support, free domain for life, a great PayPal-based shopping cart builder, and includes an intuitive, WYSIWYG site builder. It's also one of our most reliable web hosting services. To read our full review and to get this amazing deal, click here.

How do I Send a Fax Through my Email?

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November 10th, 2011 - Posted by polina

Q: How can I use my email to send a fax? 

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A: First, you must sign up for an Internet faxing service. While most of these services come with their own convenient web interface, many users may find the fax through email features even more useful. This enables you to simply email documents to other people's fax machines. A service that implements this quite well is Fax87. Their "Email-to-Fax" feature is extremely easy to use: using your sign-up email, send a message with an empty body and the file you would like to fax as an attachment. In the recipient line, type the destination fax 'number@emailyourfax.com'. Write your Fax87 fax number in the subject line and click send. You will then receive a confirmation email telling you that your fax was delivered.

MyFax, MetroFax, and most of our other Internet fax services offer this feature as well. Need help figuring out which Internet fax service is perfect for you? Compare them all here!

SugarSync Adds 500 GB Storage, 10% Discount

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November 9th, 2011 - Posted by polina

SugarSync Online Backup

SugarSync is a unique online backup service that boasts some extra fancy features, even letting you stream music from your computer onto your mobile phone. And now they are introducing a new storage plan of 500 GB! To celebrate this new addition, they are offering an extra 10% off, adding to the 17% savings you already get just by signing up for an annual plan. If 500 GB sounds like a little too much for your computer, take the extra storage and use it on another computer – SugarSync lets you backup an unlimited number of machines! Not sure if SugarSync is the right backup plan for you? Try it free for 30 days and see how it feels. Want more options? Compare all of our online backup services.

Do Internet Fax Services Provide Encryption?

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November 7th, 2011 - Posted by polina

Q: I will be using Internet Fax for personal health information, do any of these services provide encryption?

A: That's a great question – you always want to make sure that your personal health information is secure. The great news is that most Internet Fax Services offer encryption. MetroFax is one such service. Not only are your faxes sent to and from your password-protected account, but they also offer SSL encryption protection. And while we are on the subject of personal health information, note that MetroFax is also HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) compliant. MyFax is another great service that uses a secure server with SSL encryption. No human interaction happens while your faxes are being sent, and the fact that papers are never left forgotten on your fax machine should give you an extra peace of mind. Check out all of our Internet Fax Services and the great security features they provide.