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CoreTech has been serving the Bowling Green area since 2006, providing IT Support such as technical helpdesk support, computer support, and consulting to small and medium-sized businesses.

How to Budget for a Windows Migration: Cost Breakdown & Planning Tips

Windows Migration

Wondering how much the budget for a Windows migration really costs? Here’s what impacts your total investment:

  • Software and licensing fees
  • Hardware upgrades and replacements
  • IT labor and deployment costs
  • Hidden expenses you might not expect

Get a complete budgeting guide to make your Windows migration smooth and cost-effective!

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How Does Outdated Technology Hurt Business Growth? (And What Can You Do About It?)

Outdated Technology
  • How does outdated technology slow down business growth? 
  • Reduced efficiency & productivity 
  • Security risks & compliance issues 
  • Higher maintenance & IT costs 
  • Missed opportunities for innovation

Learn how to future-proof your business with the right tech upgrades!

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Why Up-to-Date IT is Essential

Why Up-to-Date IT is Essential

The difference between embracing current business technology and sticking with antiquated technology that has served you well in the past can be stark. It's not just about avoiding sinking; it's about harnessing power, speed, and agility to reach new destinations.

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Modern Technology is Key to Contemporary Business Competition

Modern Technology is Key to Contemporary Business Competition

Technology is a big deal for any business, but for small businesses, keeping pace isn't just a good idea; it's becoming essential to the survival and success of the whole endeavor. Every instant gratification and falling behind can have a real effect on an organization’s ability to support their offerings.

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How to Hit the Sweet Spot Between Innovation and Frugality

How to Hit the Sweet Spot Between Innovation and Frugality

Growing your business means making smart choices, and that definitely includes getting the right technology. Finding the right tech can often feel like a balancing act: you need powerful tools to compete and grow, but you also need to be mindful of your budget.

At CoreTech, serving businesses right here in Kentucky, we help you find that sweet spot where your tech investments truly support your goals without unnecessary costs.

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Why Strategic IT is Non-Negotiable for Your Business

Why Strategic IT is Non-Negotiable for Your Business

Robust IT tools and services are no longer a luxury, but the very lifeblood for organizations of every size. They provide the essential direction, unwavering stability, and seamless connectivity required not just to survive, but truly thrive in an increasingly digital world.

That said, the questions remain: what exactly constitutes these pivotal "IT tools and services," and more importantly, why should they take a top spot on your business priorities?

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How a Longstanding IT Joke Can Help Your Business Flourish

How a Longstanding IT Joke Can Help Your Business Flourish

While it’s the longest-running joke in the world of IT, the question “Have you tried turning it on and off again?” is still an important one to consider when things are going awry. There’s a good reason why it’s such well-known advice, too: turning your device off can help solve a significant amount of technical issues. Why is this the case, and what can you learn from it?

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How Tech Sprawl Impacts Your Business (And What to Do About It)

How Tech Sprawl Impacts Your Business (And What to Do About It)

Over time, you might add new technology solutions to your infrastructure to solve specific problems. Before you know it, you might have an overwhelming amount of technology that keeps your business operational. This issue—tech sprawl—can hold your business back from efficient operations, but don’t worry… we have a solution for you.

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Why “Have You Tried Turning It Off and On Again?” is a Valuable Question

Why “Have You Tried Turning It Off and On Again?” is a Valuable Question

We’ve all heard it, perhaps even rolled our eyes at it: “Have you tried turning it off and on again?” This seemingly simplistic question has become a running gag in the world of IT support. But beneath the humor lies a fundamental truth: rebooting a device is often the most effective first step in resolving a surprising number of technical glitches.

We understand that, although it might sound elementary, this advice is based on solid technical principles.

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Broken IT Doesn’t Mean Useless IT... Let’s Explore the Repair Process

Broken IT Doesn’t Mean Useless IT... Let’s Explore the Repair Process

If your business technology setup is driving you nuts, you’re not alone. Many business owners and managers have endless gripes about the technology they use for their business. It could be that your Wi-Fi is crawling along and not allowing for productive Internet speeds, your software feels like it was developed for Windows Vista, or you’re constantly wondering how you are going to keep your data safe. Whatever the case, it can be fixed. In today's blog, we’ll go into how to rebuild your IT plan from scratch.

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The SaaS Advantage for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses

The SaaS Advantage for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses

Remember buying software on disks and installing it, computer by computer? Thankfully, those days are long behind us. Today, Software as a Service (SaaS) offers powerful advantages, especially for small and medium-sized businesses.

Let’s explore how you can benefit from these subscription-based tools. 

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Proactive IT Management Requires a Thorough Monitoring Strategy

Proactive IT Management Requires a Thorough Monitoring Strategy

Technology doesn’t just support modern businesses, it drives them. Whether it's handling customer transactions, storing data, or running day-to-day operations, companies depend on their IT systems to work reliably. But what if you could spot problems before they actually cause trouble?

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Don’t Let Your Technology Fall Behind… Keep Up with Your Upgrades!

Don’t Let Your Technology Fall Behind… Keep Up with Your Upgrades!

Technology is no longer just a support function for a business, it's a critical driver of business performance, security, and competitiveness. As systems age and newer solutions are implemented, the need to evaluate and upgrade your technology becomes important. While it’s easy to maintain the mindset of reactive maintenance, relying on outdated technology can quietly hinder growth and expose your organization to significant risks.

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Is Your Business' IT Holding You Back?

Is Your Business' IT Holding You Back?

Running a small or medium-sized business means juggling countless priorities. You're focused on your customers, team, and bottom line… but what about the technology that powers it all? 

Often overlooked, your IT infrastructure is far more than just the computers on desks. It's the complex web of network equipment, essential software subscriptions, cloud services, and even the personal smartphones and tablets your employees use for work. Keeping this entire ecosystem running smoothly and securely is a significant challenge for many SMBs.

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How Does Windows End-of-Life Impact My Business, and What Should I Do?

Windows End-of-Life

Are you still running old Windows systems at your business? If so, you’re playing with fire. We’ve seen it happen time after time with businesses right here in Nashville, TN – outdated Windows systems creating headaches nobody even saw coming. Let’s talk about what to expect in terms of your Windows End-of-Life business impact.

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The Ultimate Business Guide to Backup Disaster Recovery and AI in 2025

Backup Disaster Recovery and AI

As cyber threats become more sophisticated and AI reshapes business operations, a robust backup disaster recovery and AI plan is more critical than ever. Companies that embrace emerging technologies while securing their data are thriving, while those that neglect these advancements risk falling behind.

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Can Smart Speakers Still Provide Value?

Can Smart Speakers Still Provide Value?

Smart speakers have been around for a while, but let’s be honest—they haven’t exactly changed the world. Sure, they’re great for playing music, setting timers, and answering random trivia questions, but beyond that? Not much has evolved. So, how did we get here, and what’s next? More importantly, can they actually be useful for businesses, or are they just another gadget collecting dust?

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Building a Strong Recovery Strategy for Your Business

Strong Recovery Strategy

What if your entire business lost access to its data? Would you know exactly what to do? Some businesses in Nashville, TN have been learning the answer to this question the hard way lately. From cyber attacks to natural disasters, unexpected disruptions can bring operations to a standstill in an instant. The real question is: Do you have a strong recovery strategy enough to get you back online fast?

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It’s Not Enough to Have the Right IT… You Need to Keep Track of It

It’s Not Enough to Have the Right IT… You Need to Keep Track of It

If I were to ask you what technology your business possessed and where it all was right now, could you give me an answer? If not, you’ve demonstrated the importance of keeping an accurate inventory of your business’ IT.

So, let’s go over some best practices to make managing your business’ IT inventory more effective.

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How Does CAPTCHA Work?

How Does CAPTCHA Work?

We’ve all had to confirm we’re not a computer when attempting to log into an account. This is the core purpose of what once was called CAPTCHA… the Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart. However, it seems surprising that computers don’t easily overcome these simple-seeming tests.

Let’s dig into why these simple tests actually are effective at differentiating between human users and automated bots.

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About CoreTech

CoreTech has been serving the Kentucky area since 2006, providing IT Support such as technical helpdesk support, computer support and consulting to small and medium-sized businesses. Our experience has allowed us to build and develop the infrastructure needed to keep our prices affordable and our clients up and running.

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