Microsoft teams with Mastercard to offer Office365 discount
Small businesses who have accounts with the credit-card company will be eligible for a 10 percent savings on the Microsoft cloud suite.
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SkyDox cloud file-sharing service streamlines collaboration
Service can managed diverse document formats including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and Lotus Notes.
Giveaway versus daily deal? You decide.
Big American Giveaway proposes to helps small businesses build a social media presence with daily promotions that don't erode their pricing.
Update: Most Zoho services restored
The small-business cloud applications provider is still looking into the root cause of the service disruption and why it was so widespread.
Zoho reports limited service outages
Network connectivity problems within Zoho's data center are contributing to some service lapses for the small-business cloud apps provider.
10 top security worries for 2012
Predictions from risk consulting company Kroll are the latest to point to the heightened potential for cyberattacks aimed at small businesses in 2012.
Marketing suite allows direct publishing to social media
iContact service allows direct publishing and analytics tracking for Facebook and Twitter accounts, along with core email marketing campaigns.
Xerox offers printer management service for small businesses
The cloud-based eConcierge service alerts IT or office managers when it is time to replenish suppliers or call for service.
Small retailer enables self checkout with iPhone app
AisleBuyer's mobile application lets retailers create shopping applications that can be used on iPhones or Android smartphones and tablets.
The cloud's money-saving potential questioned [survey]
Approximately 45 percent of U.S. small businesses using the cloud reported that the cost reductions were non-existent but there were other operational benefits.