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Does your network run on the Linux operating system? While it may not be as popular as Windows or Mac, there are millions upon millions of people who rely on this operating system at their place of employment. Before we discuss the top instant messaging programs for Linux, let’s...

Team collaboration is a key element of any successful enterprise, and yet employees, 39% in a recent survey, continue to feel that collaboration levels are too low at their place of work. The ability of team members to come together, work towards a common goal, and build off of...

For many years, loyal Salesforce users have relied on its Chatter Messenger to communicate with others. Despite the fact that it was a powerful and useful tool for millions, Salesforce has decided to retire it once and for all (effective March 20, 2018) to focus its development efforts on...

Instant Messaging, otherwise known as IM, is a communication method used by millions of people every day. While the term itself came into existence in the 90s, the first IM systems date back all the way to the 1960s. IM has subsequently seen a huge period of growth, particularly...

Anyone who follows the news will be familiar with stories of messages and data ending up in the wrong hands. From ‘Wikileaks,’ to Edward Snowden, to US congressman’s compromising messages being made public, these stories illustrate the importance of ensuring that your communication is protected and secured. Of course...

Instant Messaging (IM) is a well-established tool, with multiple applications available on the market. Aspects of IM are also entering more and more into the personal and professional spheres, with an increasing amount of people relying on IM for their day to day communication. Given its increasing importance, it’s...

Often times the terms Team Chat and Instant Messaging (IM) are used to describe the same idea; online communication via internet based peer to peer communication programs. The truth is that each of these terms means something specific, however, and each describes a different mode of online communication that...

We at Brosix are always interested in learning more about you, our customers, as it helps us grow our business and better meet your needs. Over the years we’ve found that the reverse inquisitiveness is true as well, and many people have asked us about how we spend our...

Instant Messaging is nothing new in the IT world, but whereas much of the focus has been on personal chat, Business Instant Messaging (IM), also known as corporate or enterprise IM, is somewhat of a newcomer on the scene. This type of IM focuses on providing businesses with private...

Regardless of your industry, it goes without saying that there are a variety of tools that can save you time, increase productivity, and even help you save money. As a business professional, it’s important to consider each and every tool that could have a positive impact on your organization....