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THREE SIGNS THAT POINT TO MEDIOCRE IT SERVICE
There’s Zero Communication One of the biggest indicators of the value of an IT company can be found in how they communicate with you. Your system should be consistently monitored by an IT company, and they need to be the ones to alert you to any problems. The person you work with should respond swiftly and be familiar to you. After all, they are monitoring a system that houses some of your most vital personal or professional information! If you struggle to get answers, only get reactions from your service provider when you alert them, or don’t even know who to contact within the company, then you are paying for poor-quality IT. Their Customer Service Slouches Seeking IT service can be daunting, especially when you know next to nothing about technology. Despite their vast knowledge, your IT professionals should not be condescending or rude to you when you seek help. You should not feel like a bother when you request service, and your conversations should be helpful, not short. Don’t be swindled by poor customer service of mediocre IT. To learn more about how MicroTech Systems’ five-star IT service can provide you with the service you deserve, visit MicroTechBoise.com or call (208) 345-0054.
When you pay for IT service, you expect your devices and vital information to remain secure. No one pays for a service with the intention of the job not getting done, but when you’re not an expert, it can be difficult to realize when you are being short-changed by your mediocre IT service. Below are three common characteristics of lazy IT service providers to help you avoid a costly pitfall. It’s Not What You Anticipated Hiring a third-party IT company allows your technological services to be met without having to beg for service. But if you’re taking more initiative than your IT service provider, you’re wasting your money. Signs of this include finding yourself more involved in your IT services than you wanted or expected to be or not having confidence in your provider’s services. Additionally, if you manage your IT issues on your own because it’s easier than contacting your provider, you deserve to find a better service.
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Austrian Potato Salad
Whether or not your friends are vegan, we’re willing to bet they’ll enjoy this mayo-free version of potato salad much more than the standard variety.
Ingredients
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2 lbs. small potatoes 1 medium white onion 1/2 cup pickled gherkins 3 tsp whole grain mustard
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3 tsp extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp garlic powder Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
1. Bring a medium stockpot of salted water to a boil. 2. Boil potatoes until fork tender, about 20–30 minutes. 3. In the meantime, finely chop onion and gherkins. 4. When potatoes are done cooking, strain and place in large salad bowl with onion and gherkins.
5. For dressing, whisk together
mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. It’s best to add oil gradually at the end.
6. Dress salad and let sit for 15 minutes to absorb flavor before serving.
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