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(34) --- [![Mainspring, Inc.](https://blog.gomainspring.com/hubfs/MainSpring_June2024/Images/mainspring-logo-cybersecurity-it-services-automation-qjudg0lgsu8o3zserelwpic5pgl0i7mbxusowrykj8.png)](https://gomainspring.com/) [mailto:hello@gomainspring.com](mailto:hello@gomainspring.com) - [About](https://gomainspring.com/about/) - [Our Team](https://gomainspring.com/our-team/) - [Industries](https://gomainspring.com/industries/) - [Partners & Certifications](https://gomainspring.com/partners-certifications/) - [Careers](https://gomainspring.com/careers/) - [Solutions](https://gomainspring.com/solutions/) - [Cybersecurity](https://gomainspring.com/solutions/cybersecurity/) - [ProSuite™](https://gomainspring.com/solutions/prosuite/) - [Automation](https://gomainspring.com/solutions/automation/) - [FileMaker Development](https://gomainspring.com/solutions/filemaker/) - [Apple Device Lifecycle Services](https://gomainspring.com/solutions/apple-services/) - [vCIO](https://gomainspring.com/solutions/vcio/) - [Cost Management](https://gomainspring.com/solutions/cost-management/) - [Support & Help Desk](https://gomainspring.com/solutions/support-help-desk/) - [Case Studies](https://gomainspring.com/case-studies/) - Pricing - [ProSuite™](https://gomainspring.com/pricing/) - [Evolve™](https://gomainspring.com/pricing-evolve/) - Resources - [Blog](https://blog.gomainspring.com/) - [Media Resources](https://gomainspring.com/media-resources/) - [Downloads](https://info.gomainspring.com/resources) - [News & Events](https://blog.gomainspring.com/news) - [Contact Us](https://gomainspring.com/contact-us/) # Blog ### Subscribe to Our Blog - [Home](https://gomainspring.com/) - Resources - Blog - [Most Recent](https://blog.gomainspring.com) - [Cybersecurity](https://blog.gomainspring.com/topic/cybersecurity) - [ProSuite](https://blog.gomainspring.com/topic/prosuite) - [Automation](https://blog.gomainspring.com/topic/automation) - [vCIO](https://blog.gomainspring.com/topic/vcio) - [Cost Management](https://blog.gomainspring.com/topic/cost-management) - [Support & Help Desk](https://blog.gomainspring.com/topic/support-help-desk) 4 Minute Read #### [Passwords: Zombies of the Internet?](https://blog.gomainspring.com/cybersecurity-awareness/passwords-zombies-of-the-internet) It seems there is a near constant evolution that takes place in regards to technology. Notable breakthroughs seem to happen in the industry every year, as consumerism empowers companies to spend... Posted by [Ray Steen](https://blog.gomainspring.com/author/rsteen) [Read More](https://blog.gomainspring.com/cybersecurity-awareness/passwords-zombies-of-the-internet) 2 Minute Read #### [Microlearning—Next Generation Training](https://blog.gomainspring.com/innovative-ideas/microlearning-next-generation-training) The rise of technology in our everyday lives has changed (and continues to change) how we communicate. If something’s worth saying, it’s worth saying in 140 characters or less. Why stay up for the 10... Posted by [Angela Price](https://blog.gomainspring.com/author/angela) [Read More](https://blog.gomainspring.com/innovative-ideas/microlearning-next-generation-training) 3 Minute Read #### [How to Get Your Money’s Worth from a Consultant](https://blog.gomainspring.com/simple-time-savers/how-to-get-your-moneys-worth-from-a-consultant) I’ve been with MainSpring for about two years now and frequently meet with a variety of staff at nonprofits, associations and small businesses in the metro area. I’ve met some amazing people, but... Posted by [Jim Bryan](https://blog.gomainspring.com/author/jbryan) [Read More](https://blog.gomainspring.com/simple-time-savers/how-to-get-your-moneys-worth-from-a-consultant) 3 Minute Read #### [Custom Software: How to Get it Right](https://blog.gomainspring.com/business-strategy/custom-software-how-to-get-it-right) Over the course of the last ten-plus years of my career in custom application development consulting, I’ve played various roles in approximately 400 individual projects with different scopes, goals... Posted by [Ray Steen](https://blog.gomainspring.com/author/rsteen) [Read More](https://blog.gomainspring.com/business-strategy/custom-software-how-to-get-it-right) 5 Minute Read #### [6 Ways Your Small Business Can Stop Being a Big Target](https://blog.gomainspring.com/cybersecurity-awareness/6-ways-your-small-business-can-stop-being-a-big-target) John Ambrose Fleming was set to unveil a wireless technology to the public that was sure to change the way they communicated. After investing his time and effort into planning the demonstration, the... Posted by [Ray Steen](https://blog.gomainspring.com/author/rsteen) [Read More](https://blog.gomainspring.com/cybersecurity-awareness/6-ways-your-small-business-can-stop-being-a-big-target) 4 Minute Read #### [Demand Interactivity from Your Online Training](https://blog.gomainspring.com/innovative-ideas/demand-interactivity-from-your-online-training) When you were younger, how did you finally learn to tie your shoes? Was it when… You were told to use your free hand and pull the shoelace through? You watched your parent tie your shoes for the... 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