Tech Tips & Guides
The FoleyIT Blog
Plain-English home tech and small business IT advice — no jargon, no fluff.
PC Repair5 min read
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Computer Running Slow? Run This 5-Minute Checklist Before You Replace It
Before you spend $600 on a new machine, run this free checklist. 80% of slow PC calls are fixed in under an hour with no new hardware.
May 30, 2026Read Article →
Networking6 min read
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Home Network Setup in Fort Smith, AR — What Actually Works
Router placement, mesh vs. wired access points, rural considerations, and when to call a professional.
June 5, 2026Read Article →
Cybersecurity7 min read
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Ransomware Protection for Arkansas Small Businesses — The $0 Checklist
Eight steps you can take this week to dramatically reduce your ransomware risk. Most of them are free.
June 12, 2026Read Article →
Managed IT6 min read
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Managed IT vs Break-Fix in Fort Smith — What the Numbers Actually Show
A real cost comparison for a 10-seat business. Honest trade-offs, local pricing, and when each model makes sense.
June 18, 2026Read Article →
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Smart Home
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Getting Started with Home Assistant on a Raspberry Pi
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Backup
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The 3-2-1 Backup Rule: How to Actually Protect Your Files
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Cameras
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UniFi Protect vs. Ring: Why Local NVR Beats the Cloud
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Security
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What is DNS-Level Ad & Malware Blocking?
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