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Practical technology advice for Dallas-Fort Worth businesses. No jargon, no filler — just honest answers to the questions business owners actually ask about IT support, cybersecurity, cloud platforms, and technology decisions.
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Guides, comparisons, and advice from the Type 5 Technology team.
How Much Does IT Support Cost in 2026? — Pricing Guide
February 25, 2026 · 12 min read
A comprehensive breakdown of IT support pricing models — break-fix vs managed IT, per-user costs, and what DFW businesses should expect to pay in 2026.
Read MoreManaged IT vs. Break-Fix: Which Model Is Right?
February 20, 2026 · 10 min read
A side-by-side comparison of the two main IT support models. Pros, cons, total cost of ownership, and signs that your business has outgrown break-fix.
Read MoreYour Business Email Got Hacked — Here's What to Do Now
February 15, 2026 · 10 min read
Step-by-step response guide for business email compromise (BEC). What to do immediately, how to investigate, who to notify, and how to prevent it from happening again.
Read MoreWhat Is a Managed Service Provider (MSP)?
March 10, 2026 · 10 min read
A plain-English guide to managed service providers — what they do, what they charge, the types of services they offer, and how to evaluate whether you need one.
Read MoreSmall Business Cybersecurity Checklist 2026
March 15, 2026 · 13 min read
A 20-item checklist covering the essential cybersecurity measures every small business should have in place — from MFA to incident response plans.
Read MoreMicrosoft 365 vs Google Workspace for Business — 2026 Comparison
March 20, 2026 · 10 min read
A feature-by-feature comparison of Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace. Security, compliance, collaboration, cost, and which platform fits your business.
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