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AI vs. Automation: Clearing the Confusion and Finding the Synergy
ByBob McCool November 17, 2025

In today’s business conversations, two terms often dominate the discussion: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation. They’re frequently used interchangeably, but they represent distinct concepts—and understanding the difference is critical for making smart decisions about technology investments. What Is Automation? Automation is about efficiency. It uses predefined rules and workflows to perform repetitive tasks without human intervention. Examples include: Robotic…

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Spotlight Non-Profit

The Haunting Truth About Recycling Rates in Colorado and Beyond
ByBob McCool October 21, 2025October 21, 2025

Contributed by Eco-Cycle, a non-profit organization based in Boulder County, Colorado, working to innovate, implement, and advocate for local and global Zero Waste solutions to foster a more regenerative, equitable, and climate-resilient future. It’s almost Halloween—time for ghost stories, haunted houses, and all things spooky. But the truly frightening facts aren’t from the supernatural world…

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Tech Tips

Halloween: Zombie Tabs & Creepy Backgrounds
ByBob McCool October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

‍Zombie Tabs — Revive Forgotten Browser Sessions Trick: Use browser history or session restore tools to bring back tabs you accidentally closed — like resurrecting the undead! Chrome: Ctrl + Shift + T (Windows) or Cmd + Shift + T (Mac) Firefox: Use “Restore Previous Session” under History Bonus: Use extensions like Session Buddy to manage tab “graveyards” ️Creepy Backgrounds — Add Halloween Flair…

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AI Gets Spooky — and Sweet — This Halloween
ByBob McCool October 14, 2025October 21, 2025

Halloween is all about imagination, and this year, artificial intelligence is helping bring spooky ideas to life in ways we’ve never seen before. From pumpkin carving to haunted houses, AI is making the season more fun, inclusive, and innovative. Here’s how AI is adding a positive twist to Halloween 2025. AI-Powered Pumpkin Carving Inspiration Platforms…

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Cybersecurity

Scary but True: The Click That Invited a Cyber Vampire
ByBob McCool October 13, 2025October 14, 2025

October is the season for spooky stories—but this one didn’t happen in a haunted house. It happened in a home office. The Incident It began with a simple text message. A friend of mine received an urgent alert: “You missed a Zoom meeting!” The message looked official—convincing enough to raise alarm. In a rush to…

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Scary but True: The Wireless Woes That Haunt Your Network
ByBob McCool October 13, 2025October 22, 2025

It was a dark and stormy night… or maybe just a regular Tuesday. But for one company, the horror was very real. They had upgraded their internet service—twice. Promises of blazing-fast speeds filled the air like ghostly whispers. Yet, their devices crawled along, streaming stuttered, and video calls dropped like flies. “There must be goblins…

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Ariel IT TechSense – September 2025 – Budget time, AI and upcoming Golf Scramble
ByBob McCool September 19, 2025September 19, 2025

Helping you make sense of technology in your business In this Edition…Welcome to the September edition of our newsletter! September is shaping up to be a big month at Ariel IT! We’re teeing off as the title sponsor of the Louisville Chamber Golf Scramble, celebrating our new status as an official AWS Partner, and diving…

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Spotlight Non-Profit

Non-Profit Spotlight – Project Safeguard
ByBob McCool September 10, 2025September 12, 2025

Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that harms tens of thousands of individuals each year, cutting across all demographics, including age, race and socioeconomic status. Project Safeguard can help! In alignment with Project Safeguard’s mission our team of advocates and attorneys empower and partner with victim/survivors who have experienced gender-based violence, helping them navigate a…

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Tech Tips

Do you know about Google Lens?
ByBob McCool September 9, 2025September 9, 2025

What Is Google Lens? Google Lens is like having a superpower in your pocket. It uses your phone’s camera to identify objects, translate languages, extract text, and even shop smarter—all with a tap. Use Cases for Business & Everyday Life 1. Scan Business Cards into Contacts Snap a photo of a business card—Google Lens extracts…

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AI

AI Is Transforming Business: Is Your Environment Ready?
ByBob McCool September 9, 2025September 9, 2025

AI is no longer a futuristic concept. It is here, and it is changing how businesses operate, communicate, and compete. From automating tasks to generating insights, AI tools are becoming essential for success. But with great power comes great responsibility, and security should be your first priority when bringing AI into your environment. The Hidden Risks of…

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AWS

Ariel IT is Now an AWS Partner — What That Means for Your Business
ByBob McCool September 8, 2025September 8, 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve officially become an AWS Partner, unlocking new opportunities to help businesses like yours take full advantage of the cloud. Whether you’re a growing company with 10 employees or an established organization with 500, cloud technology is no longer just for the enterprise. It’s a powerful tool for improving flexibility, security,…

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Blog | Healthy IT

Budget Season Is Here: Why It’s the Perfect Time to Meet with Your IT Team
ByBob McCool September 8, 2025September 8, 2025

Look Back: What Did IT Accomplish This Year? Start by reviewing the past year’s IT initiatives. What projects were completed? What challenges were overcome? Did your team implement new cybersecurity measures, upgrade hardware, or improve network performance? This retrospective helps you understand where your IT investment went and whether it delivered the value you expected….

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