Willard McCarthy, Author at Along the Boards https://alongtheboards.com/author/willard-mccarthy/ Tue, 13 Sep 2022 11:41:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.1 https://alongtheboards.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/cropped-Favicon-1-32x32.png Willard McCarthy, Author at Along the Boards https://alongtheboards.com/author/willard-mccarthy/ 32 32 What Sizes Are Football Jersey? https://alongtheboards.com/2020/09/10/what-sizes-are-football-jersey/ Thu, 10 Sep 2020 07:11:22 +0000 https://alongtheboards.com/?p=25292 To be an amateur, you don’t need a color or a size. There are soccer fans worldwide regardless of age or size, which is why at least a high percentage of the population wears soccer shirts daily. That’s why you can have football shirts at your disposal in different sizes, from children to adults. The […]

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To be an amateur, you don’t need a color or a size. There are soccer fans worldwide regardless of age or size, which is why at least a high percentage of the population wears soccer shirts daily.

That’s why you can have football shirts at your disposal in different sizes, from children to adults. The manufacturing companies try to take into account the highest amount of publicity they can reach.

Source: News18.com

How do I know if my size is available?

Most people know their correct size, there are standard sizes between S, M, and L, their meanings being: S (small), M (Medium), L (Large).

Just as there are sizes with the X standard, which means “extra,” with this standard, the dimensions at both ends identified, such as size XS, which means “extra-small” and size XL, which means “extra-large,” hence the sizes 4XL-3XL.

One of the things that cannot avoid even if you know your exact size is that certain manufacturers handle different size charts.

When you go shopping, you’re wearing a size M t-shirt and the one you’re going to try on being the same size should fit the same, but it doesn’t. You need to order the T-shirt in another dimension to compensate for the difference in size.

You can go personally to the department stores and try different soccer shirts in the store’s private fitting rooms; it’s a way to know what your size is in different brands. Still, many people around the world are not aware of their correct size.

One of the concerns of football fans is whether their favorite jerseys will fit them. That’s where I gathered the knowledge you should have about your sizes and measurements.

The people who look the most insecure when making purchases of this type are people in size X, whether XS, XL, 2XL, 3XL, or even 4XL. That is why it is essential to be fully aware if you can get football shirts in these sizes.

Source: Cruz Label Store

What are the measurements for football jersey sizes?

The sizes have a standard format that identifies them, based on the measurement of the chest, the waist, and the width of the hips.

  • Size S:

Chest (cm): 88-96

Waist (cm): 73-81

Hips (cm): 88-96

  • Size M:

Chest (cm): 96-104

Waist (cm): 81-89

Hips (cm): 96-104

  • Size L:

Chest (cm): 104-112

Waist (cm): 89-97

Hips (cm): 104-112

  • Size XL:

Chest (cm): 112-124

Waist (cm): 97-109

Hips (cm): 112-120

  • Size 2XL:

Chest (cm): 124-136

Waist (cm): 109-121

Hips (cm): 120-128

  • Size 3XL:

Chest (cm): 136-148

Waist (cm): 121-133

Hips (cm): 128-136

  • Size 4XL:

Chest (cm): 147-160

Waist (cm): 133-145

Hips (cm): 136-148

You should also take into account your height, probably your measurements are between one of the sizes we have mentioned, but you may be short in stature, so you should consider trying another dimension that is the right one.

Please note that depending on the brand you’re going to, you can request the sizes of football shirts on the web portals, where they specify the measures even depending on the person’s height concerned.

Many of these web portals even indicate the correct way to measure yourself so that the garments fit you.

Source: monasterynsardee.ie

If I have children, can I get T-shirts in their sizes?

The answer is: Of course it is. Most soccer-loving parents have one thing in common; they all love to combine their jerseys with their kids.

That is why you need to know that you can get your favorite T-shirt in a small size for your children; the right size will depend on their age or height. Getting it may not be an easy task, but if you look for it directly on the internet in the official pages, you will have high chances to do it.

The sizes specified by age or height:

  • Size 16:

Age: 3/4 years old

Height: 95/105 cm.

  • Size 18:

Age: 4/5 years old

Height: 105/115 cm.

  • Size 20:

Age: 5/6 years old.

Height: 115/125 cm.

  • Size 22:

Age: 7/8 years old.

Height: 125/135 cm.

  • Size 24:

Age: 8/9 years old.

Height: 135/145 cm.

  • Size 26:

Age: 10/11 years old.

Height: 145/155 cm.

  • Size 28:

Age: 12/13 years old.

Height: 155/165 cm.

Children’s soccer jersey sizes are not as challenging to handle as adult sizes, since they are easier to determine because they are standard sizes. In case a child is asked for a bigger size, it would not affect it since children’s growth is constant, and that shirt could fit him quickly.

Source: Managing Madrid

Could you make a custom T-shirt for me?

There are specialized services of some brands that manufacture T-shirts as the customer requests.

Some brands have tables on which you can customize your favorite t-shirt. You can add badges, numbers, names, and colors to your preference. Best of all, you can make this combination for you and your family.

Everyone can have these football shirts customized for each one in the size they wish.

Your best option will always be to customize your soccer shirt to your own and your family’s measurements, whether for a walk or to attend a game. For the fans, this is very representative when it comes to supporting their favorite teams.

Please note that the player version shirts tend to be tighter at the waist as they are made, especially for football players with athletic bodies.

To know your football jersey sizes, you must take into account the height may depend, and the build is an important part. These size charts are useful for people around the world since the measures used are universal.

You can check https://www.uusoccer.ru for more information.

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Intrusive Marketing Campaigns and What can You do About That https://alongtheboards.com/2020/09/07/intrusive-marketing-campaigns/ Mon, 07 Sep 2020 16:36:36 +0000 https://alongtheboards.com/?p=25300 In the digital era, promoting your business through the means of online marketing has become a very common and useful custom. However, as is often the case, new business strategies always have their pitfalls and potentially unethical practices tied to them. This is where intrusive marketing campaigns come in. Ranging from overly promotional junk emails […]

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In the digital era, promoting your business through the means of online marketing has become a very common and useful custom. However, as is often the case, new business strategies always have their pitfalls and potentially unethical practices tied to them. This is where intrusive marketing campaigns come in.

Ranging from overly promotional junk emails to aggressive telemarketers, not every advertising campaign is created with the user’s best intentions in mind. Let’s take a look at a few underhanded practices in online marketing that customers should be aware of, so as to best avoid them or take proper action against them:

Promotional Emails

Source: MDirector

Have you recently signed up for an online streaming service or given your credentials in order to purchase a product from an online retailer? Chances are your inbox will now become flooded with emails upon emails of their self-promotional content. The content you never even asked for.

While the ethical way for online businesses to approach marketing emails would be to ask their customer to manually opt-in and give their consent, that isn’t always the case. The tick-box or user setting that instructs you of said promotional content is hidden in plain sight or completely absent altogether.

Because of this, a large number of companies conveniently shoehorn this time-old strategy into their users’ accounts the moment their system has received a valid email address it can automatically send to.

Consequently, the system adds you to an immense forwarding list for any marketing promotions that the business sends out, and your inbox will now receive an overwhelming amount of spam-natured emails, such as coupons or digital flyers, that might not interest you in the slightest.

What can you, the customer, do about this? Always make sure that your marketing preferences are in check with the sign-up form you filled out when your account was created. If you might suspect a business of questionable promotion tactics, do not hesitate to file a complaint with them in order to raise awareness about invasive advertising behavior in the future. Your feedback, as their customer, is invaluable.

Push Notifications

Source: UX Planet

Another issue that can arise from sign-up forms are the pesky push notifications that you might receive on your device should you have given your phone contact details in the form. This can also occur just by installing an app related to said business on your phone.

A more direct approach to mass promotional e-mails, businesses employ push notifications because of their immediate user-engagement. After all, everyone is actively connected to their device nowadays, and a direct messaging notification is much more difficult to ignore than one of many other e-mails you might receive on a regular day.

The problem lies in the fact that said notifications can become intrusive almost immediately. The notification system does not take into account the annoyance factor of a customer constantly receiving generic 2 for 1 deal or branded sponsorships directly on their screen.

While consumer data has shown that push notifications can be a good thing when they are personalized to the user’s own purchasing needs, most companies do not go the extra mile for their users, and instead, choose to annoy and disrespect them through generic mass content.

This is when customer disengagement occurs. When a user decides to completely turn off their push notifications, that is when a company’s marketing strategy has completely failed. In this scenario, action needs to come from within the business itself, and the user experience needs to become a top priority.

Targeted Social Media Ads

Source: Hootsuite Blog

Now that we have touched upon intrusive generic marketing content, let’s turn our attention to the highly-personalized content side of things.

With the advent of social media and all of our online personas being easily connected among one another, businesses now have access to valuable consumer data regarding our specific content preferences and purchasing interests. In line with GDPR practices, and through direct user consent, social platforms can show you ads that are tailored specifically to your recent interests.

So if you’ve recently looked up “Halloween party themes”, services such as Instagram or Facebook will know that they should show you content and products centered around Halloween. Be even more specific in your searches, say “cheap Halloween costumes”, and the next time you scroll through your Instagram stories, you will get a number of “Swipe Up” ads with costumes at reduced prices.

All of this sounds great, doesn’t it? The product you already wanted to buy comes right to you, and the research you would have had to undergo in order to find it is time well saved. While this might be true, personalized data tracking can quickly get out of hand.

Since social media platforms use an artificial algorithm to fuel their database, the system once again lacks the humane foresight to spot any consequences that might arise.

If a customer is made to feel as though every online interaction they have is being tracked and analyzed for marketing purposes, they will become paranoid and will eventually want to disengage from any advertising that might be offered to them altogether. Convenience is one thing, but an apparent invasion of privacy is something else entirely.

Therefore, both the user and the business need to be very careful with how they handle the usage of personal data in this exchange of information.

Telemarketing Campaigns

Source: Tweak Your Biz

One of the most controversial types of client engagement on the market, telemarketers are usually a sensitive and disliked topic for anyone who has gone through the experience.

The main problem with telemarketing campaigns is usually the nature of the call itself. Not only is someone taking time out of your busy day to ask you a number of generic survey-like questions, but they might also do that in an aggressive manner, or even call you repeatedly if you have previously refused to answer their queries.

Moreover, if the bothersome call is automated in nature, and the situation becomes recurrent, insult is added to injury. What most people are unaware of, however, is that you can potentially earn compensation for this type of harassment, thanks to the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).

According to the TCPA, automated telemarketing campaigns are strictly prohibited from reaching customers who have not specifically opted into this type of marketing campaign. A specialized law firm, such as pintas.com, can tell you more about your infringed rights in a situation of this nature, and what necessary steps you need to take in order to earn the compensation you deserve for this type of consumer harassment.

Conclusive Thoughts

In the grand scheme of things, marketing campaigns should be a service that thinks of the customer’s needs first and foremost. When they fail to do that, rather causing annoyances and potential grievances, something must change.

With the information that you have obtained here, you can now look at the discussed intrusive marketing campaigns in a different light, knowing exactly when, how, and why you must take action against the violation of your rights as a respected customer of any online business.

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FDA Accepted VAPORESSO’s First-Round PMTA Applications https://alongtheboards.com/2020/09/01/fda-accepted-vaporessos-first-round-pmta-applications/ Tue, 01 Sep 2020 23:23:51 +0000 https://alongtheboards.com/?p=25280 This year is probably the one that we will all remember and talk about. There were many events, moments, and situations that influenced the lives of people. Unfortunately, most of those situations were bad and we barely wait to hear that something good happens. Fortunately, it seems that, finally, good news became viral among people.  […]

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This year is probably the one that we will all remember and talk about. There were many events, moments, and situations that influenced the lives of people. Unfortunately, most of those situations were bad and we barely wait to hear that something good happens. Fortunately, it seems that, finally, good news became viral among people. 

Everything started on August 20, 2023. On that day, VAPORESSO finally got approval from the FDA for the first round of its PMTA applications. The good news is that people from the company didn’t have to wait for a long period. They got the acceptance letter three days after they submitted it. It seems that people from the FDA were satisfied with the results and the application got a huge number of positive comments. 

However, it seems to us that many people do not exactly understand what PMTA is. Despite that, it is not a company that everyone has heard of. That is probably going to change soon and you came to the right place to make the first move. 

Source: VAPE HK

Before Everything – What Exactly Is PMTA?

We know that many people already know what PMTA is. Yet, it would be unfair to leave the other group of people without any additional explanations. PMTA is an acronym of the Premarket Tobacco Product Application. It is an application that all manufacturers of electronic cigarettes need to submit to the FDA. Working with these products is profitable and perspective in today’s world. Yet, without permission from the FDA, you won’t get the chance to promote and sell your vaping product

There are certain things that your application needs to contain. Logically, you will have to provide scientific evidence that the product you plan to sell is safe for public health. Many manufacturers do not succeed to reach that goal, but it seems that people from the VAPORESSO accomplished their goal. 

Everything started on May 10, 2016. US FDA determined some additional rules. More precisely, they subjected the additional products to scrutiny under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Tobacco Control Act and Family Smoking Prevention amended the act in the end. 

When you look closer, the entire application process is long. Yet, that doesn’t mean you will have enough time for rest. FDA does not leave a lot of time to companies that want to prepare the necessary material for applications. The deadline has been modified a couple of times. In the end, the FDA determined September 9th, 2023 as the final deadline for submission. 

It is not a secret that many companies from the field think that FDA’s rules are tough. However, you need to understand the purpose of the PMTA. The high standards are there to help “serious” entrepreneurs achieve their goals. Despite those standards, factors like capital, time, and manpower are also important. Fortunately, VAPORESSO managed to pass the test. 

Source: Vaporesso

How VAPORESSO Managed to Pass PMTA

First of all, we need to say that VAPORESSO is a new company that started with work in 2015. More precisely, it is a daughter company of the SMOORE. We will say a couple of words about the parent company later as well. 

Anyway, Simon Lai is the founder of VAPORESSO. Many people claim he is a creative entrepreneur and true visionary with many years of experience in the vaping industry. Despite that, employees in the company claim he is also a good motivator. Mr. Lai constantly calls all the employees in VAPORESSO to fight like a team and dream big goals. That probably is the only way to make the vaping products available to everyone. 

After the rules we talked about are released, the struggle of the company started. All people that work there invested a lot of effort to bring innovations to the product that the FDA will approve later. It seems that the professional selection of team members and clients paid off in the end. They collaborate with CROs and other professional service providers to achieve their goals. The in-house team was made of professionals for different fields. In the end, they also got support from SMOORE’s R&D team. Thanks to different researches, they managed to get acceptance promptly.

Source: Vapebeat

Moment When Everything Changed

As we said, August 20 is probably the date that all people in the company will remember. You can’t be sure that you will succeed even when you invest everything you have to achieve the goal. The same counts when we talk about people from VAPORESSO. You are wrong if you think that moment until they got the acceptance were not challenging for them. 

When they got permission, SMOORE became a more confident company. Logically, the first thing they did is investing their money into new vaping products. It seems that they will apply for the PMTA many times in the future. 

Understanding the main goal of the company probably says the full story. Their only goal is to design easy-to-use products and make them available to everyone. Boundaries, in this case, do not exist because they want to collaborate with vapers from all parts of the globe. You probably understand now why the first round of application is so significant. There are many new products that we can expect in the future. Potentially, the habits of vapers might change quicker than we imagined. 

Source: Tobacco Business Magazine

A Few Words about SMOORE

SMOORE is the biggest provider of different vaping devices in the world. People that are using these products know very well how popular they are. Believe it or not, it is a company that achieved an IPO in the entire business field. That probably explains how professional people that work in the company are. 

Yet, you probably think that SMOORE has a long experience in the vaping industry. However, they appeared on the market 11 years ago. That might seem like a long period at first glance. However, companies from different fields don’t succeed to achieve the same results for a lot longer period. It seems that SMOORE managed to develop for a quick period.

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You’ll Be Amazed What Happens When You Cut Dairy From Your Diet https://alongtheboards.com/2020/08/31/cut-dairy-from-diet/ Mon, 31 Aug 2020 13:11:10 +0000 https://alongtheboards.com/?p=25261 Most of us grew up hearing multiple servings of milk daily to support a healthy body. Furthermore, doctors across the board still tell us milk is the prime ingredient in healthy, strong bones and prevents osteoporosis. But what about those of us who are lactose-intolerant and don’t know it? This happens to many of us. […]

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Most of us grew up hearing multiple servings of milk daily to support a healthy body. Furthermore, doctors across the board still tell us milk is the prime ingredient in healthy, strong bones and prevents osteoporosis. But what about those of us who are lactose-intolerant and don’t know it?

This happens to many of us. We don’t know how much dairy is negatively affecting us until we cut it out of our diet. Many of us have never considered cutting dairy because it’s such a constant in our lives. Our parents consumed dairy products, and it inherently became part of our routines. Dairy consumption is also related to mucus production in the body, and mucus leads to sickness. The fact of the matter remains—cutting dairy out of your diet is much easier than you think.

Here are some of the benefits you’ll notice once you cut dairy.

Clearer Skin

Source: Business Insider

Some dairy products contain hormones and work to disrupt the natural balance of the skin. Skim milk is the worst of the culprits because it contains whey protein and a substantial amount of sugar.

Eliminating dairy products can produce a healthier skin texture and tone because you’re cutting out the hormones and sugars. The combination of the two can cause hormonal imbalances in the skin. This is especially true for teens because there’s already a surge in hormones occurring.

Bye Bye Belly Bloat

Source: Times of India

Many of us deal with constant belly bloat, and the only time it seems to subside is when we eat rabbit food for a few days straight. This is the point we’re trying to make—cutting dairy out will drastically reduce belly bloat.

Why?

Because 65% of the population has a hard time digesting dairy products. The successful ability to digest dairy leaves most of us after early childhood. As adults, we may experience bloating, cramping, constipation, and other inadequate dairy digestion effects.

Some people commit to intense detox systems when they want to get rid of belly bloat, when possibly. However, all they need to do is cut out dairy.

Digestion Becomes Easier

Source: The Statesman

With belly bloat, most of us are lacking the enzyme needed to digest dairy products. Those undigested sugars stay in the gut and produce unpleasant digestive symptoms such as cramping, bloating, nausea, and diarrhea.

Earlier studies show the ability to digest milk goes way back to our ethnicity and geographical location.

In fact, ABC News affirms, “Lactose tolerance is close to 0% among Native Americans, 5% for Asians, 25% for African and Caribbean peoples, 50% for Mediterranean peoples, and 90% for northern Europeans.”

The research also discusses how regions with less exposure to the sun’s vitamin D rays, had to absorb the vitamin in other ways, such as cow’s milk. This demonstrates how natural selection plays a role in those who can digest dairy.

Watch the Pounds Drop

Source: bonanza.com

We’ve established how dairy can wreak havoc in the gut. The gut is also the number one place people tend to carry extra weight.

Some foods cause inflammation in the gut. Dairy is one of those foods which cause inflammation and contributes to weight gain.

Alternatives for the Transition

Source: Eggs.ca

Making the transition to a dairy-free diet takes a little bit of experimentation. You need to explore alternative options for the foods you regularly eat.

We are a progressive society and have an ever-growing number of vegans. As a result, the market contains an abundance of alternatives for a seamless transition.

Here a few categories to take into consideration.

Milk: You can replace regular milk with oat milk, almond milk, soy milk, and pea milk. These are all viable alternatives and come with their own set of pros and cons. Take some time to see which one is best for you. Keep in mind, the taste is a significant factor. You’ll most likely end up purchasing them all to see which one fits your expectations.

Cheese: This is a BIG one because we all love cheese. It’s served on almost everything. This is why it’s the hardest part of the transition for most. Some tasty vegan cheese brands to explore are Follow Your Heart, Daiya, Kite Hill. The taste and texture of vegan cheese have come quite a long way. You’ll be pleasantly surprised.

Eggs: One thing you’ll miss when you cut out dairy is Saturday brunches—everything is cheese and eggs. We’ve covered cheeses already, but what about eggs?

This is where egg substitutes come in handy. You can’t use them for everything, but if you’ve got a hankering for an omelet—it’ll do.

Changes are hard to make. It’s easy to get overwhelmed and quit before you’ve gained any real traction. Especially, when you’re strolling through the grocery store trying to avoid the usual suspects that occupy your pantry and fridge.

Thoughts for the Journey Ahead

Source: East Berkshire Primary Care

Changing your eating habits can create a lot of anxiety at first, but if you stick with it through the challenges, you’ll start to notice the benefits.

To keep your mind calm in times of high-anxiety, visit CBDfx.com for a full selection of specialty CBD vape juices.

Keeping a vape pen close to knock the edge off of cravings can be a big help in shifting your diet over time.

So, give it a try! If you find yourself longing for your old routine, you can always go back.

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10 Things World of Warcraft Players Hate the Most https://alongtheboards.com/2020/08/28/things-world-of-warcraft-players-hate-most/ Fri, 28 Aug 2020 10:58:33 +0000 https://alongtheboards.com/?p=25239 From creating and launching WoW, back in 2004, nothing has ever been the same when it comes to gaming. Since then, many patches and expansions have only added to the overall hype, by adding more content to the already perfect game. Almost everything is at your disposal as you can do so many things and […]

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From creating and launching WoW, back in 2004, nothing has ever been the same when it comes to gaming. Since then, many patches and expansions have only added to the overall hype, by adding more content to the already perfect game. Almost everything is at your disposal as you can do so many things and not just fighting and completing the quests. If someone wants to chat and meet other players, try a new class, go fishing, flying, etc. it’s all available, as well as treasure hunting and getting that much-needed gold. If you want more in-depth information on buy wow gold, you should read this article from lootwowgold.

Since we don’t live in the ideal world, there are also some problems and things in WoW that players don’t like and would like to change.

1. Time-sensitive quest

Although having a certain amount of time for completing the quest can bring even more passion to the mission, but many players think that this feature is unnecessary, and many of them experience pure fury when this is mentioned. Add some battle action while chasing something and racing to complete the quest on time, and having to choose to either try to outrun that or fight, and you will find yourself spending a couple of hours to achieve it. Failing multiple times also doesn’t make gamers feel better about it, but once more, it does spice things up when you race against the clock.

Source: Millenium – us.org

2. PvP Issues

It is a part of the game that seems to receive hardly any new content, and it has been several years since any new ground and arenas were added. Because of this, more than 20% of players quit playing WoW in the past two years, demanding that the game developers bring back PvP vendors and PvP rewards.

3. Skills and training (weapon)

It may seem like a fundamental feature, but that need and urge to be positive that someone was not just trained but also leveled when hitting things with either bladed or blunt objects was and still is pretty standard practice. Those not aware of all of this probably ask themselves what is the fuss all about, but to clarify – think of the modern world of warcraft trade skills with a 1/300 bar, and every time player train (swing) with the object/weapon, it contributes to this particular skill. And to answer why this is so important, it’s because the more skill someone has, the more likely is to hit the “enemy” and vice versa – when your skill with some weapon is low, than your opponent can easily dodge the strike, or you can completely miss him. A situation like this often happens after the player changes the weapon that he or she used for some time, and try and go to the next quarry with the different armament.

If this happens and you in the middle of the fight, there are two ways to overcome this problem:

  • Change your weapon to the one you used before
  • If you sold it or currently don’t have it, then practice makes it perfect.
Source: PCGamesN

4. Costs

There are some of the things that players could get by achieving something, or completing the quest can now be bought for actual money, which is something the majority does not appreciate. It’s not all about the cost of the game, and players who played the game from the beginning think that by being able to buy some things, the game loses its original satisfaction. The same is with all the free stuff available for doing simple tasks, which was not possible with previous versions.

5. No indicators and vague quest information

Of course, this doesn’t apply to every quest, but there are still some of them with this problem. It is a huge difference when the player has direct orders and goals of the mission and doesn’t have to wander around thinking about what should the next move be, where to search for somebody to give them a note, etc. It is quite frustrating when someone spends hours searching for a solution, only because of the vague quest description.

Source: Ashes of Creation Forums

6. Addiction

Wow has a high media coverage claiming that people who play it develop some kind of addiction. Since this game can’t be completed and one can play as much as she or he wants, it is quite clear why that’s the case. Most of the players are aware of this and agree that they spend more time playing it than they should, but only for the minority of them can be said that they are addicted to the game. In some opinions, WoW with its chat interface only brings people together as the players also use it to socialize.

7. “Errand boy” quests

It happens a lot, especially to inexperienced players, and picking several quests without enough baggage space can make your virtual life even more difficult. When and not if this happens, choosing in which order to finish the quests and which one to complete first will make you feel frustrated.

Having “Take that thing there” or “bring that from there” type of quests make you feel like an errand boy, and not enough bag space is only the cherry on top of the cake.

Source: WellPlayed

8. Party finder option

Again, the problem is with the latest versions of the game, where playing online as a party or group is almost impossible. It’s all because the developers chose to remove the party finder option, and the players feel that happened because when someone plays alone, it takes more time to achieve and progress through the game.

9. Bag space

As a newbie, not having large bag space (16 slots) will not affect your game, but give it time. This problem often occurs as you advance higher level gear and cloth. Depending on the chosen character and the items gathered through quests, combined with the food needed for healing and herbs for making potions, having not enough slots is an everyday problem. Agonyslhy choosing between items and deciding which one would suit you the most, and which are necessary for the future is troublesome. But, there are occasions where additional bags drop from low-level enemies.

Source: BloodHoof Brigands Warcraft Blog

10. Latency issues

It is something that almost every player of MMO (massively multiplayer online) game is familiar with, and it all happens when there is a delay between game reaction and the user’s action. The newest WoW version was not that well-received or supported, and more and more people are quitting or switching to another game because of this constant problem.

Just like in regular life, there is always something to improve, to do better, and the same is with this game. Although the recent comments and players’ opinion has not been so kind to the latest version of the game, the thrill of playing WoW still exist, and it may never leave us.

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Secrets to Maintaining Balanced Testosterone Level Naturally https://alongtheboards.com/2020/08/25/maintaining-balanced-testosterone-level-naturally/ Tue, 25 Aug 2020 08:10:42 +0000 https://alongtheboards.com/?p=25206 Testosterone is the most important male hormone responsible for sexual functions. Muscle mass, mood, confidence, bone density, sex drive, and other aspects depend on the amount of testosterone. Too little testosterone in the body causes a drop in self-confidence, loss of libido, and weaker performance. What causes a drop in testosterone? You can blame stress, […]

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Testosterone is the most important male hormone responsible for sexual functions. Muscle mass, mood, confidence, bone density, sex drive, and other aspects depend on the amount of testosterone. Too little testosterone in the body causes a drop in self-confidence, loss of libido, and weaker performance.

What causes a drop in testosterone? You can blame stress, lack of sleep, poor diet, and irregular physical activity. During adolescence, testosterone levels are essential for the proper development of the body. You also have to remember that testosterone naturally drops with age, usually after the age of 30.

You maintain the proper testosterone level in many ways. First of all, a proper diet is essential. Playing sports also contributes to an increase in testosterone. Remember that you should exercise at any age and that each training session should be slightly more intense than the last one. Keep on reading to find out what are some of the natural testosterone boosters!

Natural Supplements and Boosters

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Testosterone Boosters

Testosterone boosters based on herbs will provide you with a higher libido, faster development of muscle mass, and more energy every day. Boosters mobilize your body to increase testosterone secretion in a natural way, so you do not need to introduce a synthetic version of the hormone into your body.

A special combination of ingredients has almost no side effects. The most used are D-Aspartic Acid and Fenugreek – together, they stimulate the secretion of growth hormone, which has a direct impact on the growth of testosterone.

There are many testosterone boosters on the market, and finding the best one can be stressful, therefore reading a review on a site like TheSupplementReviews is not a bad idea!

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Other Supplements

Several minerals are necessary for the proper synthesis of testosterone, which should be supplemented in the event of a deficiency:

  • Zink – its deficiencies in men may contribute to the weakening of libido and a decrease in testosterone.
  • Magnesium – an element that has a calming effect on the nervous system, soothes inflammation, and contributes to the optimal release of testosterone after exercise.
  • Vitamin D – produced in our body from sunlight. Unfortunately, it is estimated that about 95% of society suffers from its shortages. Vitamin D works similarly to hormones but is not chemically one of them. Its supplementation results in an increase in testosterone levels.
Source: Harvard Health – Harvard University

Proper Diet

A balanced diet is a key to maintaining an adequate level of hormones in the body, including testosterone, which results in a healthy and strong body. Focus on high-quality fats (cold-pressed oils, nuts, avocados, fatty fish, various types of meat, eggs); these products will allow your hormones to work properly. Please note that high-carbohydrate and low-fat diets have a negative effect on testosterone levels!

Additionally, remember about vegetables and fruits that should be included in every meal. That will provide you not only with macronutrients (protein, carbohydrates, and fats) but also with a number of micronutrients.

Speaking about diet, alcohol should also be mentioned. We hear about its harmful effects all the time, but few people know that its consumption is also strongly correlated with testosterone levels. Alcohol consumption helps to intensify the processes of testosterone transformation into estrogen. It is also one of the reasons for the accumulation of visceral fat that damages the functioning of internal organs. This leads to a hormonal imbalance in the body.

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Exercise and Regeneration

During training, two main anabolic hormones are released: testosterone and somatotropin (human growth hormone). And it would be best if the training focuses on multi-joint exercises, e.g., deadlifts or back squats. It is because the more muscle groups you engage in one activity, the greater the testosterone output after training will be.

A similar effect can be achieved by performing an anaerobic training. This workout is an excellent alternative to boring and long cardio. Instead of walking an hour on the treadmill, you can sprint several short distances. It will take a few minutes, but the benefits will be significant.

Always remember to rest, and sleep plays the most important role here. Try to sleep at least 7 hours a day. When you sleep, your body regenerates intensively, and the renewal process affects not only muscle tissue but many other tissues, systems, and organs, including those responsible for the production and control of testosterone production. Sleep deprivation affects testosterone production because it causes the hypothalamic-pituitary system to malfunction.

With all that in mind, you will easily improve your testosterone levels in due time. Along with the athletic exercises, you will find, that active sex life can definitely improve pretty much everything. Should that be with your partner or with a girlfriend experience. This way, you will have all the sexual benefits of a romantic relationship, but you will not have to deal with the responsibilities. Click here to find your best suited GFE in Germany.

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Lose a Few Pounds

If you are overweight, losing weight can raise your testosterone levels. It turns out that overweight men have a greater risk of having testosterone levels too low, so having a healthy body weight is an important factor in optimizing your body’s testosterone production.

If you are serious about losing weight, you should significantly reduce the amount of processed sugars in your diet as more and more research shows that excess sugar, particularly fructose, is one of the leading causes of the obesity epidemic. The primary step should be to eliminate sweetened beverages from your diet, and also to significantly reduce the fructose in processed foods.

Refined carbohydrates such as breakfast cereals, pretzels and other processed foods also break down into simple sugars very quickly, which causes insulin levels to rise, followed by insulin resistance, which is a major factor in almost all chronic diseases known to mankind today, including being overweight.

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Conclusion

For years, there has been a noticeable decrease in testosterone levels in men caused by stress, lack of sleep, irregular physical activity, and poor diet. A drop in testosterone levels can be especially dangerous for people who care about their sexual performance and want to achieve peak results in sports.

It is easy to upset the normal levels of hormones in the body. It is enough not to exercise regularly for a while and to speak poorly. Your organism will quickly show you that it’s not good for it.

Consider maintaining an adequate testosterone level with boosters, diet, and the right exercise-to-rest ratio. You won’t have to wait long for the positive effects related to your mood, confidence, muscle mass, bone density, and sex drive.

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11 Things to Consider Before Cutting the Cord https://alongtheboards.com/2020/08/17/things-to-consider-before-cutting-cord/ Mon, 17 Aug 2020 16:23:12 +0000 https://alongtheboards.com/?p=25124 Every year we see the number of cord-cutters increasing around the globe. Yet it has become a trend as well now and that with good reason considering the countless opportunities and blessings the internet has to offer in the modern world. If you want to be a part of this band-wagon too, then there are […]

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Every year we see the number of cord-cutters increasing around the globe. Yet it has become a trend as well now and that with good reason considering the countless opportunities and blessings the internet has to offer in the modern world.

If you want to be a part of this band-wagon too, then there are many things that you need to consider. In this article, we will be discussing precisely to help you make the best possible decision. Sounds convenient right? Therefore, let us begin without any further ado.

1. What exactly do you like about pay TV?

If you happen to be using your pay-TV services up till and still are indecisive whether to stick with them or not, there has to be something impressive there. Is it the live broadcasts or your favorite channel or simply a life-line show that you cannot live without? It could be any or all of these factors. Now when considering cord-cutting, you need to know that things might be a bit different. Individual subscriptions tend to be relatively expensive so are you willing to pay a premium if you cannot find a substitute?

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2. What are the cons of your pay TV subscription?

Now coming towards the bright side of cord-cutting, you must have a reason like most of us for wanting to switch. Is it the price tag or the limitation of watching ‘what-they-want-you-to-watch’? you might also hate sitting through the ever-increasing amounts of commercials when you very well know that online services like Netflix, Hulu, and HBO Prime are completely ads less to name a few. Yes, there has to be a reason and all you need to find out is the magnitude of those reasons.

3. How much are you spending on your current subscription?

Cable subscription bills are rising by the day. Most of the people cut the cord to save on the mounting yearly/monthly expenses. That being said, if you are planning to subscribe to a wide array of online services, will you actually be saving any money or will just be spending more than before? These are some of the questions that you need to address before cutting the cord. We would suggest creating a portfolio of the must-haves and then evaluating the costs to understand which one suits you better.

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4. Your internet-alone price might go up after cutting the cord

Cable subscriptions are often bundles up with internet packages for an increasing appeal that allows some significant cost-cutting. If you want to cut on the internet bills and looking for money saving deals, simply click here to check it out. Now when you cut the cord, your internet subscription alone might be more costly than before and add some additional expenses like a couple of subscriptions, the new price tag might need some looking at. That being said, if you do not need your cable service anymore, that is simply an additional burden which ought to be unloaded as soon as possible.

5. Consider the speeds you need and the respective data caps

Now watching 4k over cable service is quite different as compared to doing it over the internet. For that, you need enough bandwidth and data caps to ensure a seamless experience. Ideally, you want something around 100Mbs for your household needs for high-definition streaming but that does come with its respective price tag. But that shouldn’t be a big issue since you are cutting down on your cable costs which will be utilized here. Also, most ISPs offer unlimited data caps over high-tier internet offers so make sure that you go through the ISP you choose thoroughly and inquire about any data caps or hidden charges.

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6. Your streaming medium directly affects the experience

The type of application or device you are using will also definitely affect your viewing experience. For instance, the Netflix app or the one for Amazon Prime readily offers 4k streaming but that doesn’t mean every other application can offer you the same. Therefore your streaming activity will also be affected by these. And you need to make sure that the device you are using is 4k compatible just like you would do with a TV to ensure the best experience.

7. Are there any ‘cant-live-without-channels’ in your current service?

As hinted earlier, it is important to identify any channels or programs that are essential to your needs. HBO Prime could be an example here. These channels often air our favorite shows and for them to be available online, we might have to wait for a day or two. A solution to this would be to subscribe to a specific channel online but that will come at an additional surcharge that needs to be taken into account.

Source: Medium

8. Finding the right stuff to watch can be tiring at instances

With a cable or pay TV service, we often start watching and enjoying whatever is being aired on the television. The same cannot be said about online streaming because there we generally have to decide what to watch. This is an advantage as well since we aren’t forced to watch stuff plus good riddance from those overwhelmingly annoying ads. But, as a downside, you might have to search for the next binge-worthy show.

9. News junkies might feel a bit different here

Watching the news over a cable TV service is quite convenient, yes, because there is an array of channels that constantly delivers any happenings around the world. The online world, on the other hand, requires a bit of effort. Luckily, most of the channels like BBC, CCN, and ESPN have established online channels that can be subscribed to watch live streams or get constant updates.

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10. Having everything under a single bill is a bit difficult

Cutting the cord does have many benefits but subscribing to all the different services now means that there would no longer be a single bill at the end of the month. For instance, if you have a good ISP and a Netflix membership plus any sports subscriptions, this would mean three separate charges to your card. Some ISPs might offer add-ons of such services but we recommend doing it on your own to avoid any additional surcharges.

11. Free-streaming is always a charm

Lastly, since you are considering cutting the cord, know that there is an endless number of free streams available online. YouTube is the king in this department but services like Roku also offer free streaming opportunities. You can watch, learn, enjoy, and appreciate a lot without paying a dime besides your internet fee which is indeed very intriguing.

Source: Engadget

Consider all these aspects before cutting the cord and surely you will be able to make the right decision. We hope that these may help you in the quest for streaming supremacy.

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8 Ways to Prevent Cybersecurity Breaches https://alongtheboards.com/2020/07/21/prevent-cybersecurity-breaches/ Tue, 21 Jul 2020 14:57:35 +0000 https://alongtheboards.com/?p=24882 The number of data breaches has been increasing with hackers being able to break into the defences of businesses globally. The data breaches have led to several critical data of users being leaked on the dark web. It has led to a breach of trust, lawsuits and significant penalties and punitive actions from government agencies. […]

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The number of data breaches has been increasing with hackers being able to break into the defences of businesses globally. The data breaches have led to several critical data of users being leaked on the dark web. It has led to a breach of trust, lawsuits and significant penalties and punitive actions from government agencies. Due to cybersecurity breaches, there were 3.2M records exposed through many data breaches in the first half of this year. In November 2019, a cyberattack at the networks of Gridworks – a coordinated care organization, led to the theft of critical personal data and medical histories of the members of Health Share Of Oregon.

Being a small company does not mean that you are safe from cyberattacks. Studies show that at least two-thirds of small businesses have experienced a cyberattack and 58% of them have experienced a breach. The report also mentioned that 60% of the small companies could stop operations due to the attack. All organizations need to spruce up their cybersecurity procedures to prevent any unauthorized access to any sensitive data stored by the servers. So, what are the various ways to keep your website and networks safe from any cyberattack? In this article, we will discuss some of the ways you can prevent a data breach from occurring at your business.

1. Prevent access to critical data

All businesses need to store some amount of sensitive data about their customers, partners, and employees. You must ensure that proper steps are taken to protect this data from any unauthorized access. One of them is to prevent your employees from accessing such data. Limiting access to critical information is one of the ways to prevent it from getting leaked. Businesses must have a strict policy that allows only authorized senior personnel to have access to sensitive data for official purposes. There must be an audit log of all access to the database containing critical data. It must be assessed periodically to check any unauthorized access.

2. Update the software regularly

All renowned software is updated regularly, and businesses need to ensure that they have the latest versions of the software on their IT systems. Apart from adding features, these updates also plug in the vulnerabilities in the earlier versions. Several applications can check whether your software is updated to the latest versions. You may also activate alerts so that you are notified whenever there are any software updates. It is an effective way to enhance your defenses against cyberattacks.

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3. Install SSL certificate on website

It is crucial to ensure that your website is secure and uses the HTTPS protocol. Due to a Google update, all non-HTTPS sites are being marked as “Not Secure”. You must buy an SSL certificate that will encrypt the communication between your web server and the web browser of the visitor. It is also vital for e-commerce websites to abide by the PCI-DSS guidelines. These guidelines require the sites to follow stringent safety protocols, and they must use the HTTPS protocol. You may procure the certificate from a reputable reseller like SSL2BUY where you can choose based on your requirement.

4. Use secure Wi-Fi networks only

Your employees must have access to secure Wi-Fi networks only. The IT team must ensure that the network systems within the office premises have foolproof security. The passwords for the networks must be created following the global password best practices and must be changed every two to three months. The employees also must be restricted from connecting to the free Wi-Fi zones in public. These do not have adequate protection, and their systems could get infected. When employees are working from home, they should get connected over a virtual private network (VPN).

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5. Use global password best practices

The IT guidelines in your organization must include a section on creating passwords. All employees must have their passwords as per the global password best practices. The passwords for the networks and the system software must also be created, keeping the password best practices in mind. It helps to prevent the brute force attacks by cybercriminals. The passwords must also be changed periodically, ideally every three months. The employees must receive notifications to change their passwords beforehand.

6. Take periodic backups

The IT team must take a periodic backup of the servers. In the unfortunate event of a data breach, it will help the business to restart operations easily. Employees who are working from home must also be in touch with the IT team to ensure that a backup of their systems is taken after definite intervals. Ideally, the backup of the servers must be taken every week or, at least, every fortnight with incremental backup every day.

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7. Fortify your networks

The networks of your business must be fortified to prevent any cyberattack. The IT team must install network software like a firewall, antivirus, intrusion prevention system, etc. that will thwart the attacks from cybercriminals. This software will prevent any accidental downloads and installations. This software will also protect your business from any phishing emails or trojan horses.

8. Train your employees

Your employees must be trained about the procedures that must be followed to prevent a cyberattack. The employees must know that they must be equally alert to prevent such attacks. They must understand the global best practices for creating passwords and for emails. They must not use their official email for personal work. The employees must also be informed about the safeguards they must take when working from other locations or their homes.

Source: TechRepublic

Conclusion

The cybercriminals do not relent, and the number of successful data breaches is on the rise. Organizations must deploy policies and procedures to ensure their networks are safe from such attacks. Your employees must also stay abreast about your policies as they are also part of the battle against hackers. It would help if you also had an audit log of all access to the back end of the network so that you are aware of the entities who are accessing it.

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Advantages And Disadvantages of Online Classes https://alongtheboards.com/2020/07/10/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-online-classes/ Fri, 10 Jul 2020 13:26:52 +0000 https://alongtheboards.com/?p=24855 In this year of 2023, the infectious pandemic known as COVID19 has been publicized. Its first case is in Wuhan, China. The disease slowly spread throughout China, and it also has spread through other foreign countries. This disease has stopped many businesses, school days, it also affected many social and government projects, and of course, […]

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In this year of 2023, the infectious pandemic known as COVID19 has been publicized. Its first case is in Wuhan, China. The disease slowly spread throughout China, and it also has spread through other foreign countries. This disease has stopped many businesses, school days, it also affected many social and government projects, and of course, it greatly affected the economy of one’s country. With these setbacks, we had a lot of difficulty in surviving the said pandemic.

Regarding school studies, they have decided to use technologies to aid students in learning while they are in their houses. However, there are many loopholes in this plan, such as students eating while having the class, using other gadgets while listening to lectures, and other more disadvantages. In this article, we will be discussing the disadvantages and advantages of using devices as a platform for education.

Advantages of Online classes:

  • Reminders– By having online classes, you won’t forget your works, schedules, and such. You can purchase the products of SyncGo Desktop Calendar for the latest graphics for your engine. Just by using this, you can improve your work productivity. Visit here to get your own SyncGo Desktop Calendar!
  • Flexibility– By having online classes, you can have a flexible schedule and workplace. For example, you are in your school, and you have projects to be done with the use of computers; in online classes, you can use your gadgets at home to work with it and pass it directly! For your workplace, you can have your online courses in your study area, in your bedroom, in a café near you,o just out in your backyard! By having trials, classes relieve some of your stress only with the use of your gadgets around you, convenient, right?
  • Fewer Expenses– By having online classes, you can save up money just from the expenses of commuting, lunches, parking maintenance, fuel for cars, and such. By having online courses, you can save up your money for your interests!
  • Self Discipline– By having online classes, you can learn how to manage your time, and you can learn how to persevere without having someone to back you up in crucial times. Just by having some reminders on your gadgets, you can then develop your mind to adjust to your routine of doing your projects!
  • Less Intensity– In your classroom, you can feel aggrieved just by the teacher erasing the writings on the board. At the same time, you are not yet done copying it, surprise quizzes project that have been given to you on the same day, and is needed to be passed on the end of classes and exams! In online courses you can screenshot the writings of your teacher, if you doze off in the middle of class, you can voice record or screen record your class video to recheck those that you missed. In surprise quizzes, you can develop a habit of reviewing your notes before sleeping. In school you have to go home tired from the commute and do your homework, in online classes, you can fell much more relaxed since type can be long and intense!
  • Easier Access to Learning Resources– While having online classes you can browse information while having levels if the teacher asks you about something you don’t know or something that you don’t understand, internet browsers can help you!
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Disadvantages of Online Classes:

  • Lack of Gadgets and Internet Connection– Okay, let’s face it, not every one of us has gadgets and internet connection for online classes. This is a thorn in the topic of online courses, other parents who are not rich enough to buy devices such as computers or laptops for online courses find this as an inconvenience.
  • No Applications of Teachings– In the curriculum of K-12, they value the application of learnings, that is why we have performance tasks and projects. If the instructors or teachers just focus on theories or teachings of the books, students will find it hard to progress in their life in the future.
  • Quality of Teaching– As we all know, teachers or instructors displays their might in front of the class; they can explain and demonstrate the teachings more clearly, but what about if they do that online? Would their teaching skills deteriorate? It might! Not to hate those teachers there, but if some teachers would make a test and the students would share the answers among themselves? What would happen to those teachers that would let that happen? They would be mocked; teachers serve as a helper that leads you to your best possible future.
  • Quality of Videos– Some teachers would naturally have lousy internet connections, what would happen if in the middle of their class the video quality would deteriorate? It would affect the teaching the students receive.
  • Lack of Discipline of Students– The role of teachers is to guide students to be responsible. What would happen if students disregard the rules of the teachers? What if they were given a deadline for a project and they intentionally did not pass it, and their excuse was that they were sick, that would mean that they lack discipline, they do not care about the rules and instructions given by the teachers! In the classroom, the teachers can talk to them privately and verify if their excuses were correct.
  • Impact of Teaching– There is just that different vibe when you compare online classes to offline classes (face to face interaction). The effect of the teachers in the classroom would naturally affect your work environment; their words would just be like magic encouraging you to listen to them and strive harder! While in online classes, other classes would be like a scripted play, the teacher teaches, and the students attend, that is just it. Where is the impact on that? It would just be like listening to a voice recorder; there would be no interaction between teachers and students. It would be a bad work environment if this would happen.
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Conclusion:

There might be advantages and disadvantages of online classes but both have their impacts on our lives, whether you attend online classes or offline classes (face to face interaction), you just need to work hard to patch up those disadvantaged and hone your advantages! Study hard, you still have a lot of challenges ahead!

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4 Best Backup Programs for Windows 2023 https://alongtheboards.com/2020/07/08/best-backup-programs-for-windows/ Wed, 08 Jul 2020 12:47:38 +0000 https://alongtheboards.com/?p=24823 Choosing different programs truly is a tough challenge. It doesn’t really matter why you want to purchase certain software. The same counts when we talk about freemium tools. You will find a huge number of them online and they will all seem perfect. Yet, we need to say the truth – they are not all […]

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Choosing different programs truly is a tough challenge. It doesn’t really matter why you want to purchase certain software. The same counts when we talk about freemium tools. You will find a huge number of them online and they will all seem perfect. Yet, we need to say the truth – they are not all equally good. Online technology allowed everyone to advertise his product and service. Because of that, the ads you see should not always impress you. You need to do proper research before deciding on one program.

All the rules that we said count for backup programs for Windows. As you know, data backup is important for everyone. You can be an individual who uses a PC for fun or a serious business that works with highly-important files. Different problems might arise and you can get into serious trouble because of that.

Well, backup programs can become your best friends. However, there are certain factors that you need to put into consideration before picking the one. For instance, performance, feature, price, and support are some of the crucial factors. Carefully check each one and try to find some clear answers.

Fortunately for you, this article will tell you more about the best backup programs for Windows. As we said, you will find a huge number of them online. However, we will highlight a couple of them that truly deserve your attention.

1. EaseUS Todo Backup

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We will start our list with the program that was established in 2004. Many people that are familiar with the data backup and recovery niche will highlight EaseUS as the best program. Certain features can confirm this statement.

First of all, the program is very easy to use. The installation process won’t last more than a couple of minutes. This might be a long period for some users. However, keep in mind that the installer file is too bulky and it has around 100 MB.

Anyway, you will soon notice that the interface is user-friendly. Every user will have the chance to back up the entire system, whole partitions, and drives. Yet, you can also backup certain folders and files that you lost.

In the end, we would need to highlight the “Smart Backup” option as well. You can monitor certain files and set up to back them up automatically. More precisely, you have the chance to restore those files up to two weeks in the past. In case you need a backup software for the cloud, this is also going to be a good choice. You can back up all the data that you have at One Drive, Google Drive, and DropBox.

We attached the website where you can hear more details about EaseUS. There are many more useful features that you should know about.

2. Idrive

Source: wired.com

Well, this program works even longer compared to the previous one. It was established in California in 1995. Well, there are some interesting facts about this program you should know. Personal users can’t consider it cheap. Despite that, it does not come with the best possible features for individual users.

However, when we talk about people that work with multiple computers, things are a bit different. In that case, you can consider it as a program with advanced backup features and performances. For instance, you can backup files with this program on as many computers as you want. This includes locally and externally networked drives as well. Unfortunately, space is a bit limited. You have the space of 2 TB in the Personal Plan. However, this is also not a small amount of space.

The software itself offers different services that might grab your attention. For instance, there is an iDrive Express (a courier service) that allows users to request a physical hard drive that will give them the chance to perform an initial backup. After you return the drive, the company will upload all the files to its cloud server. This type of service you can use once a year for free.

3. CloudBerry Backup

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We need to say that CloudBerry is not a standard cloud backup solution. It would be better to describe it as a backup control center. In other words, the program allows you to store files on one or more cloud solutions. Despite that, every user will have the chance to backup files from one place.

The program might not be easy-to-use as the previous one. Indeed, you do not have to be a genius to realize how to download and install the software. We can also highlight the beautiful design of the interface. Many users will tell you it is pleasing for the eye. Still, we need to say that navigation might seem complex at first glance. In most cases, IT professionals are those that would decide on this program. We do not recommend it to complete beginners because it might be complex in the beginning.

In the end, we need to cover the two most popular selling points. Because of that, CloudBerry deserves to be on this list. Believe it or not, this piece of software offers 65 storage destinations. Don’t get amazed if you see some of the biggest brands in the world such as OneDrive, Amazon S3, etc. Despite that, the program is powerful enough to cover every possible mixed storage scenario. In short terms, we can describe this program as flexible.

4. O & O DiskImage

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We will end our list with one of the most popular local best PC backup software. If you require software with quick and simple uploading, this one’s for you.

Opposite to the previous program, this one is suitable for beginners. When you enter the program, you will see a combination of texts and images. They will clearly explain to you how to complete different types of backups.

In short terms, the users of the program will get the chance to create file-wise and disk-wise backups. Despite that, you also get the ability to deselect or select sections of a local drive. Finally, each program user can use virtual storage devices as well as the network-based ones.

In the end, the program can make things simpler for you. You can split all larger files into smaller ones. Additionally, you will protect each smaller file with a password. Security is surely important to you, right?

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