The MinuteMan IT Blog
IT tips, local tech news, and insights for small businesses in Gresham and the Portland area.
No Website? Here's Exactly How Any Small Business Gets Online Without Getting Screwed Over
Most Gresham business owners don't realize they're losing customers daily without a website. Here's how to get online — and avoid getting overcharged.
Cloud Storage Cost Creep: When the Monthly Bill Hits $2,000+ for SMB Data
Your Gresham company's cloud storage bill might be silently eating $500-$2,000+ per month in costs you never knew existed. Here's what to watch for.
When to Upgrade Your Office Network: Signs Gresham Business Owners Ignore at Their Peril
Your office network's probably not as fine as you tell yourself. Five specific warning signs Gresham owners ignore until paying a catastrophic price.
Cloud vs On-Prem: Where Your Oregon Business Should Actually Host Its Data in 2026
Cloud or on-prem for your Gresham office? The best answer isn't either — it's a hybrid that gives you cloud speed with local access at the right price.
When SMB Servers Start Acting Slow: 8 Signs Your Network Is in Trouble
Your servers feel sluggish but the issues run deeper. Eight warning signs Gresham and Sandy business owners miss until it becomes a crisis.
TrueNAS vs NAS: Why Most SMBs Pick Wrong When Buying Local Storage
Comparing TrueNAS against a cheaper consumer NAS for your Gresham business? Here's exactly which fits your needs and why most Eastern Oregon SMBs pick wrong.
TrueNAS vs Cloud Storage for Portland SMBs in 2026
TrueNAS or cloud for Gresham/Sandy SMB storage? What really matters — cost, speed, security, and recovery — so you pick right first time.