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IT tips, local tech news, and insights for small businesses in Gresham and the Portland area.

The Local AI Revolution: Why Enterprises Are Ditching Token Bills and What It Means for Small Business
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The Local AI Revolution: Why Enterprises Are Ditching Token Bills and What It Means for Small Business

Enterprises are quietly abandoning cloud API token models in favor of local LLM-first architectures. The shift is being driven by cost overruns, data security concerns, and a search for predictable ROI. Small businesses that understand — and ride — this wave can gain a competitive advantage with the same tools.

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NAS Solutions for Small Business: How to Protect Your Data from Ransomware
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NAS Solutions for Small Business: How to Protect Your Data from Ransomware

A practical guide to choosing NAS solutions and implementing ransomware defenses that keep small business data safe.

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Celebrating Two and a Half Quarters of a Century: America at 250
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Celebrating Two and a Half Quarters of a Century: America at 250

From the halls of Congress to Main Street across every state, 2026 marks our nation's quarter-millennium — 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was signed. A reflection on where we've been, what makes us who we are, and why freedom matters more than ever.

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RAM Prices Are Up and AI Is Everywhere: What Small Businesses Need to Know Right Now
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RAM Prices Are Up and AI Is Everywhere: What Small Businesses Need to Know Right Now

Server RAM prices have climbed sharply in 2026, driven by the AI boom eating into supply. But that same AI wave is creating new opportunities for small businesses that know how to use it. A practical look at today's hardware costs and what they mean for your bottom line.

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Who We Are: The Story Behind MinuteMan IT
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Who We Are: The Story Behind MinuteMan IT

A message from our owner about what drives us to serve small businesses in Gresham and the Portland metro area.

Steven Boyce, Owner