3 tech favorites Kim relies on that you should, too

As America’s tech pro and a small business owner for over 20 years, Kim has partnered with a few hardware and software vendors and companies.

These companies may sponsor The Kim Komando Show and Komando.com, but she honestly trusts their time-saving tools, security features and money-saving innovations. Kim only partners with companies she is proud to bring to you and uses herself, and she arranges special deals to make these products even more affordable.

If you’re in the market for a new computer with all the power you need, a printer that helps reduce ink costs or the ultimate cloud storage solution, read on.

Workstations and servers that stand the test of time

This is a photo of the servers here at Komando headquarters.

We’ve used Dell computers and tech to run the Komando website for more than 15 years. Dell is Kim’s go-to for work-from-home tech, too.

If you own your own business, you may be wondering if you need a server. Well, the answer is likely yes if your team is growing, you want to work remotely and you need to store data securely. Tap or click here for our tips on selecting a server.

What if you’re just looking for a desktop or laptop computer? We use Dell Optiplex and Precision workstations at Komando HQ, and these workhorses get any job done.

We went with Dell because it prides itself on providing customers with security, manageability and reliability. Moreover, it produces the latest technology that is most relevant to its users.

Call 877-ASK-DELL or visit Dell.com to find out how Dell’s Technology Advisors can help your small business.

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