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Documenting our journey to serve communities through technology.

"Serving Communities
Through Technology"

August 17, 2022 • Maryanne Chiriboga

E-Waste: The Hidden Gateway to America’s $12.7 Billion Fraud Crisis

Here’s a terrifying thought: every time an old laptop, phone, or tablet is thrown in a recycling bin without being properly sanitized, it’s not just an environmental risk. It’s a potential goldmine for organized crime. Fraud and identity theft losses have skyrocketed, reaching an all-time high of $12.7 billion in 2024. While we’re all looking […]

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August 15, 2022 • Maryanne Chiriboga

Welcome to the Maxsys Blog: Bridging the Digital Divide

Welcome to the official blog of Maxsys International. We’re a different kind of technology organization, and this will be a different kind of blog. You won’t find us breathlessly promoting the latest industry buzzwords or trying to sell you complex, expensive solutions. Our mission, as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is much simpler: to bridge the digital […]

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June 7, 2022 • Maryanne Chiriboga

Tech Troubleshooting 101: Answering Your Top 5 Computer Questions

Technology can be intimidating, but many common problems have simple solutions. At Maxsys, we believe in empowering you with knowledge. Here are answers to five of the most frequent questions we hear from community members. 1. “I forgot my password. What do I do?” Almost every website and application has a “Forgot Password?” or “Reset […]

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"Serving Communities
Through Technology"

October 15, 2021 • Maryanne Chiriboga

Why is My Computer So Slow? 5 Common Culprits and Simple Fixes

It’s one of the most common and frustrating tech problems: a computer that used to be fast now takes forever to do anything. Before you assume you need a new machine, let’s look at some common culprits you might be able to fix yourself. 1. Too Many Programs Running at Startup Many applications set themselves […]

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