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Tech History: Bill Gates Got Arrested Before Microsoft Excel-ed

The charge? Driving without a license and running a stop sign.

Brittany Perry

3 days ago1 min read

Tech History: When AOL Took Over Your Mailbox (and the World)

If you had a mailbox in the 1990s, chances are AOL sent you a CD. Or five.

Brittany Perry

5 days ago1 min read

What we've been up to . . .

We recently wrapped up an Audio System Expansion at a retail location in New Jersey, delivering a powerful sound experience that blends clarity with full coverage.

Brittany Perry

5 days ago1 min read

Tech History: Steve Jobs Tricked Woz Out of Money

Even legends have messy beginnings. And sometimes, business isn’t as clean as code.

Alucid Team

6 days ago1 min read

The Apple Collection: Long Before the iPhone Apple Tried to Rule the 80's Runway

In 1986, Apple released a full-on clothing and lifestyle line called the Apple Collection — and yes, it was as pastel and logo-heavy as you'd imagine.

Brittany Perry

Jul 111 min read

What we've been up to . . .

Our team performed a comprehensive Data Center Build Analysis for a client in Chicago.

Alucid Team

Jul 101 min read

Third-Party Maintenance & Cloud Integration: A Seamless Transition

Here’s how Third-Party Support is facilitating a seamless move and bridging the gap between legacy systems and Cloud Infrastructure.

Alucid Team

Jul 102 min read

June 2025 Layoff Roundup: Tech Giants, Amazon + Early July Cuts

Big names are slashing traditional roles and redirecting talent and capital into AI, automation, and next-gen infrastructure.

Alucid Team

Jul 32 min read

An Age-Old Holiday Goes High Tech: How the 4th of July Embraced Innovation

The 4th of July may be one of America’s oldest traditions, but behind the fireworks, floats, and backyard barbecues — technology is quietly stealing the show.

Brittany Perry

Jul 31 min read

What we've been up to . . .

Our team recently completed a full-scale MPLS network migration for a full service Marketing & Advertising firm, ensuring their operations could scale quickly with onboarding new offices and acquisitions.

Alucid Team

Jul 21 min read

What we've been up to . . .

As part of a retail expansion project in Austin, TX, our team prepared the new areas of the store for RFID scanner deployment.

Alucid Team

Jul 11 min read

What we've been up to . . .

We recently helped a client in Greenwich take control of a messy network closet with a complete patch panel cable cleanup.

Alucid Team

Jun 301 min read

What If Company IT Equipment Was Damaged or Lost? Can They Withhold My Final Pay?

If you’re leaving a job and realize that company equipment you were issued—like a laptop, phone, or tools—is lost or damaged, you might be wondering: “Can my employer take that out of my final paycheck?”

Alucid Team

Jun 301 min read

Tech History: From Convenience to Controversy - The Story of Cookies

In the digital world, "cookies" aren’t baked — they’re tracked.

Alucid Team

Jun 301 min read

Tech History: The First Computer Bug Was... an actual Moth?!

Did you know the term "computer bug" actually comes from a real-life insect?

Alucid Team

Jun 271 min read

Tech History: The First Banner Ad Had a Massive 44% Click-Through Rate

Today, if a digital ad gets a 1% click-through rate, it's considered a win. But in 1994, the very first online ad pulled off something almost unthinkable today: a 44% click-through rate.

Alucid Team

Jun 241 min read

The Hidden Power of TPM: Centralized IT Contract Management Made Simple

Utilizing a single platform to manage multiple maintenance contracts is a transformative approach to IT management, and Third-Party Maintenance providers offer the tools to make this a reality.

Alucid Team

Jun 191 min read