--- title: Computer Specialists, Repair & Technology Blog | DSR | Dan Hogan description: is the President and CEO of DSR, Inc. Since joining the DSR team in 2000, Dan has helped to distinguish DSR as a unique option for purchasing and supporting computer technology equipment in Maryland and the surrounding midatlantic region. He is passionate about making exceptional quality equipment available at affordable prices. --- [![DSR Computer Technology Specialist Logo](https://www.dsr-inc.com/hs-fs/file-256108778-gif/images/logo.gif?width=300&name=logo.gif "DSR Computer Technology Specialist Logo")](https://www.dsr-inc.com) [![Request A Quote Now](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/301206/bc46fe45-9f35-4a70-a619-9bbe8763f2f6.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/301206/bc46fe45-9f35-4a70-a619-9bbe8763f2f6) # The Official DSR Blog - Computer Technology, Networking and Repair ![The Official DSR Blog](https://www.dsr-inc.com/hs-fs/file-646870432-jpg/img/hero/blog.jpg?width=1400&name=blog.jpg "The Official DSR Blog") ## Dan Hogan is the President and CEO of DSR, Inc. Since joining the DSR team in 2000, Dan has helped to distinguish DSR as a unique option for purchasing and supporting computer technology equipment in Maryland and the surrounding midatlantic region. He is passionate about making exceptional quality equipment available at affordable prices. Find me on: ### Recent Posts [![](https://www.dsr-inc.com/hs-fs/file-686064205-jpg/blog-files/small-business-computer-repair.jpg) ](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/5-reasons-to-buy-from-a-value-added-reseller) ## [5 Reasons to Buy your IT Equipment from a Value Added Reseller](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/5-reasons-to-buy-from-a-value-added-reseller) By [Dan Hogan](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/author/dan-hogan) When buying computer equipment for your business, you have many choices. Buying direct from manufacturers, purchasing through an e-tailer, or leasing equipment are all tempting options. But have you considered a local value added reseller for your business IT needs? Engaging a local reseller could be the best decision you make for your business. Here are five reasons why: [Read More](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/5-reasons-to-buy-from-a-value-added-reseller) Topics: [Computer Repair](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/computer-repair), [Business IT](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/business-it) ## [The Windows XP End of Life Countdown is Ticking… Are You Ready?](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/windows-xp-end-of-life-countdown) By [Dan Hogan](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/author/dan-hogan) [tminus t="01-04-2014 00:00:00" id="xp-countdown" style="carbonlite"/] [Read More](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/windows-xp-end-of-life-countdown) Topics: [Windows XP End-Of-Life](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/windows-xp-end-of-life), [Business IT](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/business-it), [PC Refresh](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/pc-refresh) [![](https://www.dsr-inc.com/hs-fs/file-677771529-jpg/blog-files/ladycomputer.jpg) ](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/pc-refresh-project-plan) ## [Do You Have A PC Refresh Project Plan?](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/pc-refresh-project-plan) By [Dan Hogan](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/author/dan-hogan) If your organization is looking to upgrade its existing PCs, it is important to have a PC Refresh project plan in place. Without a well-organized strategy, it can be difficult to get the up-to-date IT solutions your organization needs in a timely and cost-effective manner. [Read More](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/pc-refresh-project-plan) Topics: [Business IT](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/business-it), [Ultrabooks](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/ultrabooks), [Productivity](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/productivity) [![](https://www.dsr-inc.com/hs-fs/file-677771474-jpg/blog-files/ms_aer-e1374084440774.jpg) ](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/microsoft-authorized-education-reseller-maryland) ## [DSR-Inc: Your #1 Microsoft Authorized Education Reseller in Maryland](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/microsoft-authorized-education-reseller-maryland) By [Dan Hogan](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/author/dan-hogan) DSR-Inc. is proud to announce that it has renewed its Microsoft Authorized Education Reseller (AER) status. Our latest re-certification solidifies our commitment to schools in the Maryland, DC, and Virginia area, and allows us to continue the best in computer technology service and solutions for education. [Read More](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/microsoft-authorized-education-reseller-maryland) Topics: [Press Release](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/press-release), [Computers in the Classroom](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/computers-in-the-classroom) [![](https://www.dsr-inc.com/hs-fs/file-677771354-jpg/blog-files/best-tablet-for-business-use-150x150.jpg) ](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/best-tablet-for-business-use) ## [What Is The Best Tablet For Business Use?](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/best-tablet-for-business-use) By [Dan Hogan](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/author/dan-hogan) Looking for the best tablet for business use? Not sure which models or brands are right for the workplace? [Read More](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/best-tablet-for-business-use) Topics: [Business IT](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/business-it), [Ultrabooks](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/ultrabooks), [Productivity](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/productivity) ## [Should I Upgrade From Windows XP to Windows 7?](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/should-i-upgrade-from-windows-xp-to-windows-7) By [Dan Hogan](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/author/dan-hogan) Wondering whether you should upgrade from Windows XP to Windows 7? [Read More](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/should-i-upgrade-from-windows-xp-to-windows-7) Topics: [Business IT](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/business-it), [Productivity](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/productivity) ## [Top Tech News Stories For May 2013](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/tech-news-may-2013) By [Dan Hogan](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/author/dan-hogan) At DSR-Inc, we like to keep our customers informed of the latest & most important trends in business computer technology. [Read More](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/tech-news-may-2013) Topics: [Business IT](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/business-it), [Productivity](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/productivity) ## [Find a Computer Technician in Baltimore, MD: 5 Essential Questions To Getting The Perfect Computer Service](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/computer-technician-baltimore-md) By [Dan Hogan](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/author/dan-hogan) Wondering how to choose a computer technician in Baltimore, MD you can rely on? [Read More](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/computer-technician-baltimore-md) Topics: [Consumer Technology](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/consumer-technology), [Computer Repair](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/computer-repair) ## [DSR-Inc: Leading MEEC Vendors in Maryland](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/meec-vendors-maryland) By [Dan Hogan](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/author/dan-hogan) Attending the MEEC 2013 conference? Looking to meet MEEC vendors in Maryland who can provide the right enterprise-level solutions for your organization? [Read More](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/meec-vendors-maryland) Topics: [Business IT](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/business-it), [Computers in the Classroom](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/topic/computers-in-the-classroom) ## [How to Get Secure Office Network Installation](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/office-network-maryland-baltimore-annapolis) By [Dan Hogan](https://www.dsr-inc.com/blog/author/dan-hogan) ## Maryland | Baltimore | Annapolis | Columbia | Glen Burnie If you are debating whether to set up an office network in Maryland areas like Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia, or Glen Burnie, then read on. I will explain why you need to, and what you need to consider getting office network installation. 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