Author: David McFarlene

David McFarlene is the founder and driving force behind CNiC Solutions, bringing more than two decades of hands-on experience in IT support, cybersecurity, and network infrastructure. Known for his calm, solutions-first approach, David built CNiC Solutions to give Houston organizations a dependable technology partner that delivers real results—not excuses. His background spans both enterprise-level systems and small business environments, allowing him to design practical, scalable solutions for any setting. David leads with integrity, deep technical expertise, and a passion for making technology simple, secure, and reliable for every client.

Hardware as a Service (HaaS) Explained for Business

What Hardware as a Service (HaaS) is, how it works, how it compares to buying and leasing, its benefits and trade-offs, and when it fits your business.

How Much Do Managed IT Services Cost? Pricing Models Explained

Managed IT services typically cost $100 to $250 per user monthly. Compare every pricing model, cost factors, hidden fees, and how to get an accurate quote.

Email Migration to Microsoft 365: What to Expect

What to expect from an Office 365 migration: the methods (cutover, staged, hybrid, IMAP, PST), the phases, realistic timelines, and how to avoid downtime.

Fully Managed vs Co-Managed IT: Which Model Fits Your Business?

Fully managed vs co-managed IT: one gives you a whole outsourced IT department, the other backs up your existing team. See which model fits your business.

Data Retention Policy: What It Is and How to Create One

What a data retention policy is, why your business needs one, the legal retention periods that apply, and a clear step-by-step way to create your own.

Cloud Repatriation: When Moving Workloads Back From the Cloud Makes Sense

Cloud repatriation is rising fast, but full exits are rare. Here’s when moving workloads back from the cloud is worth it, and when it isn’t.

Cloud Cost Optimization Strategies: Proven Techniques to Reduce Cloud Costs

Eight proven cloud cost optimization strategies to cut cloud spend without hurting performance: rightsizing, commitments, autoscaling, FinOps, and more.

Cloud Computing for Business: The Complete Guide

A practical guide to cloud computing for business: service models, costs, security, migration steps, and how to choose the right setup for your company.

Cat6 vs. Cat6a: Which Ethernet Cable Does Your Office Need?

Cat6 vs Cat6a for the office: 10GbE distance, bandwidth, shielding, PoE, and cost compared, plus which cable to run for a network that lasts a decade.

Best IT Support Companies in the US

The best IT support companies in the US, ranked by the business each fits best: dedicated managed IT partners, global enterprise firms, and 24/7 help desks.