3 Top Reasons for Onsite Computer Repair
No one wants to experience computer problems. Whether it’s used for personal or business use, your computer is likely indispensable. Essenti
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- Jun 24, 2019
- 3 min
Why is My Brand New Laptop So Slow?
Your old computer is beginning to slow down. So, you invest in a shiny new laptop. The clouds part and the sun shines down on this bright an
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- May 13, 2019
- 2 min
Loving your External Hard Drive
External hard drives free up storage, offer portability, and provide a lifeline in case of computer disaster. It pays to take good care of these compact, convenient devices. Here are some helpful strategies. 1. Don’t knock the drive. Depending on the type of drive you have, impact could damage it. The hard drive’s mechanical drives work a little like a record player. Envision a spinning platter and a needle reading it. Note, you don’t have to worry about this with a Solid Sta
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- May 2, 2019
- 3 min
What Happens to Your Data When You Die?
Death is a morbid topic most of us try to avoid. Making a will and saying we prefer cremation is the extent of our advance planning.
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- Apr 11, 2019
- 3 min
What is the Best Way to Backup?
That will never happen to me.” We get through our lives telling ourselves the worst won’t happen to us.
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- Apr 11, 2019
- 2 min
OK Google, How Safe Are You Really?
Are you prompting Siri, Google, or Alexa? When you talk a home assistant, you join a growing number of smart homes.
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- Mar 27, 2019
- 3 min
Repairing Your Computer Quicker for Less
Have you started to notice your computer's niggles, flaws, and problems growing more severe and more frequent over recent months? These issues can irritate you daily, stop you from doing critical tasks, and even put your data in danger. It may be time to book in your computer for a brief service check or repair to get back on track. When booking your PC in for a service, you can help your technician get straight to the root of the problem. A few simple notes is all it take
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- Mar 14, 2019
- 2 min
Don't Fall Victim to Webcam Blackmail
Many users have reported recent scam messages from individuals claiming to have intercepted their username and password.
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- Feb 21, 2019
- 3 min
SSD: Make Your Old Computer Your New Computer
The solid-state drive (SSD) has swiftly become the go-to upgrade to breathe new life into an ageing computer, and for good reason too. An SSD swiftly brings an old laptop or desktop up to date with modern machines in just a single step. The price of solid-state memory has fallen dramatically in recent years. As costs have dropped, the popularity of the technology has increased exponentially. At one time an SSD was a rare treat for serious PC enthusiasts, now it's cheaper an
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- Feb 7, 2019
- 3 min
Keeping Tabs On Children's App Purchases
Children today have grown up surrounded by technology their entire lives. Since before they are old enough to read they can pick up a tablet or smartphone and swipe at apps and games with ease. Modern kids have an intuitive understanding and ability with technology that older generations can barely imagine. The abundance of technology, however, comes with a price. Easy access to any marketplace can be a double-edged sword. The convenience and ease of use is a boost to tho
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- Jan 9, 2019
- 2 min
Revive Your Slow Computer with an Easy Bottleneck Blitz
SSD's Can Give Aging Computers A New Lease on Life. The new era of hard drives is here with Solid State Drives – and they have no moving par
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- Dec 19, 2018
- 3 min
Are Registry Cleaners a Good Idea?
You have likely been alerted by popups while browsing the web. These, often flashing, advertisements claim your computer has more than a tho
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- Nov 22, 2018
- 3 min
More Than A Virus, Common Malware to Watch Out For
The term "virus" is often used to describe many different types of infection a computer might have. Virus, when used as a blanket term, can
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- Sep 27, 2018
- 3 min
5 Ways to Extend Your Phone’s Battery
Today’s phones can help us do more than ever before. In addition to making phone calls, we use them to send messages, post photos on our fav
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- Sep 26, 2018
- 3 min
How to Tell if You've Gotten Hacked
Being hacked is the single biggest fear of most computer users. Many believe the first sign of strange behavior or errors on their PC is a s
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- Sep 20, 2018
- 3 min
Is Your Laptop Running Hot and Loud?
Laptop computers commonly heat up a little in normal operation. Electronic components, including large capacity batteries,...
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- Sep 5, 2018
- 3 min
Should You Repair, Upgrade, or Replace Your Computer?
Like many valuable things we buy, new computers suffer from wear and tear over time. Our computers are particularly vulnerable as we have pl
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- Aug 16, 2018
- 3 min
Can Private Browsing Protect You Online?
Maintaining your privacy while using the internet has become more challenging over the years.
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- Jul 26, 2018
- 3 min
What’s That Weird Noise Coming from Your Computer?
New computers are whisper quiet, seeming to run on pure magic, but after a while computers can start making some pretty weird noises. Clicks
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- Jul 12, 2018
- 3 min
5 Tech Travel Tips You Can Use
Travelling soon? For most people, this also means making sure your tech is packed and ready for the adventure. Smartphones, ebook readers, t
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