Protecting Your Data: Understanding the Risks Before disposing of, selling, or gifting a computer, it’s crucial to ensure your data is permanently erased. Deleting files or even reformatting the hard drive doesn’t actually remove the data—it only marks the space as available for reuse. Tools can still recover these files unless the data is […]
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10 Important Changes You Must Know to Use Windows 10
Do you know about the changes that have come since the upgrade to windows 10? There are actually ten very important changes you must know to use windows 10. Keep in mind the start menu is back, universal windows apps now run in windows and while tablet mode is available it is optional. To […]
Best Ways to Protect Against Computer Viruses
Some ways to lessen the risk of a virus is to make sure you use your user accounts not administrator accounts for daily activities. Make sure you use the highest user account control settings. Use antivirus with web protection. Java should be updated daily and allow automatic updates that you can confirm installation. As […]
TeamViewer Hacked, Uninstall NOW! Bank Accounts Drained!
The popular application TeamViewer has been compromised. Hackers have found an exploit that allows them to gain access remotely to your computer and log into your banking and paypal accounts to withdraw money. Tune in to the video to learn more. Key Takeaways: Hackers have been remotely accessing the computers of users who have […]
Windows EMET: How it Can Protect Your Computer
With the Windows EMET (Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit) program you can protect your computer from “exploits” in addition to other anti-virus software, especially if your computer has older versions of programs that are vulnerable to these exploits. The program handles and mitigates malicious exploits that can exist in common and essential programs and files […]
Google Chrome Will Soon Block Flash
Google Chrome is going to start favoring HTML5 to Flash on websites. THis means that websites that can use either HTML5 or Flash Chrome will automatically use HTML5 to show the content instead of Flash. It also will not show unnecessary flash content; for example, content that runs in the background. Switching from Flash […]
2015 Forecast: increased computer virus activity. Are you prepared?
In 2015 we should expect to see more computer viruses attacking our computers in various ways. To prevent computer viruses from attacking your computer, Mike says you should install HitmanPro. Alert with Cryptoguard because it lacks the weaknesses of other security programs. If you need help installing it bring it to Mike’s computer repair […]
Drive Cannot Read Discs in Windows 8
If you are having problems with your CD or DVD drive not reading discs that you put in, then this video will help you trouble shoot any problems that you have been having. The visual walk-though will give you step by step instructions on how to get your drive working properly. Key Takeaways: When […]
Windows 10 Anniversary Update: Major Changes
Windows 10 is updating including improvements in security using Windows Defender. Windows Hello will allow you to login to websites with your face being recognized. Business Networks protection separating business and personal information will be happening. Windows Ink will allow you to use handwriting to interact with apps including Microsoft Office. Some scheduling updates […]
Reducing Heat Inside the Computer to Prevent Overheating
Are you having issues with your computer overheating? This video will help you tips on how to keep the inside of your computer clean. It will walk you through the most common causes of overheating and how to fix them. The visual walk-through gives you step by step instructions on how to resolve any […]
