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A reader survey conducted in 2012 by PCWorld revealed that Apple and Lenovo computers have been the best in terms of performance and customer satisfaction; however, the computers offered by these two industry leaders are completely different. Apple computers come with Macintosh OSX, while most of the options offered by Lenovo are bundled with Microsoft
Using a PC optimization software tool is an effective way to remove unneeded data from the hard drive and improve Windows performance. Download a free version of such a software from a reputable site or purchase a pro version and run the application to delete old data. Files and other system data that must be
Are you tired of a slow computer? Instead of hauling your computer to a PC repair store every time it seems to be running slowly, follow these steps from Michael Young, owner of Computer CPR.
Reboot your computer. It sounds too good to be true, but rebooting your computer can actually solve a lot of problems. If Windows is running slowly, rather than open task manager and try to determine what program is using too much space, simply reboot and Windows will start fresh.
While computer technology is becoming less expensive all the time, we still don’t want to shell out our hard earned dollars often for a new computer. So are you taking all the steps necessary to avoid having to pay for computer repair or for a new machine altogether?
“We regularly change the oil in your car to keep it running properly,” says Michael Young, computer support expert and owner of Computer CPR.
Think about how many times you use your credit card online. Whether it’s for paying bills or making a purchase at your favorite retailer, there’s no question that your credit card info is out there. Most websites do an incredible job keeping their consumers safe from thieves. However, there’s always the possibility of getting that call from the bank explaining that they have frozen your card due to fraudulent activity. The problem may be solved, but not after the cyber criminal went on a shopping spree.
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KELLER, TX-Your student has the latest laptop just in time for their first research paper. But how can you ensure that they’re enjoying optimal system performance while also staying protected?
Michael Young, owner of Computer CPR, has some suggestions.
“The first thing you need to be sure of is that your student has a reliable antivirus program loaded on their laptop,” he says. “If you don’t want to purchase one right off the bat, there are plenty of free trials available that work great.”
KELLER, TX-We’re all victims of it. We power on our tablets, smartphones and laptops with no intent of taking the time to download the latest update.
But then we see that little icon perched in the system tray, nagging us until we open it.
You may wonder, “Why do I have to do this now? I don’t have time to restart my computer just so a trivial update can download.”
As we put more and more of our information online, identity thieves have taken advantage. Consider the following numbers most often used in identity theft, as reported in a recent business article by ABC and originally written in Credit.com.
Phone Numbers-Listing your phone number on public websites may be necessary in certain cases. Some companies use the number to identify you, making it a prime target for identity thieves.
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Following the 12th annual survey of cybercrime trends, officials announced some distressing news. Online attackers are outsmarting everyone. And they’re doing so at an alarming rate.
The survey, which polled 500 executives of U.S. businesses, law enforcement services and government agencies, acknowledged that 75 percent went through a security breach in the past year.
Experts believe that companies need to approach cybersecurity in a completely different way, suggesting more than just antivirus software.
In the technology world, few things are more excruciating than getting a virus and computer crashes. Southlake network administration and computer repair company, Computer CPR, offers certified data recovery services. We also encourage our clients to be proactive and take steps toward stopping hackers. That’s why we are sharing six steps to avoid spyware and other bad codes.
Install a Firewall: A firewall will protect your computer from hackers who try to gain access to passwords and sensitive information. Some operating systems offer a firewall built into the computer, but individual software can be purchased for your computer.
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