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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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There are a lot of changes to Windows and new applications, including some you might not know about. Here are some updates we’ve discovered.
Microsoft operating system head Terry Myerson says the Start menu is back at Windows. The Windows 8.1 Start menu is full of Live Tiles, along with the ability to find and install Microsoft’s universal Windows applications. The universal Windows apps scale across PCs, tablets, and phones, and the apps are able to run inside Windows on the traditional Windows desktop.
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This is the season for spring cleaning. While you’re sprucing up your house and reorganizing that garage, don’t forget about the computer in your life.
“Considering how often the average American uses their desktop computer or laptop and the costs involved with owning one, it’s a little surprising that most people neglect to keep it clean,” says Michael Young, a Colleyville computer repair expert and the owner of Computer CPR.
Do you love technology? We do at Computer CPR. Since we just celebrated Valentines Day, let’s observe how technology loves us back by making aspects of our love lives much, much easier.
Love is in the air…and on the Internet. Laptops, phones and other devices are being used to benefit relationships on a daily basis. Once tricky tasks like deciding whether or not to give that edgy new restaurant a try with your spouse or how to obtain a potential mate’s contact info are no longer so tough. Here are a few big reasons why technology is simplyfying our love lives:
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It’s one of life’s greatest mysteries – why do laptop batteries fizzle out so fast? We at Computer CPR understand the frustration associated with a fast dwindling battery, and would like to offer up some insight on the subject.
Don’t be deceived by the difference in appearance; Macs and PCs are powered by the same breed of battery.
“Lithium-based batteries are used for all sorts of configurations, and the guidelines to prolonging battery life are essentially the same for Macs and PCs,” says Michael Young, a computer repair expert in Colleyville and owner of Computer CPR.
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December is the time of year to treat family and friends, but don’t forget about the computer in your life! Be sure to give your computer a little love, too, because proper maintenance is key to a long-lasting and well-functioning machine.
We at Computer CPR, a locally owned and trusted source of computer repair in Colleyville, are discussing five bad computer habits that will put you on our naughty list this season.
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Determining what sort of computer to purchase may not rank in importance with who to marry or what to name your child, but that doesn’t mean this decision isn’t a big one. Computers are quite the investment- so be sure to make a wise choice.
We at Computer CPR, a trusted provider of computer support and network administration in the Colleyville area, are offering some valuable advice to our customers. Prior to the big purchase, ask yourself and the sales associate a few key questions.
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