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Protecting Your Computer from Hackers and Viruses

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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Secrets to Windows 8.1 Update 1, new apps, and Internet Explorer 11

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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Love & the Internet: How Technology Loves Us Back

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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5 Bad Computer Habits That Will Put You on the Naughty List

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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Apple Support Experts Talk New Features of iOS7

Gone forever are the gradients and the traditional, bubbly Apple ringtone. The bright fluorescent hues and new features of iOS7 have changed the digital landscape of the iPhone, iPad and iTouch forever. The Fort Worth computer support professionals at Computer CPR discuss a few of the simplified features iOS7 supplies.

We understand that change can be a tough pill to swallow, especially since Apple’s features have, for the most part, remained stagnant since its introduction of iOS in 2007. But sometimes, change is a good thing. Here’s a few changes we think are big upgrades from iOS6.

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College Kids, Take Notice! Three Easy Ways to Maximize MacBooks in Time for School

A laptop is an essential tool for the busy college student. Sadly, all computers (even Macs) begin to slow the more they are put to use. With collegians prepping to return to school to tackle lengthy essays, presentations and research papers, Computer CPR’s computer service professionals are sharing four simple ways to ensure MacBooks last long after the end of the semester – no pricey upgrades or gadgets required.

Get updated. Those pop-ups announcing the latest available upgrades may seem like an annoyance, but Mac owners should take notice. Taking the time to implement new programs through Software Update will accelerate operating speeds and bolster the computer’s defense against viruses.

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Four Simple Ways to Speed up Your PC

Few things are more infuriating than waiting 10 minutes for a PC to start-up. Or, being forced to sit idle as the page containing that information you need takes an absurd amount of time to load. The professional information technology consultants at Computer CPR understand the frustration and are eager to be of assistance. By simply following a few guidelines, PC owners can easily jolt their computers back to life and enjoy fast operating speeds once again.

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