How many times have I heard, "this website is loading so slow."I wish I had the perfect answer for this question, but the variable is it might not be the website. It could be the Internet access provider that you have, is experiencing an issue in your area causing a bottleneck type condition that can…
Microsoft has released it's final release of the real-time protection for your home PC that guards against viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. With a super easy install, very user' friendly interface, and the best part of all, it's 100% FREE! That's right, FREE!The new interface is very easy to use, when the icon is green,…
Everyone loves the social aspect of networking sites like Facebook.But be aware, a new security hole has been discovered with cross-site scripting vulnerabilities involving Facebook applications.The new security flaw is a type that might be used to distribute Trojan horse malware or launch various, similar hacking attacks.Now various Internet security experts have…
Over the weekend, I helped a friend out who had one of those catastrophic system failures, and he thought he had lost everything.Being one of the many users who has no backup solution whatsoever, he was very thankful for the Windows Complete PC Backup and Restore utility built into the Windows Vista Ultimate operating system he…
To many computer users, it may seem like computer errors occur randomly and without any reason. While it is true that they usually occur without any prior warning, there are usually signs that something is not right. So, there is usually a logical reason behind most computer errors. This reason can vary depending upon the…
Every day thousands of computer users' lose power, and have no preventative solution in place to protect them. Power spikes, surges, and outages can cause major problems on your network if you are not protecting the infrastructure from such a problem. Not only is physical damage to your equipment at stake, but you also run…
Boy has it been hot!A client just bought their first laptop, and I have been worried about them not understanding how easy it is for one to overheat. Part of the problem is a lack of air flow: Cool air is pulled in through the sides or at the bottom of the machine and it is then pushed out the back.If…
I know how easy it is for me to fall prey to " Hey, Tech Experts can you take a look at my computer?" Being a tech, you long to show the world how good you are, but be careful. A simple hardware problem can look like an infection, and a serious infection can appear to be…
There are many serious misconceptions about fragmentation which, if believed, can lead to significant computer damage. Debunking these myths could save your system or network.Fragmentation is one of the most serious problems that plague computers around the globe. It accounts for billions in lost revenue and production. It is also one of the leading…