When it comes to protecting your computer from viruses and harmful programs, you have lots of options. While you could spend hundreds of dollars on pricey anti-virus and anti-malware programs, there’s also plenty of free software that claims to work just as well. But what’s the deal with these free programs? Are they safe for your computer? Do…
EVOLUTION OF THE DESKTOP OS
The earliest computers (desktop), such as the Colossus and the ENIAC, had to be programmed by physically manipulating the machines’ switches and cables. Then, in the 1950s, computers developed the ability to run programs and input data inscribed onto punched cards or tape; there were also computers that had built-in programs that could support or interact…
Should you shut down your computer every night? What is sleep mode?
One of the most common questions a new computer owner will ask is “Should I shut down my computer every night?” The simple answer is no. Or, not necessarily. Or, it depends. In the early days of home computers, we used to shut down our machines at least nightly, and during the day if it…
5 Signs to Upgrade Your Computer
Technology moves at the speed of light. It is outdated before you even buy it. The methodology of technology is never still, it continues to evolve faster than it can be produced. It is a natural progression that computers fall behind the current wave of technology. The signs and symptoms of outdated technology are often…
What Is The GDPR? An Expert Overview
On May 25, 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) takes effect across the European Union. This regulation aims to strengthen data privacy and data protection for individuals within the EU. The GDPR will immediately impact how companies can collect, store, and process data pertaining to users. Here, we’ll examine the GDPR, how it will affect US…
ARE HACKERS USING YOUR PC TO MINE BITCOIN?
Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Monero are so popular because they’re secure and potentially worth thousands of dollars. But investors and consumers aren’t the only ones interested in them. Hackers are using malicious tactics to steal cryptocurrency, and they’re doing it with something called cryptojacking. Hijacked hardware Cryptojacking secretly uses your computer to calculate complex mathematical…
THE 8 MOST USEFUL WINDOWS SHORTCUTS
Keyboard shortcuts for Windows have been making people’s lives easier since Microsoft introduced the world to Windows 3.1. Their latest version, Windows 10, comes with plenty of new built-in keyboard shortcuts, plus all the old favorites. Techies and contractors who offer business or home computer services usually know a lot of these shortcuts, because they do a lot of…
Why is My Computer Overheating?
A common issue that many computers suffer from is overheating. As mobile computers are getting slimmer, there is less room for cooling fans or even just air to circulate. With desktop computers, more powerful processors and huge video cards are generating more heat inside the cases. In this article we will explain just why your…
Remote Maintenance Makes Technology Management So Much Easier
“The good old days” usually refer to times long past, where things were more simple. Businesses a few decades ago didn’t have much complex technology in their office, but nowadays organizations have multiple server units and plenty of workstations–all of which need more maintenance than ever before. What’s the best way for your organization to…
Most Businesses Won’t Survive a Disaster. Could Yours?
With the crazy weather we’re seeing, natural disasters on the rise and cyber terrorism echoing for years, it’s not a case of ‘if’ a disaster will strike your business, but ‘when’. Surprisingly, it’s not the scope and scale of the event that influences how deeply your business is impacted, it’s your business continuity plan. Put simply, this…
