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5 Common Computer Myths Debunked

TIPS & TRICKSBy varelaNovember 19, 2019Leave a comment

Common urban myths would have us believe alligators live in sewers or people put razor blades in kids’ candy. Common misconceptions about computers are just as persistent. Here are several IT myths debunked for your benefit. #1 A slow-running computer has a virus A virus can be to blame. Spyware or other malware can also

“Computer Slow?” – Is it your Computer or your Internet Connection?

Business Tip, TIPS & TRICKSBy varelaNovember 6, 2019Leave a comment

“My Computer is Slow!” – I hear this often but the real question is whether it is your computer or your internet connection that is slow. You may feel your computer is moving at a snail’s pace, as it seemed like only yesterday that is was running nice and satisfied your needs. But since so

Do Macs Get Viruses and Malware?

Business Tip, Security, TIPS & TRICKSBy varelaJuly 24, 2019Leave a comment

Most Apple Mac owners believe their computers are immune to viruses and malware. Even Apple has run advertising campaigns promising that its computers “don’t get viruses”. Those who have owned a Mac for years, decades even, are particularly prone to believing that it indeed the case – after all, nothing has happened to them yet!

The ”You Have Been Watching Porn” Email Scam

Business Tip, Security, TIPS & TRICKSBy varelaJuly 22, 2019Leave a comment

A number of our clients have received an email claiming that they have been hacked and that the hackers has video taped them watching porn. To stop the hacker distributing the so called video to all their friends they demand a ransom payment. The email and its variants have been around for a while but

Is There A Safe Way to Use The Cloud?

Business Tip, TIPS & TRICKSBy varelaMarch 18, 2019Leave a comment

Everyone seems to have been talking about “the cloud” for at least the past few years. With more and more businesses moving to the cloud and taking advantage of the huge benefits that it offers there are still others are still hesitant due to a few factors. Some want to fully understand what the cloud

Don’t Fall Victim to the Webcam Blackmail Scam

TIPS & TRICKSBy varelaMarch 12, 2019Leave a comment

Many of our clients have reported recent messages from individuals claiming to have intercepted their username and password. These emails often state they have been watching and recording your screen activity and webcam. Typically, attackers threaten to share the video to your contacts, colleagues and social media channels. They demand payment in Bitcoin to keep

Keeping Tabs On Children’s App Purchases

Apple News, AT&T News, TIPS & TRICKSBy varelaFebruary 23, 2019Leave a comment

Children today have grown up surrounded by technology their entire lives. Since before they are old enough to read they can pick up a tablet or smartphone and swipe at apps and games with ease. Modern kids have an intuitive understanding and ability with technology that older generations can barely imagine. The abundance of technology,

Windows 7 support is ending January 2020

Business Tip, TIPS & TRICKSBy varelaFebruary 20, 2019Leave a comment

According to reports, as of October 2018, 40% of the computers in use today run Windows 7. While it seems they are the best loved operating system when it comes to Windows right now, all good things must come to an end. That includes Windows 7, well sort of. Microsoft has announced that as of

Speed Up Your Old Computer with a New and Fast SSD

TIPS & TRICKSBy varelaFebruary 12, 2019Leave a comment

The easiest way to think of a solid-state drive (SSD) is as a super quick hard drive (HDD). Thus swapping your current HDD for a quick SSD is a simple and effective upgrade to breath new life into your computer or laptop. The price of SSD’s have fallen dramatically in recent years and as costs

Using Office 365 to Organize Your Work Day

Business Tip, TIPS & TRICKSBy varelaJanuary 13, 2019Leave a comment

Most of us can admit that we have lost track of time during the workday on occasion. Sometimes time can get away from you, particularly when you’re busy. Often you can be running late before you know it and wondering where the day has gone. Find out how using Office 365 to organize your work

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