Sep 16, 2018 | Advice
Why Do People Create Viruses? You’d be right in thinking it’s hard to program a computer virus that can spread across the world in a flash – we’re talking days of constant desk-jockey nerd-work. So why do they bother? Well, it generally comes down to 3...
Apr 17, 2018 | Advice
Well, it depends – mostly on who you’re asking! A department store salesman will always recommend a new one, but when you get down to the nitty gritty with a trained technician, you’ll often discover you have more (and cheaper) options than you thought. Start by...
Jun 3, 2015 | Advice
Below is a list of 10 common phone scams with advice on how to avoid them and how to report suspicious calls or text messages. Windows scam This is a highly-reported scam where the caller says they are calling from Windows and tells you that you have a virus on your...
Jun 3, 2015 | Advice
NOTE – Dont forgot to click the confirmation link in the TPS registration confirmation email. Join TPS (Telephone preference service), the free service enables you to opt out of unsolicited sales or marketing calls CLICK HERE TO JOIN TPS What is TPS? The...
Jun 2, 2015 | Advice
If someone claiming to be from Microsoft tech support calls you: Do not purchase any software or services. Ask if there is a fee or subscription associated with the “service.” If there is, hang up. Never give control of your computer to a third party...
May 4, 2013 | Advice
Computer Virus – A program or piece of code that is loaded onto your computer without your knowledge and runs against your wishes. Viruses can also replicate themselves. Malware – Short for malicious software, software designed specifically to damage or...
