People ask us every day about which laptops to buy, especially after having received poor advice by salespeople at big box stores. They follow the advice, buy a laptop, and then… oops, it’s not performing like they hoped.
Guess what? Your data’s best friend is a complete, up-to-date backup. Seriously, even when you don’t think you need it, having one can be a lifesaver. So, our friendly advice is: start backing up more often! And here’s a pro tip: before you dive into any repairs or system upgrades, hit that backup button. Think of it as your digital safety net.
Are you tired of waiting forever for your Windows computer to boot up? There are plenty of ways you can fix slow boot times on a Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer, but one of the simplest things you can do only takes a few minutes of your time.
In today’s digital world, it’s crucial to stay safe online. Even if you have the best anti-malware software, your computer can still be at risk. In this newsletter, we’ll dive into how malware can sneak past those security programs and infect your PC. Plus, we’ll give you some practical tips to beef up your online security.
Ever wonder why your computer slows down to a crawl? Well, there’s a bunch of reasons behind that sluggishness. From sneaky viruses and spyware to software updates that do more harm than good, and even pesky hardware glitches – they all gang up on your poor machine.
Don’t become complacent with your email security: it’s a prime way cybercriminals can hack your accounts. Falling for even one phishing link already puts you at risk of fraud. To help you combat email attacks, here are five critical security mistakes you could be committing by accident.
Last week, we published an article on the benefits of Microsoft OneDrive – how it can be used to store your files in the cloud and sync them across multiple devices. However, thinking of it as a backup can take you down a dangerous path.
If you’re a Windows user, you have a powerful storage package right at your fingertips. OneDrive is a file storage and sharing application that lets you save your documents, images, and other files online; and access them at any time on a device you want. All you need to access its storage features is a Microsoft account.
Microsoft recently pulled the plug on Windows 8 and 8.1 support. It still works but will not receive any security updates. If you are still using it, please upgrade to Windows 10!
Out of all the software on your computer, how many programs do you actually use regularly? Most people keep a fair amount of unnecessary software installed on their systems. While some of these apps are just outdated, others are Windows bloatware, malicious software, or junk you can remove from your computer.
