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Guide To Computer Security
By :
Russell Card
Since you're reading this article, you're already connected to the Internet. You've probably already thought about security on your computer or network. Every day seems to bring new threats and it can seem pretty daunting, but the key thing is to have a common sense approach and to take a few basic precautions.
There are lots of great tools available to help and you don't have to break the bank to get them. Here are some areas to take a look at:
BACKUPS
Securing your...
Removing Viruses From Your Computer
By :
George Royal
One of the biggest threats that computer users are facing today is the probability of a virus invasion. It is possible that your own PC might have been infected with a virus that you have downloaded unknowingly from the internet, or copied from other removable storage Medias like floppies or compact discs. While some viruses are capable of doing extensive damage to your system, some may be completely harmless but simply annoying. Whatever the problem is, it’s always best to t...
How to prepare surfaces for Asset Tags and Asset Label Tags on Computers & IT equipment
By :
Stuart Stephens
A quick guide to surface preparation and application of asset label tags and asset labels so that they have an optimum bond and won't let you down.
Avast Antivirus Home Edition
By :
Danny Wirken
Prior to trying the Avast 4.6 Home Edition, I was very much a Norton user. I knew there were a lot of free antivirus software out there but I wanted to be on the safe side and use something tried and true. However, with the increase of spyware and virus attacks, my computer was not always spared and there were times I couldn’t figure out what was wrong with it. That’s when I thought that it was time to try something new – and free.
Installation is very easy. Just download ...
Computer Virus And Internet Worms Explained
By :
Jordi Shoman
Is your computer sluggish? It won't open programs and you can't get into anything? Well, maybe you have a sick computer. Just as people get ill from viruses, so do computers. When this happens, you need to have a computer technician look at the computer to re-format and get rid of the virus. If you know something about computers, you might be able to do this yourself.
What is a Virus?
A virus is a parasitic program written to intentionally enter a computer without the u...
Several Common Ways That Viruses Spread
By :
Jordi Shoman
In addition to the common methods of spreading through email attachments, boot infections and program infectors, there are other ways by which viruses spread to your computer. These include:
Infection by Disk(Floppy, Zip, CD's, Tapes, etc.)
Floppy disks, though not as commonly used as in the past, are still a very common way viruses being spread from machine to machine. Anyone with an infected machine, using a floppy disk to copy and save files, can also copy and transf...
Some Computer Viruses In History
By :
Jordi Shoman
Computer viruses generally trick hosts or other types of computers into reproducing copies of the invading organism. They spread from computer to computer through electronic bulletin boards, telecommunication systems and shared floppy disks. Viruses are created by human programmers, for fun or malice, but once they begin to spread they take on a life of their own, creating disruption, dismay and paranoia in their wake.
If the virus is found in any of the PC's that PC shoul...
Make Your Computer Immune To Viruses
By :
Willie Reynolds
The applications of the Internet continue to expand every day. Big businesses and small businesses, home businesses and other types are beginning to become dependent on their web connections in order to stay afloat and profitable in the competitive world. One glitch in the system in the form of a computer viruses can end up costing any type of business incredible amounts of money in downtime, repairs, and lost opportunities.
As individuals also begin to use the Internet mo...
Do Computer Repair Classes Make Sense For You?
By :
Joe Duchesne
There is a lot to know if you plan on repairing computers for a living. Even if you simply plan on moonlighting with a computer repair business, the amount of information you are expected to know can be daunting. Computer repair classes may make sense for you if you have both time and some money to invest in some training.
The first thing you'll want to determine is what kind of training you will need. Do you need advanced training or are you looking for simple techniques?...
Finding A Computer Repair Shop You Can Trust
By :
Joe Duchesne
Your have a computer repair that needs to get done right away. You are ready to take it anywhere. Question is, where should you take it? Does it really matter where you take it? I would suggest that it does. Here are some things you may have not considered before.
What kind of turn around time do they have? Some computer repair shops will take two to three weeks to return your computer to you. Are you ready to be without your computer for that long? If not, shop around. Th...
Is The Computer Repair Business Dead?
By :
Joe Duchesne
Computer repairs are being done by computer novices at a higher rate than ever before. More and more people do their own computer repairs. Whether it is installing a hard drive or installing an operating system. Is the computer repair business dead?
The computer industry is evolving. It is always changing. In fact, if there is one thing that is sure in the computer repair industry it's that change is going to happen. Companies like Microsoft have gone out of their way to m...
Is A Computer Repair Franchise Right For You?
By :
Joe Duchesne
Starting a computer repair business is not for everyone. Starting one from scratch is even less appealing to most people. One way to dramatically reduce the potential for business failure is to buy into a computer repair franchise. There are some real positives to doing this but there are also at least a couple of negatives.
First the positive. A good franchise opportunity will offer you lots of training and support. There is a saying that says that you don't know what yo...
Questions To Ask A Computer Repair School Before You Put Down Your Money
By :
Joe Duchesne
Most people realize that getting good training from a computer repair school for a task is a smart thing to do. Choosing a computer repair school that gives you bad training on the other hand can lead to much frustration. Avoiding a negative experience comes down to asking the right questions.
How long have you been in business? This is the first question to ask. You don't want to be a guinea pig for a school. If this is the first or second year of operating for them, keep...
Starting Your Own Computer Repair Business
By :
Joe Duchesne
You have a passion for working on a computer and you like fixing computer problems. Time to open your own computer repair business right? Well... Make sure you have good answers for the following questions.
How badly do you want it? Starting a business is not for the faint of heart. You'll work lots of hours for lots of months before you'll be making a good living. You'll also have to go out and make lots of sales calls and endure some less than nice people in the process....
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