Cryptolocker

6/23/2015 9:42 am

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Stop the CryptoLocker Virus from infecting your PC. It's not very often that I am concerned about a virus or malware that is out there, however, having seen the damage that can be done, We are now offering a prevention utility that will help to stop cryptolocker from encrypting your data. . .

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Popped Caps

11/14/2015 7:00 am

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Bad capacitors can cause random hardware issues. Popped WHAT?? If popped caps makes you think of popped collars, the thing to keep in mind is that while popped capacitors are bad, they're not as bad as popped collars. What capacitors do: PC's use what are known as electrolytic capacitors, and are typically a. . .

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Browser Shortcuts

6/23/2015 10:29 am

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A list of keyboard shortcuts for most web browsers, like Chrome, Firefox, and Internet Explorer. With these and other Shortcut keys, HOLD the first key down, and TAP the second key shown, Once. WARNING - HOLDING THE SECOND KEY DOWN FOR MORE THAN ABOUT 2 SECONDS CAUSES IT TO 'FIRE' RAPIDLY. THIS MAY CAUSE THE ACTION YOU'RE TRYING. . .

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How to handle Malware

6/24/2015 12:35 am

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A general guide to removing most malware and viruses. There are 2 Main Methods of attacking the attackers: The first and obvious choice will be discussed at length, Cleaning the system of its infected programs and related files,preserving the data and configuration as much as possible (sometimes additional steps are required, such as. . .

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Troubleshooting a slow system

6/24/2015 9:12 pm

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A troubleshooting guide for when your computer seems slow. Why is my system slow? System slowness can be attributed to a number of different factors, so you should consider where the computer is slow. Is it slow immediately after turning the system? (POST issues) Is it slow in between the time that. . .

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TCP/IP (Internet) Basics:

6/24/2015 9:19 pm

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Some basics of IP networking, including important info about cable modems. The IP (or internet) protocol is essential to internet working properly. Without all the proper settings, your connection will fail. Each computer connection requires the following components: a working Network card, commonly referred to as a NIC (network interface card) connected via Ethernet . . .

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Create a System Recovery Disc

8/27/2015 5:50 am

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How to create a System Recovery Disc or USB Recovery Flash Drive. This tech tip shows how to create a system recovery disc from your computer. This works with Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 and 8.1, and 10. Follow these specific step-by-step instructions on how to do this. Note: You must make the disc for. . .

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