1. Do Not Be Intimidated Or Fooled By Scare Tactics They come in all forms and shapes. I will give you some examples below, but generally let me say that you should never install anti-virus or anti-spyware or anti-malware software from untrusted sources. My personal recommendation for Windows users is this malware protection software combination: Read more about 7 Tips To Prevent Malware On Your Computer[…]

If your work involves sitting a lot and using a computer, here are some tips to help you sit correctly. Support your back You can reduce your risk of back pain by adjusting your chair so your lower back is properly supported. A correctly adjusted chair will reduce the strain on your back. Get one Read more about Avoid Aches & Pains Using the Computer[…]

Here’s a monthly PC maintenance checklist that you can use as a guideline to maintaining your computer and keeping it happy. Perform a Full-System Antivirus Scan Double-check that your antivirus program is up-to-date with the latest virus definitions and perform a full-system scan to verify that your system is still clear of any Trojans, viruses, Read more about Monthly PC Maintenance Checklist[…]

It’s official, folks: Windows 10 will be a free upgrade for existing Windows users—as long as you claim it quickly. Microsoft operating system chief Terry Myerson announced that current users of Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows Phone 8.1 will be able to upgrade to the new operating system for free as long as they Read more about Free Upgrade to Windows 10[…]

We all get used to the size of the desktop icons on our screen, so when they suddenly change size it becomes an irritation to our eyes. Desktop icons can suddenly become too big or small if something’s been accidentally pressed or if the screen resolution has been changed. Luckily, they can be changed back Read more about How To Change The Size Of Desktop Icons[…]

Users on Lenovo’s forums have discovered that the Chinese company has been preloading some consumer PC models with a software called Superfish Visual Discovery. In short, the software tracks your searches and browsing habits (even on secure sites) and uses this information to place additional advertisements on the sites you visit. It’s unclear what models Read more about Is Your Lenovo Infected With Superfish Adware?[…]

We spend more of our lives online these days: online banking, social networking, shopping – all of which require passwords to keep our accounts and information safe. It’s absolutely vital to choose good, powerful, passwords that aren’t easy to guess to keep our details safe and secure. While it’s unlikely that you’ll be directly targeted, Read more about Choosing A Password. Stronger Is Safer[…]

The world of computers is filled with technical terms and it’s easy to get lost if you’re not that technical. To be honest, the majority of these terms sound much more complicated than they are, and the average person can become quite fluent in this jargon in next to no time. So, if you’re feeling Read more about PC Jargon Buster, A – Z Index[…]

Real malware is generally designed not to be noticed. The people who write these programs don’t want you to clean them off your computer. But if you know what to look for, you can recognize a symptom that might be caused by malware. Here are some symptoms that could suggest foul play. Sudden poor performance. Read more about Does Your PC Have Malware?[…]