Windows Tag

28 Apr

Posted at 08:13h in Browser, Security, Business, Computer, Computer Reapirer, Computers, hardware, Maintenance, Security

Maintaining your computer is essential to keep it running smoothly and efficiently. Neglecting to maintain your computer can lead to slow performance, security vulnerabilities, and even complete system failure.Here, we will discuss some tips for maintaining your computer to ensure that it runs smoothly and stays secure. Keep your computer clean.One of the easiest ways to maintain your computer is to keep it clean. Dust and debris can build up inside your computer and cause it to overheat. This can lead to hardware damage and a decrease in performance. To prevent...

28 Apr

Posted at 06:57h in Browser, Security, Computer, Internet, Maintenance, Malware, Windows

Elder fraud refers to any fraudulent activity or scam that targets older adults or senior citizens, with the intent of deceiving or exploiting them for financial gain. Elder fraud can take many forms, including telemarketing scams, investment fraud, identity theft, healthcare fraud, and more. Some common types of elder fraud include: The Grandparent Scam. The scammer pretends to be the victim's child or grandchild, claiming to be in trouble and in urgent need of money. Sweepstakes and Lottery Scam.The scammer informs the victim that they have won a large sum of money...

18 May

Posted at 08:45h in Windows

Windows 7 support is coming to an end. Released in July 2009, replacing Windows Vista, Windows 7 grew to be the most popular version of Windows ever. When Windows 8 was release, many people decided to stick with Windows 7, because 8 was too much of a change. Windows 8 dropped the ‘start button’ which caused outcry in the tech world. Does this mean your Windows 7 computer or laptop is useless? No. It just means that you will no longer get updates, security fixes or tech support after the January 14th....

18 May

Posted at 08:45h in Windows

Computers are forever making our lives easier. In every version of Windows there are new shortcuts or features that most people are unaware of. Heres some Windows tips for you to try out. Snap The Window.Whilst holding the Windows key, press on one of the arrow keys. This will snap your active window to the edge of the screen. Password protect files. Download a program called 7-Zip. You will be able to select the files you would like to have password protected and compress them into one file. You will also have...

18 May

Posted at 08:45h in Ransomware

Ransomware has recently been in the spotlight as a result of the ‘WannaCry’ attack which shut down large companies around the world. Ransomware is the term used when a computer virus locks a users files rendering them useless without the required encryption key to unlock the files affected. How it works. Prior to the WannaCry threat, ransomware was largely dependent on human interaction. Some well known methods the spread ransomware included the use of E-Mails such as the ‘Federal Police speed camera fine’, ‘Origin & AGL outstanding account’, or the ‘Australia Post...

18 May

Posted at 08:45h in Security

In May 2017 the world was shocked by a technical attack that shut down major businesses around the world. High Profile examples include The National Health Service (UK), FedEx & Telefonica (Spain) and in Australia our chocolate manufacturing was halted when Cadbury was struck down. Not so sympathetic reactions were recorded however when the Victorian Speed Camera Network was shut down. What made the WannaCry ransomware threat so vulgar and dangerous is its ability to self-procreate and spread without the input from a human user. In the past, Ransomware largely depended...