Monday, December 1, 2008

5 Computer Tech Notes

Turn it Off, Turn it Back On:
Nine times out of ten, rebooting your computer, and any equipment that connects to it, will solve the problem."

We're like Santa:
We know if you've been bad or good. Fessing up to what really happened right before the system crashed is going to save time, and were going to figure it out anyway.

Virus Protection:
Make sure you have current antivirus and anti-spyware protection, and set it to update a least once a day and run a full-system scan at least once a week.

Public Wi-Fi:
Remember public wi-fi is PUBLIC. If you don't have a compelling reason to check your e-mail or bank account while sipping a latte at the mall, don't do it. While you're on a public network, even one that's encrypted, a nearby hacker can capture your passwords.

No:
No you can't use your cell phone to pop popcorn. Next time an Internet rumor drops into your inbox, don't just pass it on, check it out a http://www.snopes.com/ first.

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