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Buying a Computer: First Timers
September 21, 2011
Buying a computer for the first time can be an intimidating process especially if you don’t really know what you need. The biggest mistake you can make is shopping for a computer by price alone. Obviously, unless you are independently wealthy, cost is definitely going to figure into the choice. But choosing a PC solely based on price practically guarantees that you ultimately will be dissatisfied with the system. The following steps are a good guide to choosing a new computer. Read the rest of this entry »
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The “Cloud”…What is it?
September 12, 2011
Cloud computing is the delivery of computing as a service rather than a product, whereby shared resources, software and information are provided to computers and other devices as a utility(like the electricity grid) over a network (typically the Internet). – Wikipedia
Cloud computing is the “hot new thing” on the Internet. Everybody is talking about it. Trouble is, everyone has their own definition of what it is! Read the rest of this entry »
Upgrades 101: Fans vs Water Cooling…
September 2, 2011
There’s a bit of a debate going on right now in the “upgrade world” as to which is better: multiple fans or water cooling?
Well the answer is… it depends. It depends on what type of system you have and what you mostly use it for. It also depends on how much room you have inside your case.
Upgrades 101: RAM…the what and why…
August 30, 2011
RAM. Yeah so what? You know your computer has it. Do you know what it is?
Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of computer data storage. RAM is the place in a computer where the operating system, application programs, and data in current use are kept so that they can be quickly reached by the computer’s processor. Read the rest of this entry »
Another one bites the dust… HP?
August 24, 2011
Another of the mighty have fallen. Hewlett-Packard (HP – the worlds largest personal computer maker), coinciding with their Touch Pad disaster, is selling off their PC division after decades of making computers for the consumer and business markets.
“Hewlett-Packard… on Thursday confirmed that it is considering selling its personal computer business, along with announcements of an end to its tablet computer and smartphone products.” – English.news.cn
So what does this mean to you as a consumer and user of HP PC products. It may mean nothing, depending on what happens to the PC division. It could mean a nightmare for trying to get tech support, repair, or parts from HP as they transition through this process. One thing is for sure, HP as we know it and have loved it for years will cease to exist in its current state. As history has shown us, these major changes with companies like Hewlett-Packard rarely translate to “good times” for consumers.
Regardless of the path HPs future takes, we at Geek Easy want you to know we will continue to support HP PCs with tech service and repair. Until the changeover process is completed, we recommend holding off on any purchases or service requests from HP as your transaction could be held up in the mire of red tape that typically accompanies this type of move.
Geek Easy will always be your point of reliable support. You can always source us for any of your PC or Mac needs!
For more information, click here –> http://geek-easy.com/contact-us/
420 N. Church St. STE 1
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269)548-TECH (8324)
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Computer Shopping 101
August 12, 2011
Its the time of year when a lot of people start shopping for a new computer. Be it for themselves, a student, or even a parent/grandparent, there are some basic things that you should know before starting the selection process.
Shop Locally! You may find a cheaper price at some online wholesale or auction site, but BUYER BEWARE!! The phrase “you get what you pay for” is definitely true here! Also, if you buy local, your support is local. Meaning you wont have to be on the phone with some out-sourced call center, located who knows where, trying to get your problem solved. You get real people from your community, never more than a call or short drive away!
Buy from knowledgeable sellers! Ask questions! Do they give you direct answers? Or are they vague and non-committal? Do they service what they sell? What certifications do they have?
What services do they offer? How long is their warranty? Do they do onsite, or do you have to lug your PC back to them?
The point of these questions is to ensure that you will be supported in your investment. When you purchase a computer, you are also purchasing a relationship with the place you purchased it from. That relationship can be cold and impersonal if you buy from a big box store like Best Buy, or online. Or it can be personal and individualized to your specific needs and performed by someone that knows who you are when you walk into the store. That’s what we offer at Geek Easy Computers. Not only are our computers competitively priced but our computer support and customer service are top notch. You are more than just another sale to us!
For more information, click here –> http://geek-easy.com/contact-us/
420 N. Church St. STE 1
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269)548-TECH (8324)
info@geek-easy.com
To Defrag… that is the question?
August 10, 2011
Mention the word “Defrag” to the average person, and they look at you with this blank stare of incomprehension. Or you get that sideways look because they think you might be saying something inappropriate in some new “slang”.
Defrag is short for defragmentation, which is a process that reduces fragmentation, which in everyday speak means you’re data is all over the place on the hard drive. With your data scattered, it takes longer for your computer to retrieve it, meaning longer boot times, apps open slower, more chance of data being corrupted.
Geek Easy offers a computer optimization “Tune-up” service which includes defragging your PC. It also includes streamlining your start-up/boot process, we optimize the operating system, customized for each individual PC, we clean the registry and remove unneeded/unnecessary entries and much more!
Let us bring that old, slow computer back to life!
For more information, click here –> http://geek-easy.com/contact-us/
420 N. Church St. STE 1
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269)548-TECH (8324)
info@geek-easy.com
Hiring an I.T. technician…what to look for…
August 2, 2011
Uh oh. Your sever just crashed. You need access to your files ASAP. You need a tech onsite now! You Google “pc repair”, but they all look alike. How do you choose? What do you look for?
Below are important points that an I.T. technician/shop should have:
- Be a registered business.
- Be insured.
- Realistic pricing.
- Industry accepted ACCREDITATIONS (CompTia, A+, Microsoft, etc.)
- Good Reviews (Google, BBB, Chamber of Commerce)
- Online presence actively engaged with followers.
- Responsive customer service.
- Professional appearance.
We at Geek Easy are proud to say we meet and exceed all of the above points. We treat each job with the professionalism and attention it deserves. Let us handle your repair needs and show you what separates us from those other “geeks”!
For more information, click here –> http://geek-easy.com/contact-us/
420 N. Church St. STE 1
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269)548-TECH (8324)
info@geek-easy.com
Summer Storms… are you ready?
July 20, 2011
The Summer Storm season is here! Is your computer ready for it? We at Geek Easy know that its not something that is on every computer owners mind, but it is definitely worth taking the time to protect your investment!
Below are some tips to help protect your computer:
Protect yourself with a surge protector. Cheap power strips don’t cut it. Surge protectors and battery backups should be checked or replaced every few years to make sure they are still providing adequate protection.
If you know that a storm is coming, unplug your hardware, laptops, printers and other electronic devices from all power sources. More computers and other electronics are damaged during storm season due to power surges through modem and data lines — so be sure to also disconnect your DSL or Internet cable cord from the computer.
If your hardware is on the ground of your home or office, be sure to lift them from the floor to protect them from flood damage.
Finally, be sure to back up your data frequently. This way your chance of forever losing important files is greatly lessened.
So keep your eyes to the skies and stay tuned for more info you should know!
Windows 8.. Are you ready for it?
July 19, 2011
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Everybody seems to be buzzing about Windows 8 (those that arent talking about Google+ that is). Microsoft seems to be pretty confident and agressive about this upgrade. They arent hiding behind code names or playing the usual mis-information games. The feature list so far is impressive.
What a lot of users are wondering is if this will be the consolidating upgrade. Meaning the one that finally kills off XP, Vista, and even Windows 7. The boys at Redmond have promised that Windows 8 will be hardware backward compatible. Most likely if your PC can run Windows Vista or 7, you should be fine with 8.
Minimum requirements are likey be:
- 1GHz CPU
- 1GB RAM (for 32-bit systems) or 2GB RAM (for 64-bit systems)
- 16 GB hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)
- DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver
The rumored appearance date is sometime 3rd – 4th quarter 2012. Manufacturers should get it sometime around April 2012. So look for retail PCs to come pre-loaded with Windows 8 this Christmas.
So what do you think? Is it too soon for Windows 8? Have you even upgraded to 7 yet? We know there are still many XP users out there. Will you upgrade to Windows 8? We want to hear your feedback!