2011 – Page 2 – Geek Easy Computers – Computer Repair in Kalamazoo

Buying a Computer: First Timers

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published: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. (more…)

The “Cloud”…What is it?

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published: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! (more…)

Upgrades 101: Fans vs Water Cooling…

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published: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.

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Upgrades 101: RAM…the what and why…

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published: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. (more…)

Another one bites the dust… HP?

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published: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…

Tell Us!

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:August 22, 2011

We're going to change things up a little bit today. Instead of us choosing a topic to post on, we are putting the ball in your court! What kind of topics, information, even videos would you like to see on the blog? We built the blog for you, our readers. We want to provide engaging content that keeps you interested. The best way to do that is for you to let us know what you want. So TELL US! Either comment here on the blog or , click here –> https://geek-easy.com/contact-us/ and send us an email, or you can even call us!…

Mac vs Windows?

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:August 18, 2011

There was a time when there was a definite line, or difference between Macs and PCs. The software was different, the way they operated was different, and frankly, the user base was different. Not so much now... Although there are still plenty of differences, the two Operating Systems are alike enough now to duplicate each others user experience. Macs users used to claim that Mac OS was the "easiest to use, most user friendly...", while Windows (PC) users claimed that they had "freedom of choice" and the largest software library. For awhile, argument could be made for all of those…

Malware… the true story!

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:August 15, 2011

According to Wikipedia, "Malware, short for malicious software, consists of programming (code, scripts, active content, and other software) designed to disrupt or deny operation, gather information that leads to loss of privacy or exploitation, gain unauthorized access to system resources, and other abusive behavior.[1] The expression is a general term used by computer professionals to mean a variety of forms of hostile, intrusive, or annoying software or program code." Basically what all that means is this: Malware is a piece of software written by someone with the intent of causing mischief to others. The level of "mischief" varies from harmless, but…

Computer Shopping 101

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published: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…

To Defrag… that is the question?

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published: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…