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UPS vs Surge Protectors

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:August 8, 2011

Many people know the value of a good surge protector. Its easy to see the benefits of being protected from random power surges and possible lightning damage. A mid- to high end surge protector can even protect your cable television, phone, and network! So what is the difference between a surge protector and a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)? Do you need one? If you have 2 or more PCs on a network, YES. If you have work that would be irreparably damaged if interrupted by a power outage, YES. If your business depends on access to your computer, YES. According to Wikipedia, "An uninterruptible power supply,…

Hiring an I.T. technician…what to look for…

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published: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…

Why Social Media?

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:July 29, 2011

So whats the big deal? Do you really need to be a part of this "phenomenon"? Is it worth investing in? The answer to both those questions is a resounding YES. Maintaining a social media presence can be invaluable for your business. Not only does it put your business where your customers are, but it gives them a direct conduit to interact with you. It also gives you a direct line to market to and interact with current and future clients. It puts your business in front of literally thousands of faces that would otherwise most likely never hear of you. Some…

Tablets… the new PC?

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:July 26, 2011

Unless you've literally been under a rock these last couple years, you know that the iPad is the hottest selling computing device on the market. Ultra portable touch screen thats super easy to use, crazy long battery life, and tons of cool and useful apps in the App Store. Its easy to see how the iPad has created the frenzy it has. It is also easy to predict the next phase... competition. Apple has a well established reputation for creating products that inspire fierce loyalty from its users. The iPad is near perfect, and the iPad 2 is even closer. It's going…

…the Lion sleeps no more!

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:July 25, 2011

MAC OS X Lion has arrived! The much ballyhooed upgrade to Snow Leopard has hit the Apple app store. So far the reviews are very favorable. The new features are welcomed by the majority of Apple crowd with much enthusiasm. There is some contention that Lion has "borrowed" too many items from its "little brother" iOS. Below are a few features that look like they were pulled straight from iOS: Multi-touch Gestures - so far this seems to be a love/hate situation with the majority of Mac users. Some call it counter intuitive while others praise its ease of use.…

Summer Storms… are you ready?

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published: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…

Windows 8.. Are you ready for it?

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:July 19, 2011

[image via windows8news.com] 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…

Geek Easy Becomes CompTIA Authorized Service Center

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:June 23, 2011

For Immediate Release:

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Geek Easy Computers Earns CompTIA A+ Authorized Service Center Status from Computing Technology Industry Association

Kalamazoo, Michigan, May 19^th 2011 – Geek Easy Computers has been recognized by the leading trade association for the world’s information technology (IT) industry for their commitment to quality service and professionalism.

The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) has designated Geek Easy Computers as a CompTIA A+ Authorized Service Center™. CompTIA A+ is part of the certification track for corporations such as Microsoft, HP and Cisco. Other technology companies, including Dell, Intel, Lenovo and Ricoh, have made CompTIA A+ certification mandatory for their service technicians. The U.S. Department of Defense recognizes CompTIA A+ and the Department of Homeland Security requires it as part of their computer forensics program.

“Designation as a CompTIA A+ Authorized Service Center is validation that a computer service center has achieved the technology industry’s highest recognized level of competence,” said Richard Rysiewicz, Senior Dir., Services, at CompTIA. “It is a strong sign that the professionals of Geek Easy Computers take pride in their work and are committed to advancing the quality of their operations and service.” (more…)

Mac Viruses and Malware

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:June 7, 2011

Mac Defender and variants of the latest Mac malware

Normally news of major Internet virus threats is exclusive to Windows, but not anymore. Word of the Mac Defender variants has spread faster than the malware itself, and it’s sparking bits of controversy on the web. From debates about the security of Mac OS as a whole, the need for antivirus software on Macs, and Apple’s response to Mac Defender, there’s probably been more written on the subject in the past few weeks than anyone would care to read.

But given that Apple computers are probably the most common manufacturer of PCs we repair, we thought it might be nice to summarize what’s being said on the subject.

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Some Like it Hot (But Not Computers!)

Post author:Geek Easy
Post published:May 24, 2011

Summer is just around the corner, and it’s going to start heating up in western Michigan. People will be pulling out the box fans and window air conditioners, charging up the car AC and trying to stay cool all over Kalamazoo. But while you’re spending time trying to beat the heat, don’t forget about your computer! (more…)