One of the aspects of owning a computer is upgrading. Whether it’s a desktop or a laptop, if you plan on using it longer than a couple of years, upgrading it is in your future. Technology and software advances make it almost a certainty. The question we typically hear from our clients is “What do I upgrade?” In this post we hope to make that decision a bit clearer and easier.
'Tis the season for online shopping and travel! With excitement and distractions aplenty, it's easy to get caught unawares by an online scam or hacker. It is also a time for increased sharing on social media. That increased information sharing also makes us more vulnerable to online threats and expensive identity thefts. Below are steps you can take to ensure your personal information stays safe and secure. ONLINE - Limit Your Personal Information Online: Review the security settings of your online profiles and limit access to people not on your friends list (or them too!). The more specific information you…
What is a refurbished computer? A refurbished computer is one that was previously in use, usually by a business or corporation, that has been reconditioned to be like "new". There is a false perception that refurbished computers are just used and out-of-date computers. While it is true that refurbished units tend not to be the latest technology, they are typically no more than one or two generations older and very capable of running today’s applications! What is a ‘factory refurbished’ computer? This is a little different than just a refurbished computer. Companies like Apple, Dell, HP, etc. may sell factory…
These days it seems like everyone wants a laptop. While the laptop is indeed the most popular form of computer, there is still a definite market for desktop computers.One of the more popular types of desktop computer is called the all-In-one desktop or AIO computer. In this post, we will discuss the pros & cons of buying an AIO computer. What is an AIO Computer? All-In-one computers, also known as all-in-one desktops, are designed to combine the computer case and system components into the monitor so that the entire PC is contained all in one unit. Why Would I Want…
What’s better, wireless or wired, when it comes to internet connections? Most people would instinctively say “WiFi”. Wireless does have many advantages, and in today’s connected culture it’s fairly ubiquitous. But is it truly better? Let’s find out!
Welcome to the first installment of the 2019 edition of our “User Questions - Tech Answers”. In our ongoing mission to help make your technology easier, we like to provide you with tools and knowledge to make your computer interaction more “user friendly.” This edition will showcase some of the most popular questions asked us, and also include some new things that we haven’t covered yet. Q. Why don’t you guys fix smartphones or tablets? Aren’t they all computers? A. Short answer, no. Back when Geek Easy Computers first came into existence, it was decided that we would focus on…
Hard drives fail all the time. It’s just a fact. That’s why we, at Geek Easy Computers, stress having a recent & reliable backup is so important. But what happens when your hard drive fails and you don’t have a backup? Usually your only option is data recovery, if possible.
At Geek Easy Computers, we see too many clients with failed or failing hard drives with no backup system in place! It’s a tragedy because data recovery is not guaranteed and can be expensive when it does work. Today there is really no excuse for not having some type of regular backup in place. Especially with the availability and ease of use of cloud storage. With this post, we hope to show you why you should be using the cloud.
You’ve finally got high speed WiFi installed in your home! So you run down to the rec room to watch your favorite Netflix binge show while you work out! But no! The video is stuttering and keeps dropping signal! What’s going on?
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Backing up your data regularly is the easiest way to protect your data from loss. Backing up your data on a MacBook, iMac, or MacBook Pro is even easier as it is built into the operating system. In this post, we will tell you how to do that!
