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year 2005, the most common pc problems todayThe way it was.
When we started out PC repair business,
in 1994, there seemed to be 2 common problems.
Fixing the hardware was a matter of swapping and testing the replacement
part to check the problem was solved. Fairly quick and easy. Welcome to 2005.Now in 2005, the internet is pervasive and you can get it nearly anywhere. Children sit for hours at night doing their homework on the family (or their own) computer. Work often goes late into the night. During their homework they will usually be chatting with friends all over the world. They may also be sharing their latest CD too. Unknown to them, their friends may be sharing more than a few tracks with them. Their 'friends' may be sharing their latest virus, program (maybe a malicious program) and a few RATs or Trojans. Hidden intent in those 'free' software programs.Some of the latest software will have had an agreement, unread, that said the software may contain parts that will monitor internet usage and promote 'special offers'. The special offers, may load new programs onto their computer, in the background. Or may purport to give them 'free' software to remove viruses and spyware, where-as the opposite may be true. That it's actually installing spy-ware and viruses for it's own evil intent. Spy ware, Ad ware, Trojans, RATs and Viruses.
Computer service work in 2005 is different.
The recurring theme is the removal of viruses, spyware, trojans,
adware, keyloggers, interactive toolbars. Repairing or re-installing the software can take from few hours to a full days work to get it right (if possible). It involves replacing Antivirus and firewall software. Installing program updates. Who agreed to this?The family member who agreed to the software installation are 'smart', fast with a PC and quick to accept their 'friends' recommendations of the free software's benefits. Or they believe the screen pop-up that said 'you've got viruses and these spyware problems', here's some free software to solve the problem. Unfortunately, their parents, are the one's who pay the repair bill. And the parents are often not conversant with the computer's use. Recommendations (keeping the pc clean).We make recommendations to the parents, (the children if they're home), and the PC is back in operation again for the homework, chatting and probably the file sharing and downloading. It's a recurring theme, unfortunately. It may all happen so quickly, and the children meant no harm. If a pop-up came up they may think they're helping Mum and Dad but taking the on screen advice. Only later is it obvious that it was not a good decision. Getting Genuine Informed Help.There are sites offering help for the whole family. Sites link www.netalert.net.au and www.cybersmartkids.com.au are government sponsored to help families with the new-age cyber world. Stay out of trouble.While we're doing our repair work we use and recommend NOD32 Antivirus for smooth trouble-free computing, Outpost Pro Firewall to protect your system and information, Visit our product page for more info. When you're using this computer, think for a moment, how you would continue tomorrow if the PC was stolen or trashed overnight. Backup is the one thing that will help. Pixel ITT use and recommend Dantz Retrospect for incremental backups. Visit our product page for info. Is it time for a service call?
We can help with fast and professional and computer and network repairs and upgrades. We can also do a full service on your PC or network to ensure it operates smoothly and trouble-free. We have been servicing and upgrading computers in Southern Sydney for 10 years. You can use our services many ways:
Checkout our products for the latest software and hardware we can supply and install. Call me on 9529 6600 for an initial discussion or to arrange a free evaluation of your computer and telecommunication requirements.
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