What You Should Know About Computer Repair
What You Should Know About Computer Repair
One of the most common repair issues for all computer owners is the one of viruses. If you have had any experience with these things at all you know how insidious- and crafty- they can be. It is highly recommended that all computers new and old have some type of virus protection installed on them. If you have experienced a virus you also know that even the best software protection can be vulnerable to the "next generation" of virus. It seems inevitable.
What should be done if you discover a virus on your computer? Well the answer to that question will certainly vary every time according to who is being asked. Be that as it may, there are certain actions that should be taken no matter what the solution ends up to be. Here is a short list of "must do" actions to take if your computer has a virus:
• Trouble-shoot the computer thoroughly until the virus is located and identified.
• Be sure to remove all viruses to include spyware, root kits and malware.
• Repair any issues with the operating system to include blue screens, boot issues and software failure.
• Tweak and modify the system to your desired specifications.
• Perform any critical updates for your system.
• Test the system for appropriate functionality.
• Calculate the cost for repairs needed to provide a complete solution.
• Back up your data (ALWAYS).
If you find yourself needing to complete these steps and are not trained or experienced with all of the steps above, it is highly recommended that you seek the services of a professional.
What is included in backing up your data, you may ask? Here is the short list which includes securing an external hard drive to hook up to your system:
• Transfer all data to a new computer or other appropriate media.
• Configure online data backup system (requires subscription).
• Install and configure hard drive to your system.
• Create a back up schedule.
• Do the initial back up.
Be very careful of the emails that you open from people you do not know. There are websites that do not practice site security and they are not safe either. By being mindful of the places you go on the information highway and making sure you install your backups, your experience on the internet can be safe.
What should be done if you discover a virus on your computer? Well the answer to that question will certainly vary every time according to who is being asked. Be that as it may, there are certain actions that should be taken no matter what the solution ends up to be. Here is a short list of "must do" actions to take if your computer has a virus:
• Trouble-shoot the computer thoroughly until the virus is located and identified.
• Be sure to remove all viruses to include spyware, root kits and malware.
• Repair any issues with the operating system to include blue screens, boot issues and software failure.
• Tweak and modify the system to your desired specifications.
• Perform any critical updates for your system.
• Test the system for appropriate functionality.
• Calculate the cost for repairs needed to provide a complete solution.
• Back up your data (ALWAYS).
If you find yourself needing to complete these steps and are not trained or experienced with all of the steps above, it is highly recommended that you seek the services of a professional.
What is included in backing up your data, you may ask? Here is the short list which includes securing an external hard drive to hook up to your system:
• Transfer all data to a new computer or other appropriate media.
• Configure online data backup system (requires subscription).
• Install and configure hard drive to your system.
• Create a back up schedule.
• Do the initial back up.
Be very careful of the emails that you open from people you do not know. There are websites that do not practice site security and they are not safe either. By being mindful of the places you go on the information highway and making sure you install your backups, your experience on the internet can be safe.
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