Computer equipment maintenance is very necessary to have your computer equipment work efficiently, have it run smoothly. There are a several ways of doing computer maintenance but there are some other ways that are missed. Here is the complete checklist to make the computer maintenance at its fullest.
The things that should be kept in mind are tasks that include backing up, setting up firewalls, keeping computer healthy, resolving power issues, putting a stop to spying, and keeping away from trouble.
Backing Up: Any document that you create on an external drive should be kept safe with backups using other external drives such as USB. However, you should also provide backup for important data or any files saved in your computer hard disk. In case you have to reinstall, also keep backups on computer programs to avoid downloading these programs again and waste a lot of your time. The frequency of providing backups depends on how often you make changes to your documents. Software drivers and operating system disks should be kept in safe place that is moisture-free and easily accessed.
Setting Up Firewalls:
Firewalls are responsible in keeping your computer away from programs that would enable others to access your computer. Hence, it is termed as the “locked gate” for computer hard drive. This can be set up with the use of internet security software such as Norton and others.
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Friday, April 24, 2009
Checklist for Computer Maintenance
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Keeping Your Computer Healthy: The best way of keeping your computer healthy is to install a good antivirus software. Often, aside from firewall, this also comes with when availing Internet Security software. The antivirus program scans the files stored in your hard disk and even other external disks and email to detect if they are infected with viruses or worms. This way, you can decide whether to open the file or email message or not because it will give you an alert message and sound. Of course, only nuts would open a virus-infected files or email messages. Update your computer regularly by activating the virus scanning. You can actually set the scanning automatically by setting Automatic Updates.
Power Issues: Electrical surges can damage your computer so it is always recommended to use an excellent power surge protector. In buying one, you should me cautious of surge protectors with MOV or metal oxide varistor because it damages any time. It might be cheap but you put your entire home in risk of fire.
Putting a Stop to Spying: Spyware programs are recommended to have installed in your computer to avoid other parties who are remotely monitoring your computer secretly. Spywares can be downloaded from different online sources; however, choose only the ones that are recommended by computer experts. If you don’t know one, you may try asking the good guys in computer equipment rental shops in your area.
Keeping Away from Trouble: You should also be cautious enough when downloading any data forms. Some have viruses, spywares and Trojan worms in them. Downloadable files from unconfirmed sources are potentially damaging so better keep away from them.
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Keeping Your Computer Healthy: The best way of keeping your computer healthy is to install a good antivirus software. Often, aside from firewall, this also comes with when availing Internet Security software. The antivirus program scans the files stored in your hard disk and even other external disks and email to detect if they are infected with viruses or worms. This way, you can decide whether to open the file or email message or not because it will give you an alert message and sound. Of course, only nuts would open a virus-infected files or email messages. Update your computer regularly by activating the virus scanning. You can actually set the scanning automatically by setting Automatic Updates.
Power Issues: Electrical surges can damage your computer so it is always recommended to use an excellent power surge protector. In buying one, you should me cautious of surge protectors with MOV or metal oxide varistor because it damages any time. It might be cheap but you put your entire home in risk of fire.
Putting a Stop to Spying: Spyware programs are recommended to have installed in your computer to avoid other parties who are remotely monitoring your computer secretly. Spywares can be downloaded from different online sources; however, choose only the ones that are recommended by computer experts. If you don’t know one, you may try asking the good guys in computer equipment rental shops in your area.
Keeping Away from Trouble: You should also be cautious enough when downloading any data forms. Some have viruses, spywares and Trojan worms in them. Downloadable files from unconfirmed sources are potentially damaging so better keep away from them.
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Pay a visit at TR Vidcom, the business and audio visual rental equipment division of TR Corporation; a diverse group of companies offering specialised solutions to commercial and government customers across the Asia Pacific.
Friday, April 10, 2009
Fixing the Computer from Viruses
Computer virus repair has varying difficulty depending on the kind of virus. If your computer is invaded by the most recent version that cannot be fixed by the available antivirus you have in your computer, the process would get even nastier.
Some computer viruses would even make you pissed off to hell. These viruses can make ruin the Windows Startup running by keeping your computer rebooting all over and over again. If this is the case, then restart your computer but run it in Safe Mode. Safe Mode is a protected Windows mode that allows your computer to boot up without utilizing or loading your computer drives. If you can’t boot into Safe Mode, then a computer expert you can find in any computer hubs such as computer equipment rentals.
Running your computer in Safe Mode allows you to troubleshoot your computer. You can run antivirus software and have everything gets fixed such as files being infected with virus.
The best way of not getting viruses into your computer is to prevent any activity that is virus-prone such as downloading any software or any form of data from unreliable sites. Also, avoid clicking on attachment files from spam emails because they contain different versions of virus and worms that could damage your computer.
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Some computer viruses would even make you pissed off to hell. These viruses can make ruin the Windows Startup running by keeping your computer rebooting all over and over again. If this is the case, then restart your computer but run it in Safe Mode. Safe Mode is a protected Windows mode that allows your computer to boot up without utilizing or loading your computer drives. If you can’t boot into Safe Mode, then a computer expert you can find in any computer hubs such as computer equipment rentals.
Running your computer in Safe Mode allows you to troubleshoot your computer. You can run antivirus software and have everything gets fixed such as files being infected with virus.
The best way of not getting viruses into your computer is to prevent any activity that is virus-prone such as downloading any software or any form of data from unreliable sites. Also, avoid clicking on attachment files from spam emails because they contain different versions of virus and worms that could damage your computer.
~oOo~
Visit TR Vidcom, the leading audio visual equipment rental hub based in Australia. The company offers specialised solutions and caters clients from commercial and government establishment across the Asia Pacific, recently working on its product and service availability to other countries of the world.
Windows XP Formatting
The usual way of fixing your computer from being damaged of virus is through formatting your hard drive, according staff I met in online PC rentals. Reformatting is the most proven effective way of getting rid of viruses and worms that have already crowded your computer and playing games with your software, making everything nonfunctional.
Memory reformatting is most likely the last option when your computer is damaged beyond the point of repair. Since computer damage is always possible to happen, it is recommended to have all your important saved in two or more backup memory such as flash drive (USB). Besides, this will keep your files safe when formatting your computer because the process will lose all of the data and other files stored.
Formatting completely cleans everything; it would leave not a single byte of your files stored before the process is done. Getting the files back with a reformatted hard drive is almost not possible. There may be chances if you hire a data recovery expert which is quite expensive. Providing backups for your files is the excellent way of saving not just your data and files, but also your pocket.
It is quite easy to format Window XP on a newer computer. All you need is just Windows disk and then, you are on your way of getting the formatting done.
Formatting your computer varies according to the brand of your computer. Sony, Compaq, and Dell have varying formatting procedures. That is why it is important that the manual of the computer you just bought must be kept in safety. Follow the instructions in the manual carefully and properly to avoid further damaging your computer.
Memory reformatting is most likely the last option when your computer is damaged beyond the point of repair. Since computer damage is always possible to happen, it is recommended to have all your important saved in two or more backup memory such as flash drive (USB). Besides, this will keep your files safe when formatting your computer because the process will lose all of the data and other files stored.
Formatting completely cleans everything; it would leave not a single byte of your files stored before the process is done. Getting the files back with a reformatted hard drive is almost not possible. There may be chances if you hire a data recovery expert which is quite expensive. Providing backups for your files is the excellent way of saving not just your data and files, but also your pocket.
It is quite easy to format Window XP on a newer computer. All you need is just Windows disk and then, you are on your way of getting the formatting done.
Formatting your computer varies according to the brand of your computer. Sony, Compaq, and Dell have varying formatting procedures. That is why it is important that the manual of the computer you just bought must be kept in safety. Follow the instructions in the manual carefully and properly to avoid further damaging your computer.
~oOo~
Visit TR Vidcom, the leading audio visual equipment rental hub based in Australia. The company offers specialised solutions and caters clients from commercial and government establishment across the Asia Pacific, recently working on its product and service availability to other countries of the world.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
How to Prevent Computer Shutdown Problems
Experiencing computer shutdown problems is really hurting. It is hurting that while on your way to finishing your email reply, your computer shuts down in all of a sudden. It is even more hurting if you are encoding the last sentence of your paper requirements for school or office, and then your computer monitor turns black without a warning.
They say that prevention is better than cure. With computer problems, this is also true. Here the ways of preventing your computer from experiencing shutdown problems.
(a) Hard Drive Defragment
(b) Windows Registry Cleaning
(c) Virus Scanning
(d) Deleting Unused Files
The above steps can be done at regular intervals; the frequency depends on how often you have enough time to perform them. The hard drive cleaner software such as Norton is proven good in cleaning your computer registry. This software also comes with antivirus, the infamous Norton Antivirus. However, there are also other excellent antivirus like BitFender AVG, Karspersky, and Webroot.
System Restore is the recommended remedy for shutdown problem when your PC is running with Windows XP operating system.
Another remedy for shutdown problem is running the System File Checker (SFC) command from your desktop Start Menu. Windows disk is required to complete the task. This command may help restore your computer in right condition by scanning and verifying all your Windows files.
Visit TR Vidcom, the leading audio visual equipment rental hub based in Australia. The company offers specialised solutions and caters clients from commercial and government establishment across the Asia Pacific, recently working on its product and service availability to other countries of the world.
They say that prevention is better than cure. With computer problems, this is also true. Here the ways of preventing your computer from experiencing shutdown problems.
(a) Hard Drive Defragment
(b) Windows Registry Cleaning
(c) Virus Scanning
(d) Deleting Unused Files
The above steps can be done at regular intervals; the frequency depends on how often you have enough time to perform them. The hard drive cleaner software such as Norton is proven good in cleaning your computer registry. This software also comes with antivirus, the infamous Norton Antivirus. However, there are also other excellent antivirus like BitFender AVG, Karspersky, and Webroot.
System Restore is the recommended remedy for shutdown problem when your PC is running with Windows XP operating system.
Another remedy for shutdown problem is running the System File Checker (SFC) command from your desktop Start Menu. Windows disk is required to complete the task. This command may help restore your computer in right condition by scanning and verifying all your Windows files.
~oOo~
Visit TR Vidcom, the leading audio visual equipment rental hub based in Australia. The company offers specialised solutions and caters clients from commercial and government establishment across the Asia Pacific, recently working on its product and service availability to other countries of the world.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
How to Cope with Data Loss of Your Computer
Losing the data stored in your computer hard drive is really painful. Such reality that there are some things that happen without warning is inevitable. The emotional and psychological havoc that the victim like can experience is even the harder reality you will be facing if in case data loss happens to your computer. You don’t even know what to do or how to do which. Well, due to the disaster that happens like this, it is normal that no one can think of audio visual services centers as the solution.
What if data loss happens in the computer unit that contains all the important and sensitive data about the company such as sales report and other related forms of information? Of course, IT managers and the owner of the business would panic and feel desperation because of the thought that the whole company might be at risk of disorganization. The contracts and several other papers in software copy, if lost would create chaos in the operation of the company. According to research, human errors and mechanical failure are the two largest contributing factors that result to data loss of the computer hard drive. Human errors may be prevented as well as the mechanical failure (caused by computer viruses, software corruption and physical disasters) if utmost care is always applied and that there’s always readiness at all times.
It’s hard to accept that man-made technology like disk drives are reliable while humans are not. The usual reasons are failure to implement the most important rules such as creating backups. Securing the backups is an act of readiness that would help make safe all the company records and data in general.
According to a technology expert that human intervention itself can sometimes the cause of the downfall of technology. So, it is advisable that we have to ensure everything; the computer where the sensitive data are contained as well as the backups must be in well condition.
...to be continued on the next blog entry: Data Loss: How to Cope with This Situation
What if data loss happens in the computer unit that contains all the important and sensitive data about the company such as sales report and other related forms of information? Of course, IT managers and the owner of the business would panic and feel desperation because of the thought that the whole company might be at risk of disorganization. The contracts and several other papers in software copy, if lost would create chaos in the operation of the company. According to research, human errors and mechanical failure are the two largest contributing factors that result to data loss of the computer hard drive. Human errors may be prevented as well as the mechanical failure (caused by computer viruses, software corruption and physical disasters) if utmost care is always applied and that there’s always readiness at all times.
It’s hard to accept that man-made technology like disk drives are reliable while humans are not. The usual reasons are failure to implement the most important rules such as creating backups. Securing the backups is an act of readiness that would help make safe all the company records and data in general.
According to a technology expert that human intervention itself can sometimes the cause of the downfall of technology. So, it is advisable that we have to ensure everything; the computer where the sensitive data are contained as well as the backups must be in well condition.
...to be continued on the next blog entry: Data Loss: How to Cope with This Situation
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
HP Printer Troubleshooting: Ten problems, Ten self-help solutions (Part 2)
3. Faded print-outs - Your initial reaction to this would be to replace your cartridge, which is, most of the time, the most appropriate thing to do. However, you also would have to know the three reasons why this happens. One, your printer is low on toner. In which case you would have to take your cartridge off the HP printer and shake it so the toner in it would be redistributed. Two, your printer density may have been set too low or three, your printer has been set to economode. To be able to detect this, you may conduct a printer self test and change the current setting through the applications installed on your computer.
4. Printer driver incompatibility - Some computer operating systems do not support specific printer drivers. When confronted with this kind of predicament, printer manuals are a lot of help. However, when you feel like you could no longer read through the jargon of computer equipment, you can always contact the nearest computer and audio visual solutions provider for help.
5. Words and images come off the paper easily - Printed material should stay on paper even if you run your hand across them. When they don't, then your printer isn't performing very well. For one, its fuser assembly may be damaged and so it would have to be replaced. It is also important to note that attempting to fix the fuser assembly is a futile attempt as this is one of the many consumable parts of your printer. This printing defect may also be caused by cartridge that is already letting out too much toner, thus the cartridge would have to be replaced. It may also be possible that toner is spilled and so your printer would have to get all cleaned up. When you need to get your printer fixed and you still have to get some printing jobs done, you may contact a rental company that could provide you with printers that you could use while your waiting for your own printer to be back in shape again.
4. Printer driver incompatibility - Some computer operating systems do not support specific printer drivers. When confronted with this kind of predicament, printer manuals are a lot of help. However, when you feel like you could no longer read through the jargon of computer equipment, you can always contact the nearest computer and audio visual solutions provider for help.
5. Words and images come off the paper easily - Printed material should stay on paper even if you run your hand across them. When they don't, then your printer isn't performing very well. For one, its fuser assembly may be damaged and so it would have to be replaced. It is also important to note that attempting to fix the fuser assembly is a futile attempt as this is one of the many consumable parts of your printer. This printing defect may also be caused by cartridge that is already letting out too much toner, thus the cartridge would have to be replaced. It may also be possible that toner is spilled and so your printer would have to get all cleaned up. When you need to get your printer fixed and you still have to get some printing jobs done, you may contact a rental company that could provide you with printers that you could use while your waiting for your own printer to be back in shape again.
Friday, February 13, 2009
Some Things You Need to Know About Your Computer
There are a lot of ways to upgrading a computer. But the most efficient and most effective strategy is to add more memory (RAM) to it. This would be the least expensive step to take. Of course you can only do this if you still have not used the maximum memory capacity of your RAM.
Make sure that your operating system and your application drivers are regularly updated. Your anti- virus and anti-spyware or malware should be efficient enough to protect your desktop computer or your notebook from bugs and other elements that could hinder you from performing computing jobs properly.
Computer may already come in trendy computer cases. This might encourage you to take extra care when using your computer. If you need to get updated with the latest computer and audio visual equipment available, you can always contact your nearest IT equipment solutions provider.
Having your hard disk and your monitor cleaned at least twice a year would be good for your computer system. Dirt and dust accumulated in your computer could cause glitches. You may do this yourself or, if you just are not very much comfortable with opening up the entire unit yourself, you can always call experts on computer equipment.
Make sure that your operating system and your application drivers are regularly updated. Your anti- virus and anti-spyware or malware should be efficient enough to protect your desktop computer or your notebook from bugs and other elements that could hinder you from performing computing jobs properly.
Computer may already come in trendy computer cases. This might encourage you to take extra care when using your computer. If you need to get updated with the latest computer and audio visual equipment available, you can always contact your nearest IT equipment solutions provider.
Having your hard disk and your monitor cleaned at least twice a year would be good for your computer system. Dirt and dust accumulated in your computer could cause glitches. You may do this yourself or, if you just are not very much comfortable with opening up the entire unit yourself, you can always call experts on computer equipment.
Spooler Spooks Beaten: Additional Information Regarding Spooler Distresses
It has been made clear from the previous entry that when spoolers get faulty, you would most likely get distressed. Thus, here are some more knowledge you can add to your info bank to make sure that the next printer spooler problem would be properly addressed.
Check your system directory for your printer driver and make sure to get rid of files that have .shd and .spl extensions. Attempts to solving spooler problems are almost always futile as you may only make things worse. Installing printer drivers again could result to the total inoperability of your subsystem so it is best to not reinstall printer drivers to your computer unless you find out that you really need to do so.
Make sure that you would be careful enough when editing system registry entries. This is because this could cause major harm to your system. There are actually several spooler fix applications that you an find online. However, you could also contact the experts so that you would be able to get experienced PC technical support right when and where you need it. Printer and computer problems can best be addressed by those that possess better knowledge about them. And remember, if you think you can't do it, then don't. Or else, you would have to face even more distressing consequences.
Check your system directory for your printer driver and make sure to get rid of files that have .shd and .spl extensions. Attempts to solving spooler problems are almost always futile as you may only make things worse. Installing printer drivers again could result to the total inoperability of your subsystem so it is best to not reinstall printer drivers to your computer unless you find out that you really need to do so.
Make sure that you would be careful enough when editing system registry entries. This is because this could cause major harm to your system. There are actually several spooler fix applications that you an find online. However, you could also contact the experts so that you would be able to get experienced PC technical support right when and where you need it. Printer and computer problems can best be addressed by those that possess better knowledge about them. And remember, if you think you can't do it, then don't. Or else, you would have to face even more distressing consequences.
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