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Keep Your Computers Cool

Much like an overheated car, a computer that’s gotten too hot can experience big problems. In fact, overheating is the biggest cause of computer component failure. The culprits are often dirt, hair, and dust that get lodged inside.

Having a service technician clean your system is key to cooling off, keeping your systems running smoothly, avoiding data loss and premature equipment replacement, and keeping you in the driver’s seat.

Speed Up Windows Vista in One Tweak

Fancy graphics and animated effects are all well and good—until they start slowing things down and interfering with your work. Fortunately, most of these can be disabled, enabling you to pick up speed. Here’s how:

1. From the Start Menu, click the Control Panel.
2. Once in the Control Panel, click System and Maintenance (this should be the first option on the left).
3. On the next screen, click System (third option).
4. On the right-hand side under Tasks, click Advanced System settings.
5. A window called System Properties will pop up.
6. Under the Performance (visual effects, processor scheduling, memory usage, and virtual memory) heading, click Settings.
7. Finally, select Adjust for Best Performance, then click Apply and OK.

Call Security!

Viruses, worms, and rootkits, oh my! Computer security threats are stealthy, malicious, and ubiquitous. Some replicate themselves, flooding your e-mail accounts, slowing down or even shutting down your systems. Others delete or move your files, while still others will find your passwords. The more sophisticated attacks open “back doors,” allowing intruders to take over your computers and disable your antivirus programs. Still others can lurk unseen by your computer’s operating system.

Virus outbreaks and other security threats can lead to major financial and time losses for businesses, due to lost work time and costly security fines. The good news is that most can be avoided. A service technician can help protect you by regularly updating your antivirus software, implementing best Web practices in your company, and providing regular data backup. Surfing was never so secure.

Learn More:

1. Are your computers safe?
2. Keep your small-business technology safe, secure, and ready for business with a hassle-free and affordable service-maintenance agreement from Techchex.