How to maintain your PC

Tips on how to maintain your PC for a long run
Maintaining a PC is as important as owning it. Some people don’t even care for the health and condition of their PC’s but that is a mandatory thing that all users must know. Having a PC that can run in good shape for a long time will make you feel happy and let you do hassle-free work. Just as for your medical health ‘prevention is better than cure’ holds true, likewise it hold true in case of your PC. Given below are some nice tips on how you can maintain your PC for a long run:

Always have a Backup of your Data
One of the essential tip that you must follow is to backup your data that you store on your hard disk. You do various things with your PC and create many different types of files. If on a regular basis you don’t backup everything that you create and store then at the time of some grave serious problem you will feel helpless. Services such as Best Online Backup Services and Best Backup Software Titles help you in achieving this purpose.

Keep your PC Updated
Viruses and other security breaches work rapidly nowadays. No longer can you be careless of not updating the software with time. Digital age demands people to stay aware of the latest secure ways to protect their systems. Updates are available for free on the internet and in some cases you have to pay also but at the end of day all they brings to your PC is more secure life. You can use resources like Manufacturer Support sites and Driver Search Sites for updating your PC.

These easy tips will help in maintaining your PC health for long and in a strong way. An additional tip would be going for professional or expert help when you are in some tricky situation with your PC.

Top Anti Virus Programs

One anti-virus is different from another one because they all are not created alike. Just like you buy other daily-needs products the anti-virus software also varies from good to bad and an average. These days you find many programs and software promising you security and protection for your PC. One can easily get confused that which one is the better one and so on.
These are top 3 reviews that you must check:

Microsoft MSE
MSE (Microsoft Security Essentials) which is anti-virus software program owned and distributed by Microsoft is one among the most widely used antivirus programs today. It has the potentiality of handling almost every malware and virus on your PC. A good thing about MSE is that it is simple and has a less bulky design which can easily be used with old PC’s as well. Another wonderful feature of this anti-virus software is that even less tech-savvy people can use it with ease. You can use this with your personals as well as the professional systems.

AVG Anti-Virus
AVG is also one of the most used anti-virus software that helps you in keeping your computer and related systems safe. With minimal charges you can get a professional version of AVG Anti-Virus and then keep on updating it time and again from the AVG website.

Avira Antivirus
Avira is simple and have a user interface that is as good as the MSE’s. Just like MSE, it again has a light-weight deign. PC users take its services widely and rate it good on the list.

EOFY SALE – $99 PC repairs!

APCR is providing a huge service discount on all laptop and desktop computer repairs for the end of the financial year. Need to get that PC up and running again? Give APCR a call on 0422214996 to make a booking. Every service is capped at $99* so you know how much you’re up for right away. No nasty surprises, just quality service at an affordable price.

Did you know APCR offers free pickup and delivery throughout Adelaide? For same day pickup, give APCR a call in the morning and your computer will be picked up for repair that afternoon. No driving, parking waiting. Quick and easy, with free delivery back to your home or office when done.

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For Computer repairs Adelaide, APCR is your one-stop shop – laptop repairs, desktop repairs, all makes, all models.

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Need your laptop fixed, fast? Try the expedited laptop repair service. Contact APCR to find out more on 0422 214 996

Hurry – $99 offer ends July 31

*$99 offer covers labour only. Parts (if required) are not included.

Need a new laptop? Might be a good idea to hold off … for now.

There will be a big change in the PC industry this year as a result of the release of Microsoft’s new operating system, Windows 8. Windows 8 will bring some new changes to the way PCs are used, and these changes are driven by the significant consumer demand for touch-screen technology.

Smart-phone and Tablet users will be very familiar with driving their devices by moving their fingers across the screen. Windows 8’s significant change from Windows 7 is that it will pivot largely on this type of interface. What that means for laptop hardware is that machines that are sold with Windows 8 later this year will come with touch-screens.

A touch screen upgrade may or not be cost effective for laptops with non-touch screens, but clearly this major change in hardware and operating system capability will yield laptops bought earlier this year behind the technology 8-ball and for that reason, possibly not an ideal longer term investment.

Important info for users of MICROSOFT SECURITY ESSENTIALS

Since it came out, about 12 months ago, Microsoft Security Essentials (MSSE) has gone from strength to strength as a contender for best free antivirus. However, recent tests by av-comparatives.org show that its effectiveness for detecting new threats has dropped off significantly in recent months.

The latest report for march shows only 50% effectiveness at detecting new threats. This is a serious issue for Microsoft to address, and also poses real problems in terms of vulnerability for people using this system.

Up until this report was released, we would have recommended MSSE as a great free AV. However, in light of these findings, we suggest two possible courses of action for its users:

1. While MS is working on improving its detection rates, the addition of a real-time system such as MBAM or SuperAntiSpyware (either option, paid) – there is, however no guarantee that these problems will be addressed in the short-term

2. Obtain a proper, paid AV product with an established track-history on independent tests such as Kaspersky Internet Security

For information on independent testing results of various AV products, see the reports at av-comparatives.org

Ideally, we would suggest users consider something like Kaspersky in conjunction with MBAM or SAS for the best possible real-time protection.The combined license fees for these two products is well under the cost of a professional virus removal – and significantly reduces the likelihood of infection – and the associated security risks/inconvenience of malware intrusion.

New business name – Adelaide PC Repairs

Western Suburbs Computer Repairs has changed its name to Adelaide PC Repairs effective 7 April 2011

The reason for this change was the change in service model, from Western and Central Suburbs, to all-of Adelaide for free pickup and delivery.

APCR will still be providing onsite services to Western and Central – same great service, same competitive prices.

Thanks to all our valued customers over the last two years as WSCR. We look forward to continuing to serve you under the shiny new banner of Adelaide PC Repairs!

APCR is giving away 1GB online storage!

APCR is proud to announce the release of a new premium data storage product, Datasafe.

DataSafe will automatically protect your files, work, and photos from being lost, deleted, or destroyed by a hardware failure in your computer or storage device.

To celebrate the launch APCR is offering, for a limited time, FREE 1GB storage online to our valued customers.

To get your FREE online storage account and automated backup system, just click here

1 in 3 laptops fail over 3 years

Squaretrade is a leading after-market PC warranty provider, based in the USA.

In 2009 they released a survey, based on over 30,000 warranty returns, which describes the most (and least) reliable laptop brands.

This is a very useful resource for anyone interested in purchasing a laptop, and provides a strong indication of which manufacturer’s products are least likely to fail under warranty.

http://www.squaretrade.com/

Easter Bunny Specials

Specials for the month of April

Special#1:
Virus removal with FREE tuneup (valued at $49.99)

Get your machine squeaky clean and all the beasties cleared out, PLUS, a thorough speed and performance process which APCR has developed to get extra fast response times from older windows installations. Think of this as being similar to a tune up for a car – everything is checked, verified and updated, to ensure your machine is running in top condition when it comes back to you

Special#2:
$10 p/hour OFF APCR remote repairs.

Pay only $49 per hour (usually $59). Significant savings on this extremely fast and convenient repair option. No need to have someone come out to your home or business. Fast and easy solutions to computer problems: just download an application to your machine, provide us with the secure login details, and your machine will be repaired online while you watch!

Special #3:
50% off onsite repairs.

Simply order any onsite repair and any time after the first hour is charged at half price! Only $40 per hour!!!! Compare this deal with any onsite service provider – it is extremely good value for money. Make sure you get in fast though – valid only for April 2011.

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