What is a computer virus? A computer virus is a piece of code or program, that can copy itself and alters the way a computer operates. It is designed to have a detrimental effect on your computer, such as corrupting or destroying data. What is malware? Malware, short for Malicious Software, is an intrusive program […]
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The longevity of a computer depends on the quality of the computer when new, and whether the components can keep up with advancing technology. Like anything, you tend to get what you pay for, up to a point. Cheaper models are generally produced with lower quality or lower performance components that may wear out or
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Have you ever lost a lot of important data? Or felt a moment of panic where you thought you did? Whether it’s photos from a family holiday, your resume, or a semester’s worth of assignments, you probably have data on your computer’s hard drive or your mobile device that’s too valuable to lose. That’s where
Your laptop, being a portable device, relies heavily on its battery. If the battery runs out or goes bad, you’re limited to only using your laptop when plugged into power and even then, sometimes your laptop won’t power up until the battery is removed completely. The average life of a battery is generally regarded as
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If you’re shopping for a new computer for gaming or high-end computing, you will be considering the processor (CPU) as this is the brains of the operation. What you might not realise is there are only two choices: AMD or Intel. PC enthusiasts love to debate AMD vs Intel, and over the past few years
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Preventing a massive loss in revenue cause by downtime Downtime events can be costly and time-consuming for businesses. Especially for companies that are using data services or operating in an online environment, downtime can be a major threat to operations. It’s better to prevent these events than to try to solve them after they happen.
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Windows 11 is here, and Microsoft’s update servers are rolling out the Windows 11 upgrade to an increasing number of PCs. If you’re one of the lucky few that have received the upgrade invitation, there are a few things you should know before saying yes: 1. Check if your PC hardware specifications can support Windows
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Windows 11 is here, and Microsoft’s update servers are rolling out the Windows 11 upgrade to an increasing number of PCs. If you’re one of the lucky few that have received the upgrade invitation, there are a few things you should know before saying yes: 1. Check if your PC hardware specifications can support Windows
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Cyber Security Awareness Month is held to promote awareness about the importance of internet security and cybersecurity measures for organisations and consumers. It’s a great time for everyone to think about their cybersecurity practises and make sure they’re doing everything they can. Everyone should take simple steps to protect themselves from frequent online threats and
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Are you receiving strange ‘missed call’ SMS messages? Here’s how you can avoid the Flubot You’re not alone if you’ve recently received any bizarre, jumbled SMS messages mentioning a missed call or voicemail. The messages are sent out by a piece of malware known as Flubot, which spreads by SMS and infects unprotected Android phones.
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