Category: Data

  • We All Have a Processing Problem

    You may have heard recently that many of Intel’s Central Processing Units (CPUs) have a design flaw that could allow malicious attackers to steal private information.  Passwords, emails, etc. could be stolen because of “kernel memory areas” in the CPUs. However, even though the focus is on Intel’s screw-up, it’s believed that CPUs sold by…

  • Ransomware: Here to Stay

    It shouldn’t really be that surprising, but the latest type of virus that has been going around – Ransomware – is hanging around and ruining people’s days still.  Probably because it is the most directly profitable malicious software, ever?  The connection between Ransomware and getting your money (typically via Bitcoin) is incredibly direct, while most…

  • What’s the Best Way to Prevent Viruses

    As a computer repair shop, we’ve seen our fair share of viruses.  And when our CEO asked everyone what we all personally believed to be the best way to protect yourself from malware and viruses in general, the answer was pretty one-sided.  Common sense. Common Sense More than anything else, the best way to protect…

  • How Often Should I Backup My Data?

    One of the more frustrating things that can happen to your computer is a massive loss of data. In order to avoid the loss of files and data from your system, it is very important to complete backups on a regular basis. There are many factors that can lead to catastrophic data loss, and it…

  • Digital Currency and Bitcoin

    One of the newer trends in the technology world that has caught everyone’s eye is digital currency. Digital currency, or “the currency of the Internet”, is a new way for people to make transactions without having to go through a central authority such as a bank. Digital currency has become very popular for a number…

  • What Is The Cloud?

    One of the common technological terms that people use today is “The Cloud”. The Cloud is an awfully broad term, especially for people who are not familiar with some of the newer services on the internet. So what do people mean when they are talking about this ambiguous “Cloud”? When referring to cloud computing, we are…

  • HDD vs SSD

    In our society where the technology landscape is constantly moving and shifting, people are always concerned with having the best new thing on the market.  So when people are talking about a new form of storage on your computer and replacing your hard-drive, it’s easy to be skeptical.  However, if you are interested in having…