Data is the new oil, and the internet is the world’s currently most accessible data. While the internet has made many things cheaper and more accessible, it makes it easy for criminals to exploit it. While some of the risks that come with using the internet are unavoidable, some measures can be taken to keep…
You may have noticed that your PC has developed some annoying habits. It’s slowing down when you’re using it, and programs won’t run as quickly as they used to. You may even be receiving warnings about malware or viruses. The key to fixing these problems is to identify the cause of them. Here are a…
Hard drive failure is one of the most stressful PC problems you can encounter. When your hard drive fails, your computer will suddenly stop working, and it might not even be possible to get the data off of it. So how do you troubleshoot your hard drive? Pay Attention to the Sounds the Drive is…
Is your PC running slow? You might be overwhelming your RAM with too many programs running at once. It’s time for a quick clean-up and overhaul of your PC. It doesn’t mean you need to buy new parts or invest money. You can do plenty of things right from your desk to make your computer…
When building a computer, you have a choice of not only hardware but the most important software program: the operating system. Microsoft Windows is the most popular OS, but Linux is still an alternative for PCs. Which one is right for you? Windows Microsoft Windows is the most widely used desktop operating system, and for…
One of the most common dilemmas computer enthusiasts face is whether to build their own computer systems or buy a ready-made computer off the shelf. Both approaches have their merits and their drawbacks, and it is important to weigh the pros and cons of each. No one solution is right for every person, and weighing…
One of the first things that you will want to consider when planning to build your perfect PC is the form factor. The form factor is the size of your PC. For most desktop computers, you will be choosing between a standard ATX and a micro ATX form factor. There are even smaller standards, but…
Although assembling a desktop PC from scratch is easier than ever before, thanks to increasingly standardized and simplified interfaces, there are still some essential factors that first-time builders tend to overlook. While building your first PC presents a great opportunity to learn more about hardware and operating systems, you’ll need to plan carefully and make…
Computer viruses are, unfortunately, a part of every computer user’s life these days. There are many ways one can come across a virus, such as opening a suspicious email attachment or visiting a questionable website. Regardless of the method of infection, if you are reading this, you now find yourself with the unenviable task of…
Malware is an all too common issue impacting countless users across the world. Malware affects your computer in a wide range of ways, such as accidentally downloading an attachment or clicking on an embedded link in an email. Understanding how to recognize the most common signs of malware is important in keeping your data safe…