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Be Proactive With Computer Maintenance

ChadJohnson — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:35:53 +0000

Computer maintenance and virus protection are the pillars supporting computer health and longevity. Identity theft is the number-one crime in America, meaning someone’s identity is stolen every two seconds. The chances of becoming an online victim are one out of four, which makes the possibility much closer to home than some people realize.

Viruses and spyware can steal information and relay it to dangerous sources or entities. It doesn’t matter what you use your computer for, personal or business-related information needs to be secure. Malicious software can download in moments and begin damaging your computer, its processes and its content.

Most new computers already have anti-virus software installed upon purchase, but consumers should double check the protection quality. Some manufacturers only equip computers with anti-virus trials that you have to buy to continue using after a certain period of time. So if your new computer does come with virus protection, make sure it’s not just a trial that will eventually leave your sensitive information exposed.

Once you have installed reliable virus protection that suits you and your computer, it must be updated regularly. Updates can be scheduled to automatically download and install without any physical assistance. Some software companies charge a fee for updates, which people aren’t always aware of at the initial purchase. This can get costly and irritating, so some consumers wind up leaving their computer unprotected.

Proactive maintenance preserves the life of your computer and saves money on repairs. If you’re not a computer-savvy person, there are technical resources available. Companies, like Geeks on Call, offer personal training, preventive plans, firewalls and Internet security, data backup and system upgrades. If your issue or query is computer-related, they will assist you. Plus, they work on computers in both residential and professional settings.

Despite the best efforts and careful handling, computer problems tend to emerge at some point or another. While being proactive with maintenance is the best way to avoid problems, nothing is foolproof. Not only is Geeks on Call a preventive method, they also provide on-site service and repair. For more information, visit www.geeksoncall.com.

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On-Site Technicians Make Computer Support Easy

ChadJohnson — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:12:33 +0000

As technology advances, more of our lives take place on our computers. Work presentations, legal documents, personal records and treasured family photos are all created and stored on our computers. Unfortunately, computer viruses eventually make their way through firewalls, or other break-downs occur – and you want it fixed now. But not everyone has time to drop everything and haul their computer to the local computer repair shop!

On-site computer repair is making it easier for people with busy schedules to handle tedious computer maintenance and repairs. Geeks on Call is a convenient on-site computer service and repair company that sends trusted technicians straight to your home or business. Geeks on Call realizes that your computer is an important asset in your life, which is why its motto is “Don’t trust your computer to just anyone.”

The business has been a trusted national brand in the IT industry for over a decade. All on-site and remote technicians are U.S.-based and have been screened and background checked for your safety. Not only does Geeks on Call help protect your computer against viruses, it’s also available to help manage business IT systems.

Technology is always expanding, which is why Geeks on Call continues to grow. Although viruses’ and other complications arise, Geeks on Call knows that you can’t afford to waste time sending away your computer. Geeks on Call technicians come straight to your home or business, and get your system up and running quickly.

Don’t trust your precious information to just anyone. To find out how accessible Geeks on Call is, visit www.geeksoncall.com. You can also follow it on twitter @geeksoncall for updates that go straight to your phone.

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Remote PC Repair at Your Fingertips

NewsUSA — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 05:00:00 +0000

(NewsUSA) – In a social media powered society, instant gratification is something we have come to expect. More of our daily routines are executed online, be they personal or professional, so when our computer crashes so does our productivity.
In the not-so-distant past, PC problems, virus removal and most other computer-related issues were resolved by carting your PC or laptop into a service center. This is not an easy burden to bear when time is of the essence. With immediate response in high demand, computer support companies have moved their services online, offering comprehensive tech support without the hassle of waiting at in-store service lines.
With the ability to get news, updates and results online in real-time, shouldn’t you be able to access computer troubleshooting online when an issue arises?
In an effort to harness the potential of remote access, some standout IT businesses are implementing remote services to create a better user experience for their clients. Geeks On Call, a trusted provider of on-site IT services nationwide, recently announced the launch of their Remote PC Repair Services.
If a person’s computer suddenly crashes, slows down or gets a virus, Geeks On Call is there with comprehensive technical support to see the issues through to solution. Because the troubled computer is remotely accessed through the Internet, there is no need to wait for a technician to make a house call. However, if there is no Internet access to the computer, Geeks on Call still has an on-site assistance option — in many cases, it can get a technician to you the same day you call. And unlike other services, it can dispatch a technician directly to your location with the ability to refund the majority of the service call.
By taking advantage of remote computer repair with services like those offered by Geeks On Call, users will see real-time solutions for serious computing problems. Remote Services are available 8 a.m. to midnight in the customer’s time zone at 1-800-905-GEEK (4335). For more information, visit www.geeksoncall.com.

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Small Businesses Want to Make a Big Splash Without Getting all Wet

ChadJohnson — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 16:11:00 +0000

It’s usually better to be a big fish in a small pond than a small fish in a big pond, or so the saying goes. Many of today’s small and medium-sized companies are trying to figure out how to make a big splash when launching or renovating their presence on the web.

How crowded is the web? Well, according to Royal Pingdom, a global Internet tracking and statistics company, there are over 234 million unique websites. Many of these sites are expensive to create and costly to maintain while only being mediocre and containing no consistent theme or message.

According to web design experts, there are several critical components of leveraging a website as a successful business tool. These tips will help ensure that your website attracts the right visitors, encourages them to browse and entices customers to buy:

1. Aesthetic Design. Your website represents you — it’s your ambassador on the World Wide Web. Therefore, it needs to be clean and professional, and generate the right vibe and reaction from your visitors.

2. Message and Branding. The purpose of a website is to broadcast your company’s brand and messages to a wide audience of consumers, businesses, employees and other stakeholders.

3. Search Engine Optimization (SEO). SEO is the process that seeks to ensure that your website ranks high in search engines for its relevant key phrases. This process improves the volume and the quality of hits (traffic) to your website from the search engines. The higher a website ranks in the results of a search, the greater the chance that it will be visited by users, which helps companies to build brand awareness and grow revenue.

4. Interactive Capabilities and E-commerce. Whether you want people to purchase goods and services directly through the website via e-commerce, or have someone from your company contact them, make sure the website is intuitive. Encouraging visitors to participate in some form helps develop a stronger bond with your company.

Finding the right firm that can combine web design with branding, marketing, business consulting, and a tight budget can be a tall order. One such firm that has generated tremendous success with this combination is Northeast Web Design (www.northeastwebdesign.com). They have developed a client-friendly process and platform that treats every minnow-sized customer as though it was a whale. “What makes us totally unique,” stated Company Executive David Landon, “is that we are willing to invest serious resources in new clients, and demonstrate to them how we can help them improve and grow their business, on a free consultation basis.” He added, “We provide a full suite of services, ranging from aesthetic design and branding to website construction and e-commerce integration to Search Engine Optimization.” Regardless of whether the company is small or large, Northeast Web Design works closely to achieve that company’s goals.

It’s nice to know that in today’s challenging economic environment, with the help of web designers such as Northeast Web Design, companies can become big fish in a big pond without spending a lot.

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What Goes Into Determining Risk?

NewsUSA — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 05:00:00 +0000

(NewsUSA) – Most of the time, we don’t notice the engineered systems that affect our daily lives. That’s because they’re doing what they’re supposed to be doing. If you flick a light switch and the light turns on, you don’t give it a second thought. If the light fails, however, it’s a different story.
Some system failures are more serious than others. For example, you probably didn’t think too much about offshore oil rigs until the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, a disaster that has wrought political, economic and environmental consequences that will last for decades. While the repercussions of large mechanical disasters should not be brushed away, it is true that most systems work the way that they’re supposed to. Plenty of oil rigs don’t malfunction. The lights in your home function far more often than not.
Why don’t things go wrong more often? Well, each object in your home has been designed by engineers, and engineers don’t just design things to work. They also figure out what could go wrong with a design, ways to prevent those things from going wrong and ways to minimize the damage if things do go wrong. Engineers analyze all of this in a process called risk assessment.
Risk assessment might sound like something you can do around a boardroom table, but it’s actually a complicated process. Assessing risk is a rigorous technical process that involves sophisticated methodologies. Engineers must be vigilant in analyzing and applying protocols and scenarios to thwart events that can cause an undesirable consequence.
Products are designed to succeed. But an engineer will look at all the ways that a product may let a customer down and find ways to stop those failures. For example, outfitting planes’ landing gears with more than one tire can prevent accidents caused by punctured tires. Engineers can plan for user errors as well. For example, gas nozzles shut off automatically to prevent spills. Engineers will also figure out maintenance times for parts, and what human errors could be made during maintenance. They will even account for random accidents that could affect the system.
While there’s no way to eliminate risk completely, engineers can help design safe systems and thwart undesired outcomes.
For more information, visit www.asme.org.

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IT Companies Create New Revenue Streams

NewsUSA — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 05:00:00 +0000

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Are Your Kids Savvy About Internet Safety?

NewsUSA — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 05:00:00 +0000

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Guidelines for Making Kids’ “Screen Time” Meaningful

ChadJohnson — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:38:19 +0000

It’s a fact: Children today are surrounded by all types of digital media from a very young age. Educators, parents and caregivers are left with the task of navigating through a multitude of handheld games, toys and online resources while debating the value of these different options.

Fortunately, research shows that computers can play a positive role in the education of children. Benefits include language, literacy and social development as well as the improvement of important problem-solving skills.

Experts and researchers in early childhood development offer the following guidelines for computer use by youngsters:

• Stick to a firm time limit for computer use. Recommended time for preschoolers (3-5 years) is 20-30 minutes.

• Computers should supplement–and not replace—activities and materials such as art, books, music, outdoor exploration, experimenting with writing materials, dramatic play, and socializing with other children.

• Guide and be on hand to help your child, answer questions and interact with your child as she works on the computer.

• Look for online games, resources and Web sites with educational value. For example, PBS KIDS Island provides free research-based reading games and activities for children, parents, caregivers and teachers to use at home or in the classroom. PBS KIDS Island takes place in a virtual world, where children build an online island by playing games that feature beloved PBS KIDS television characters from award-winning shows, including “Sesame Street,” “Super WHY!,” “WordWorld,” “Martha Speaks” and “Between the Lions.” Games allow players to build and practice the critical skills needed to learn to read, like rhyming and letter identification. Parents and teachers are able to access children’s accounts to see how far their children have progressed in the
game.

The site is an outgrowth of PBS KIDS Raising Readers, a multi-faceted initiative that focuses on using media to help children ages 2-8 build reading skills. The initiative is funded in part by a Ready To Learn grant from the
U.S. Department of Education, part of a cooperative agreement with the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), PBS and The Ready To Learn Partnership. For more information, visit www.readytolearnreading.org.

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Tips for Stress-Free Air Travel

NewsUSA — Wed, 19 May 2010 05:00:00 +0000

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Save Money With Free Software for Your Computer

NewsUSA — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 05:00:00 +0000

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