Posts By: Brian

These days, your wireless router is so much more than just a way to connect to the internet.  This article explains some really cool features one can do with their router.  Setting up Guest Accounts, Parental Control, Storage Setup…to name a few. The best routers available are so much better than the routers of yesterday.  Keeping our… Read more »

So…you find yourself either downloading or updating a current program…BUT…you want to make sure no UNWANTED toolbars, add-ons, or programs sneak their way in with it.  This link will show you how to avoid installing any “piggyback” software that, in the past, you may have unknowingly allowed into your computer. I find many computers that… Read more »

These days, there is so much that one must do to help protect their computer from getting infected.  One thing is for certain: over 98 percent…that is not a typo…over 98 percent of infections that make their way onto your pc are because something the user did, engaged with…or failed to do. During updates or… Read more »

Now…if you are looking for a course that will introduce you to the basic concepts of computing and to teach you how to use computers efficiently at home AND at work…follow this link and sign up for the free courses given at Alison.com. The ALISON IT: COMPUTER TRAINING SUITE is just the type of involved course to really… Read more »

You’ve come to the right place.  If you are like many others:  able to power on the computer, get around the web a little, send an email to a friend…but…you REALLY want to be able to navigate around Windows and the Internet a bit more comfortably.  Maybe you just want to sit down and learn… Read more »

Had a BEAUTIFUL ribbon cutting this morning with the Chamber and their Ambassadors!  Many showed up to show their support!  And, Tonya, I truly appreciate everything you do to help make things better.  🙂 This link will take you to the pictures that our local Chamber of Commerce posted of the grand event!  They are… Read more »

So….you decided to take a little vacation, BUT, you want to know how to access the internet safely while away from the comforts of your secure home network???  Well…one thing is for sure:  accessing Public Wi-Fi can be dangerous…especially…if you decide to purchase items or log into a secure network (email, banking, etc…) while logged… Read more »

I’ve seen this issue a lot with my clients and, after having done a bit of research, this link shows you just what can be done to get these stuck messages sent or deleted. Also, if you are sending a message with an attachment that is 20MB or greater…this, too, can get stuck in the outbox.  Sometimes,… Read more »

Lately, I have been hearing from clients that they have read that they should remove their antivirus.  THIS…is a HUGE no-no! The first thing that one needs to realize is: having a GOOD antivirus installed is part of the battle in keeping malicious software, adware, malware, viruses, rootkits, keyloggers, and many other vicious programs from… Read more »