Power of technology

In the modern world, computers are an everyday part and parcel of life. Computers need special care and attention in order for them to operate efficiently and function much safely. You need to follow some basic guidelines for maintaining your computer tools and keep them perfect for performing better. This in turn will save you money and you needn’t hire a computer expert to fix the issues.

Always keep your computer equipment far from direct sunlight in order to prevent overheating. Even direct exposure to humidity or water can damage the system. Do clean and dust your computer equipment periodically. Electrical surge damage to your computer can be prevented by using surge protectors. In order to prevent anti-static damage to your computer, do keep an anti-static mat in the place where you are operating it. For saving your investment and keep your computer running smoothly, do clean the system’s interior twice in a year.

On the other hand, never have the habit of drinking or eating while operating your system. It is to be noted that food crumbs can easily cause damage to your keyboard. You shouldn’t keep an open container containing water or cool drinks on the computer desk. Any spillage by accident can cause an electrical shock. Do have the habit of washing your hands before using your system as sticky or dirty hand

If you wish your computer to give years of reliable function then regular basic computer maintenance should be done. Do take the help of an authorized technician or a certified technician for doing this particular task. In case of any doubt, take the help of user guide. You can use specific chemicals to clean system monitors. It helps in removing the smudges and finger prints from the system. A clear and clean screen monitor is better for your eyes. It is better to use a vacuum cleaner specifically a computer based small one for removing dirt and debris from the keyboard. It is highly advised not to use any liquid for cleaning the keyboard. You should also regularly remove the grime and dust from the computer’s case and computer’s case vents.

In the open market, there are fresher and experienced computer technicians who charge moderate to high rate per visit to repair computers at home and office. On the other hand, there are quite a few so-called computer technicians who further spoil the computer or remove the original spare parts from the computer in the name of repair. So do take care of your computer by following the basic maintenance tips.

Thinking about life without computers seems simply impossible now. They have invaded our lives, be it on social or business scale. From the time they were invented to now, computers have given the world a great boost in advancements of technologies and businesses. Imagine if we did not have computers, you wouldn’t even be reading this article now. Along with computers, internet has aided to the developments in technology. From the vending machine that served you your coffee this morning to the elevator you took to the office level just now, they all make use of some computer technology. You probably cannot think of a day when you did not make use of some form of computer technology.

Not only can modern computers process data in a fraction of a second but also store great amounts of data in a very small space. Many people may argue that computers have killed physical interaction between people but this may not be totally true. Although to a certain extent, with the internet aiding computers, it may be true but the advantages that computers offer far outweigh the disadvantages. The internet allows a user to access information from anywhere in the world, which gave birth the world as we know it today. Half a century ago a person would not know much about the other cultures besides those in their country or vicinity. But with the internet and computers, we can attain any form of information from any part of the world. The world seems like a much smaller place with the internet and computers.

Computers are used in businesses worldwide from doing tasks such as simple calculations to interaction between workers. Business would never have been this advanced if computers had not been invented. The world would have been a much less developed place without computers. Companies worldwide can interact and do business with other companies as well as customers from any part of the world by simply sitting in front of their computer. Company data can be stored in computers; information can be transferred easily and files can be shared instantaneously between people who can be sitting miles apart.

As the internet came about, so did social networking websites. These sites such as Facebook help you keep in contact with your friends whom you might not be able to see that often or those who live in another country. Before the computer or internet, one could only interact with people who were physically around him or her and their knowledge about the world was limited. Computers have opened resources that allow you to attain never-ending flow of information. You can learn about other cultures from social networking sites, make friends from countries you might never have known existed and even share files with each other.

Computer systems have been modified and can now be found even in mobile phones which make connecting with the world a lot easier. Also the amount of paper used in the world has been reduced due to the fact that most work can be done in documents in computers and shared via email or other means. The number of advantages that computers offer is unlimited. It’s no doubt that computers have become an important part of our lives.

First thing to do is check for common problems associated with a virus infection

Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel > Security Center or Start > Control Panel > Security Center (for users not using the classic start menu). You can alternatively click on the Start button and type in “check security status”. The security Action Center will appear. Under the “Security” section make sure all options are turned ON and that Internet Security Settings is “OK”. If these settings are not On or OK that’s your first indication your computer could be infected. Next, check to see if you are currently running or already have a virus protection software package installed on your computer. Click the Start Menu and in the Search box start typing in names of common antivirus software programs.

Next, Go to Start and in the Search box type in “MRT”. A box will launch labeled “Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool”. Perform a scan with this Windows utility to determine whether you have a computer virus of not. However, this tool is not 100% accurate. There are some viruses that are savy enough to avoid Windows detection and after a Windows scan you will get a result of “No maclicious software was detected” instead of the name of the virus.

Computer Symptoms: TellTale Signs Your Computer is Infected

Since not every Windows virus detection tool can spot an active virus on your machine, the best way to tell if you have a virus is to look for telltale signs you are infected. One such way is by testing your computer’s speed. Many viruses will attempt to slow down your software and the hardware itself. Is your PC slower than usual? Do applications take a long time to load or respond? Does your system take a long time booting up?

Does your computer reboot or shut down without warning? Does it crash often? Then you could have a virus. Do you try to launch software only to have it fail to open or crash unexpectedly? Do you get strange error messages on your PC. Does your browser fail to open or all of a sudden goes to a website upon launch you have never seen or been to before? If you try to type on your keyboard, does it type what you input correctly? Does your cursor jump to different parts of the screen unexpectedly?

What Is The Nature of a Computer Virus?

People build computer viruses typically for a couple of reasons.

1. 1st, is to slow down your PC or make it as unusable as possible. This is accompanied by what would appear to be notification from some software you don’t remember you installed, explaining that you have a virus and you must pay (typically a very large amount of money) in order to have it removed This “Software” is part of the virus and is designed to allow you to believe that it is a tool that will cure your computer. It is designed so you pay the money to “download” the antivirus software and then the software will fix your computer. This usually does not get rid of the software and the computer owner is usually out a hundred dollars or more.

2. Secondly, a lot of computer viruses are designed for the developer to be able to remotely control your computer or search out and report back valuable information. There exists a number of different types of viruses which search out credit card and bank account information and report that information back to the virus developers. Some viruses also allow virus makers to actually remote into a computer so they can snoop around or watch all of the moves a computer owner is making. This gives the virus makers the ability to get as much valuable information about you as possible to assist in blackmailing or simply stealing your money or assets.

Do You Think Your Computer Might Be Infected?

If you think your computer might be infected, it’s best to go to a reputable website, if your browser works, and run a free virus scan. We recommend using the free virus scanner. In our tests scanners had the highest success rate at identifying rogues, viruses, trojan horses, worms and all other malicious types of infections. If your internet browser is not working, then it is best to try to do a system restore. Pop in your Windows Install DVD and attempt to reinstall your operating. Be careful not to overwrite all your important files and applications. From the Windows DVD it is possible to choose to simply reinstall all system files and the Windows OS. You may lose some of your settings but this is a much better option than losing all your files.

We do not recommend trying to fix your computer yourself. The best way to get rid of computer viruses is to go to a website designed to professionally scan your PC or call a service which can remote into your machine and check your system for viruses for you. Expert techs will assess exactly what infection a computer has and they are professionals at eliminating all traces of the virus without having to resort to reinstalling your operating system.

Whatever action you end up doing it is extremely important to get rid of that nasty computer virus as soon as you can. Each day that passes makes you more and more susceptible to have your and your loved one’s personal and financial information stolen. Good luck.