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Turning off User Account Control in Windows 8

Have you ever noticed that every time you try to install software or apps, your computer comes up with a pop up asking you if you want to “allow the following program to make changes to this computer?” Sometimes, it even pops up just when you try to run a program or app, and it … Read more

Windows 8 Takes Too Long to Shut Down

It’s pretty frustrating when you can’t get your computer to shut down in a timely manner, leaving you counting the seconds. Maybe it is the end of the day at work and all you want to do is get home and relax or maybe have drinks with some friends. Alternatively, maybe you need to head … Read more

Mac Computers Finally Catch a Virus

For many years, people have believed Apple products to be impervious to viruses and other forms of malware. However, that certainly no longer holds true thanks to the iWorm, which appears to have affected 17,000 Mac users. Originally, the iWorm used the popular social networking service, www.reddit.com, to get into computers, but it seems to … Read more

Using the Google Software Removal Tool

When you use Google Chrome, you could have trouble with malicious software attaching to the browser and then causing a variety of issues like slow performance, pop up ads, and other problems. Before you seek out computer help, consider using the Google Software Removal Tool. This tool could help you if you have something connected … Read more

Choosing an Online Storage Service

Storing data in the cloud can make your life easier. That’s because you can use it to send files to other people or even access your own information from different computers. Of course, if you decide to use online storage solutions, then you will need to pick the right service. You don’t have to get … Read more

Can You Survive the Windows BSoD?

It’s called the Blue Screen of Death and even its name insinuates that it means your computer is headed to the technology graveyard. However, if you see the BSoD, does that actually mean your machine is completely ruined?  In truth, a little computer support could help you and you may find that the error should … Read more

Little Changes to Boost a Computer’s Life

You already know how expensive computers can be, and the last thing you will want to do is replace them every couple of years. Of course, there are certain things you can do and should do as regular maintenance, but now let’s discuss what you can do with the physical machine itself to ensure it … Read more

Windows User Profile Corruption

When you turn off your Windows-based computer and then turn it back on, you will need to sign on to a profile. This is designed to protect your information and it logs you into your online Microsoft account. When you try to log on, and it doesn’t work, your first thought may be that you … Read more

Google Chrome and Windows 8 Mode

One of the big changes Microsoft made with the launch of Windows 8 is something called the Metro User Interface. This option allows most programs to launch as apps and offer a sleek, modern look. However, some people don’t love the interface and want to switch back to using their programs as normal. Many people … Read more

No More Microsoft Support for Windows XP

As Microsoft releases new operating systems, they stop support for one of the older options. The most recent victim of this is Windows XP. Last April, Microsoft announced that they would no longer be providing any type of support for XP, and while not many people still use this operating system, you may be one … Read more