malware

  Computer viruses still pose a very real threat to laptop users, which is why customers often come to Dave’s Computers for computer help and data recovery. Despite advancements in IT and computer technology in recent years, computer experts confirm that viruses have always been – and will likely continue to be – one of […]

Is your computer acting up, slowing down, giving you fits, or just seem to not be running as good as it once was? Your computer might be infected with a viruses or malware, and you’ll need IT support to help you reverse the damage.  If so you need to get it off fast, and Dave’s […]

Running a business takes a lot of time, money, and effort, so be sure you protect your investment from hackers and thieves. Network security helps protect your business against cyber attacks. Implement these network security tips into your routine business operations and with routine systems checks and updates from Dave’s Computer! 1. Backup Files Often to […]

The real benefit of anti-virus programs for computer support on your laptop or PC is tied into the consequences of what happens when you do not have an anti-virus software. The internet is not secure by any means and just as you would not travel through another country without protection and planning of some kind, […]

New reports have risen and there is a new concern over a dangerous computer malware program that is wreaking havoc on computers around the world. Known as the TorrentLocker ransomware scam, this attack has now attacked,encrypted, and damaged an estimated 285 million files on thousands of computers. At Dave’s Computer we understand how important computers […]

Usually, a computer virus only affects one type of computer or device, but that isn’t the case with a virus floating around out there known simply as Bash Bug. This virus threatens millions of people who use computers, Internet routers, Android devices, Windows devices, and even machines and mobile units with the Apple operating system. […]

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 […]

Many times, when you purchase a new computer, it comes with antivirus software pre-installed, and once the trial period runs out, you are asked to pay to protect your machine. In most cases, that software is Norton Antivirus. Some people think that this is their only option. However, ask any computer support professional and they […]

You are on your computer, minding your own business, perhaps browsing the web or updating social media. Worse, you may be even doing work. In any case, something comes up on your screen and says your machine is infected with a virus and you have to download the antivirus software immediately. It even provides you […]

It seems like there is always a new scam or virus to crop up every single time the last is caught by computer repair services. The new one, which hit Facebook and other social networking sites in early August, includes a sordid video that gets people’s attention so that they don’t even realize they are […]