How to stop Windows Firewall from turning itself on

Jul 12, 2016

Even though the Windows 10 Firewall is better than ever, it is still difficult to recommend it as your only internet defense. That’s why we always recommend using a third party firewall. There are a number of options, both free and premium and it’s a good idea to use one of these instead. If you’re […]

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How to stop your computer waking up when you’re not there

Jul 11, 2016

If your Windows computer keeps waking itself up during the night or when you’re not there, you’re not alone. It is a common issue with Windows. Many owners find both laptops and desktop computers waking up when they aren’t there. Fortunately, as common as it may be, it is also easy to fix. Having […]

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I cannot see the internet icon in the notification tray in Windows 10. Help!

Jul 10, 2016

Disappearing notification icons are actually a common occurrence in Windows 10, with the internet and Wi-Fi icons being primary among them. For some reason, what should be a very simple element of Windows 10 is more problematic than it should be. If your internet or Wi-Fi icon has disappeared from the notification tray, here’s how […]

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I’m getting ‘Windows Error 0xc000007b’ what do I do?

Jul 9, 2016

If you’re seeing an error that says ‘The application was unable to start correctly (0xc000007b)’ it means something has gone wrong with the program or with Windows files that the program needs to access. While it sounds serious, it is actually quite straightforward to address. With some basic Windows troubleshooting techniques, we can fix […]

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How to boot Windows 10 into Safe Mode

Jul 8, 2016

Safe Mode is an important Windows 10 troubleshooting tool that any power user should become familiar with. It allows you to access usually locked Windows files and drivers as well as circumventing Windows file protection. This allows a lot of freedom when fixing Windows faults. If you would like to know how to boot Windows […]

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How to enable or disable password login in Windows 10

Jul 6, 2016

If you’re the only one who uses your computer or you trust those you share it with, why not remove password login in Windows 10? It enables the computer to boot straight to the desktop and shaves precious seconds off the boot time. It also removes that extra manual step so Windows can go from […]

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5 Easy Steps: How to Create a Gmail Account

Mar 31, 2016

Google provides many benefits to those who have an account. The easiest way to have access is to set up a Gmail (or Google Mail) account. If you’re wondering how to create a Gmail account, this helpful guide can get you set up with a new e-mail quickly and efficiently, so you can get to using […]

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Computer Support: RAM & Memory Basics

Nov 18, 2015

Although the term memory, when applied to pieces of equipment or machines, is technically used to refer to any form of electronic storage, it most commonly applied to fast, temporary forms of storage. Low memory can cause computers to improperly perform, causing you to turn to computer support for help. The most common example of […]

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Common Computer Help: Fundamentals to Know

Nov 15, 2015

Today we live in an information-rich world and now more than ever it is necessary for everyone to have at least a working knowledge and understanding of the way to use and manipulate computers. For some residents of the Siesta Key and Bradenton areas, this can be a challenge, especially if they are not used […]

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Computer Maintenance w/ Carbonite Cloud Backup

Nov 6, 2015

Has your computer been running slowly or have you run virus scanners only to suspect that something is still ‘off’ on your computer? It can be extremely frustrating and time consuming to run scan time consuming to run scans after scan and not find the answer…That’s why we have the perfect plan for you. With […]

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