This piece of malware that steals files from infected machines, then makes the computers useless by overwriting their master boot record. Security researchers are investigating a piece of destructive malware that has the ability to overwrite the master boot record of a computer, and which they suspect is being used in targeted attacks against specific companies. Shamoon, which is also known as Disttrack, is being used in targeted attacks against …
If you’ve been using the web over the past decade you’ll remember how difficult it used to be to send large files to people online. Either your file’s size wasn’t supported by the service you chose or the upload would time out. Since then, our ISP bandwidths have increased and so have our file sharing needs. Does an large file transfer service exist? WeTransfer is the answer you’re looking …
If you have been scammed on Skype you know there are people who are just desperate enough to ruin your day. If done correctly you can stop these scammers from abusing the internet. Computer Repair suggests that you report and block those scammers to pusnish them and do a favour for other people as they will get banned from skype eventually. If you had been victimized you can as for …
You may have already know about and seen Windows 8, but how does it stand compared to windows 7? Computer Repair will show you raw facts and differences between the two operating sytems created by Microsoft. START SCREEN The first things you will notice is the new Start Screen which looks like the home screen of windows phones and tablets,many people prefer the windows 7 over 8 in this case. SECURITY Windows …
If you own a computer then you must definitely be asking yourself what the most cost-effective computer repair service costs are. There are many answers to your query and each answer will rely on a number of factors which will definitely also mean taking into consideration the age of your computer ; if your computer is so old that repairing it’ll turn out to be terribly hard and boring then …
Microsoft Silverlight is windows counterpart of Adobe Flash Player the dominant standard for multimedia Web applications. It is not used very often on the web as Flash is the standard. Only a very few websites use Silverlight, with the most popular being Netflix. Most people install it as Microsoft keeps pushing it to you with new updates and other sources. Silverlight is probably unnecessary for you if you don’t …
A few years ago browsers were essentially limited to the function just display text and images from the net, now they have developed into an indispensable all-rounders. Word processing, video streaming, video telephony, data storage, image editing – now they form the gateway to the world of infinite possibilities. Instead of locally installed software take over more and more web services. But which browser you drive the most? Computer repair …
An easy way to identify which web browser you are using is by recognizing the header, or top of the browser. Compare your browser to the images below. Internet Explorer If you can see this logo – you have a big problem. You need to update your windows and browser ASAP. This web browser does not support many modern features. And it is very unsafe for your computer. If you …
Due to the open structure of Android is much more vulnerable to malware than the mobile operating systems from Microsoft or Apple. Similarly, the proliferation of malicious programs is significantly higher than on iOS or Windows Phone. The manufacturer of McAfee anti-virus software now gives concrete numbers to the amount of malware apps on Android. Thus, dissemination of harmful programs under the Google’s mobile operating system had increased by 35 …
Microsoft is the final release of Windows 8 .1 probably deliver in October to consumers. Also TechNet and MSDN subscribers will not receive the update sooner, not like Windows 8 shortly after the release to manufacturing (RTM) in August. The reports ZDNet blogger and expert on Microsoft Mary Jo Foley, citing one of their most reliable informants. Thus, the software giant, Windows 8.1 withhold after its completion until about mid-October …
From 18th October windows 8.1 update and standalone version will be officially available. Windows 8 has been selling worst than expected. With windows 8.1 Microsoft hopes to redeem glory days back. This Windows update will be largest for this OS version. We will introduce some new functions, overview disabled features and give few tips for update installation. New for Windows 8.1 Windows 8 was more tablet friendly instead of …
Not everyone’s a professional – but most of us rely on computers for all sorts of things, from connecting with friends and family to running a home business. And here’s the thing. We all know some of the stuff we ought to do to keep our laptops and PCs running smoothly, securely and quickly – but how many of us know it all? We’ve put together a list of the …
We’ve tested 12 of the most popular free antivirus programs on the market – so you can get ahead of the curve for 2014. We tested their compatibility with Windows 8.1, the Windows load speed with the antivirus program installed, the load speed of the programs themselves: and of course the zapping power each one has when it comes to shooting down the bad guys. We looked at spyware protection, …
When most of today’s financial payments are made online, it is very important to know how to protect yourself from hackers and internet frauds. With every day identity thieves ability to steal your personal information gets better and better. Computer Repair London gives you 5 examples of popular scams today. We hope this knowledge will help you avoid any scams or frauds and help you to find out who and …
Not sure what to believe when it comes to online safety? There are so many rumours concerning internet viruses, banking scams and dangerous emails that it can usually seem easier just to stop listening and trust completely in your anti-virus software to provide you with online safety. Unfortunately, it takes a bit more vigilance to keep your computer protected from these dangerous invaders. Won’t my anti-virus software keep my computer …
Web browsers are becoming the main gateway for all services on the internet. Internet Explorer, Google Chrome and Mozilla’s Firefox will be tested. Which browser is the best? There is our test. Google chrome 31 New version of Google’s browser offers just a few new functions, but shows the areas where they are developing in. There is a new app shortcut in the bookmarks bar. With Google Chrome 31, the …
With Christmas coming up, the big buying season is on its way. On that occasion we have tested 14 new tablet computers. They were all put up to the test. It is doubtful that today you could find gadgets that are being sold faster than tablets. There are more of them being sold that laptops and netbooks nowadays. This is beneficial for the users as with more units being sold, …
London’s full of computer repair companies – which makes it hard to find one you know you can trust. And of course you’ll never know whether your laptop repair or desktop repair has been done properly, or to a standard commensurate with the cost of the service, until after the service has been completed. First and foremost, then: a piece of advice that applies to computer repairs companies as to …
Well there’s no denying it – No matter how new or how well maintained our computers are, we have a tendency to all encounter laptop problems eventually. The sensible news is that we do not have to face them alone. There are a large amount of resources offered to steer us through laptop issues however it may take a very little knowledge in knowing the way to access them. This …
Your best protection against laptop crimes is your own knowledge. Hopefully the suggestions higher than can prompt you into taking applicable action and into protecting your laptop with the instructed tools. In doing therefore, you’ll not solely protect yourself, you will prevent the spread of those malicious activities and shield others at the identical time. Advances in pc technology could be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it affords us …