Well, have I got news for you, fixing your computer is quite easy compared to some of the skills of other trades. For example, changing your alternator can be quite difficult and does require specialized tools. But fixing your computer just requires an open mind and some freeware.
I have listed the most common problems along with their respective fixes:
- I have way too many ads and my computer is too slow: This is the most common problem that I see. Stores charge $49.99+ to solve this and it comes right back. First things first install a spyware removal program such as Adaware(www.lavasoft.com). Install it, update it, and scan. Reboot if necessary. After it has said that you are free of adaware, then defragment it(Start->Programs->Accessories->System Tools->Disk Defragmenter). After that, Install Mozilla Firefox or Internet Explorer 7(FireFox.com or Microsoft.com). That will prevent future spyware from entering
- I have a virus, what do I do???: In this case, I would verify that you do not have a program such as Norton since these are very processor intensive and they have been known to miss viruses. The best antivirus utilties are free and update themselves automatically. My personal favorite are Avast(www.Avast.com) and AVG(www.AVG.com). These are very powerful and best of all they keep the Green in your wallet!
- My computer is old and I need a new one!: When I work on a computer that is too old, sometimes it is better to just upgrade. A great place to get a fast computer at a cheap price is the Dell Outlet(www.outlet.us.dell.com). I always love their "Scratch and Dent" models since they sell them at a significant discount. Be sure to add it to your cart and pay because they have a high PC turnover rate due to demand.
So there you have it. These are words straight from an IT Guy's mouth. Hopefully after reading this, you can take this advice and have a little more Green in your life.
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