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This newsletter will give you repair and support tips
and tricks
to help you
keep your computer running fast and error free.
This newsletter is written for you,
my subscriber.
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Top
7 Things to do to Keep your Computer Running Right
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How to use System Restore
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How to Backup your Important Pictures, Documents and even
your whole Hard Drive
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Firewall
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Spyware and Virus Protection Information
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Windows Update Information
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Defrag Information
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How Dust can hurt your PC
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System Restore
Everyone should learn how to use Microsoft’s System Restore. With all
the things that can go wrong with computer now a days, Spyware,
viruses, bad installs the average person needs to be able to Restore
his PC back to a working state. System Restore sets a Restore Point,
which is a snapshot of your computer at that time and then at a later
date you will be able to restore your computer to that working
condition.
System Restore will automatically create restore points when you do certain
actions, like installing new software, drivers and some automatic updates. It’s
a very good idea to know how to set a Manual Restore Point. I like to set a
restore point before I do any deleting of programs, cleaning off viruses/Spyware,
ECT. This way if anything go’s wrong; you can get your computer back to a
working state. I then like to set another restore point after I get the
computer running great.
Click here to read how to use Windows System Restore
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Backups
One of the worst
things that can happen to you is loosing your personal pictures,
important
documents, and even great programs that you use. Backing up your PC
should be
one of your main priorities. With the use of digital cameras, many
people hundreds, even thousands of pictures stored on one computer and
no backups of them. I also know of many people who have lost all
their pictures because of hard drive failure. This is one of the
most common problems that can happen to your PC. Protect yourself
against this common computer issue.
Click here to learn how to Backup your Computer Data
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Firewalls
If you are
connected to the internet, you NEED to have a FIREWALL installed and
running. A firewall is a software or hardware program that
protects your computer from hackers, Spyware and Viruses. Now the
issue is do you need to buy a firewall or use a free one. If you have
Windows XP, you are covered, as XP has a built-in firewall. If you
have another
operating system you will need to download a free version or paid
version from somewhere. I recommend ZoneAlarm, as their free
firewall gives you great protection. Click on the link below to
learn more and download your free firewall.
Download Free Firewall Software
Click here to learn more about Firewalls.
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Virus & Spyware
Protection
Viruses, Spyware
and Malware are very dangerous to your computer and your personal
information. To protect yourself you need these 4 types of programs.
You need a Anti-Virus, Spyware Removal, Adware Removal and a Registry
Cleaner.
Anti-Virus
Program
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Provides protection against Viruses.
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Real-time protection - stops infections as they happen.
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Gets updates for virus protection automatically.
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Scans E-Mails
Registry Cleaner
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Cleans traces of your online activities - removes internet history.
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Removes unused files and temp files from hard drive.
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Removes unused and old registry entries, invalid shortcuts.
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Helps Computer run faster by cleaning up hard drive.
Spyware Removal &
Blocker
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Removes Spyware.
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Blocks new Spyware from Infecting your computer.
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Real-Time protection against Spyware.
Adware Removal &
Blocker
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Removes Adware.
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Blocks new Adware from Infecting your computer.
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Real-Time protection against Adware.
Get a Free
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Virus & Spyware Removal eBook
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With these Step by Step instructions it will show you where to Download,
how
to Install and how to Use these 4 Free programs on from the Internet.
Why pay for protection when you
can get it for Free.
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Windows Updates
You need to make
sure your computer is regularly downloads and installs updates from
Microsoft. These updates help your computer run smoother and fix
security holes in your operating system. These updates will help
protect you from Hackers and other Spyware/Viruses while you are on
the internet.
There are two different kinds of updates. High-Priority and Optional
updates. I recommend that you turn on Automatic Updates and your
computer will download all the updates and install them for you.
Click here to learn more
about Windows Updates.
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Defrag your PC
Now I know
sometimes you might want to put a Frag Grenade inside your computer
and blow it up. ;-) There are better ways to treat your computer.
Knowing how to defrag your hard drive is one way to treat it.
Why do I need to defrag my computer? When files are saved on your
hard drive, sometimes they are not saved all in one spot on your hard
drive. They get broken up and are saved in two or three different
spots on the hard drive. When you defrag your computer, you take each
file and programs and put them in order on your hard drive. When
you are done defragging your computer, it will run faster and
smoother. The files are in order and it makes it easier for the
computer to access them.
Click here to learn more on Defragging your PC
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Clean out the
Dust from inside your PC
Just like you have
to dust your house, you also have to clean out the dust from inside
your computer. Computers attract dust inside their case and it can
cause overheating of the electric parts. When too much dust builds up
inside your PC, the computer components get too hot and will burn out
or not run as fast as it should.
The best way to take care of this is to use Canned Compressed Air to
blow out the inside of your PC. Unplug the computer from the power
source. Open up the PC case and take it outside. Blow out the dust
and make sure you blow out the CPU and any fans you see. Doing
this about once a year is always good. Do not use any household
cleaners as they can damage the circuit boards inside your PC.
Click here to learn more about how dust affects your computer
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Thank you for reading my Newsletter. If you have any comments,
questions, or ideas for
future Newsletters, please email me at
newsletter@tomshayconsulting.com.
Thomas W. Shay
Cloquet, MN
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document. We
will not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of
this information,
including, but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive,
and consequential damages.
All of my answers, suggestions and recommendations, whether directed at
you specifically,
or as found on this web site, are taken entirely at your own risk. I
can't see your computer
or all of the specific information that might affect my answer. Every
situation is different.
Similarly, I cannot be held responsible for your actions or what you do
with my answer.
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