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How To Avoid Being A Victim To Online Scams
Posted in Tutorials on Nov 05, 2016
<p>Money is often called the source of all evil, and it's no wonder the internet is rife with corruption and scams. Criminals—often tech-savvy individuals—invent ways to rob people of everything they've worked hard for. The way we use internet-based applications these days makes us highly vulnerable to online scams. We need to be alert, cautious, and smart with our browsing habits, as malicious internet organizations are constantly evolving how they deliver scam content. Luckily, there are some common signs that can help you identify scams. However, until you train your eye to spot intent, you ma...</p> Read More
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6 Simple Steps To Speed Up Your Computer
Posted in Tutorials on Oct 25, 2016
<p>Feeling frustrated with the speed of your computer? Perhaps you're thinking of tossing it out and spending money on a new one? Wait! Read this before you do so, it may just save you some dosh.</p> <p>Windows may slow down over time due to various reasons. It may also happen that some of the functions do not execute properly or take more than the usual time during execution. These types of issues are common, and mostly occur when your computer has become slow.</p> <p>In most cases, a restart may fix many issues; for example, an issue with your internet browser not opening may be fixed just by a restart. Howe...</p> Read More
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Protecting Windows With System Image Backups
Posted in Tutorials on Oct 14, 2016
<h1>Be Prepared: How to Backup Your Entire Windows System with System Image Backups</h1> <p>The inevitable crash can happen when you least expect it. When it does, being prepared could save you hours of frustration — and money! If not for yourself, then at least for the techs who come to help, like us at Techaroo. 🙂</p> <p>Windows offers several built-in backup options, including <strong>File History</strong> and <strong>System Image Backups</strong>. While File History keeps versions of your files and folders, System Image creates a full copy of your entire system. This means you can restore everything — Windows, apps, settings, and files — all...</p> Read More
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Prevent Ransomware In 4 Easy Steps
Posted in Tutorials on Oct 08, 2016
<p>Trust us when we say <strong>Ransomware will make you shed a tear.</strong> Honestly, it is that bad.</p> <p>Spare a few minutes and follow these simple steps to save you time and money.</p> <p>Ransomware is, in our opinion, the worst of the breed. This malicious software, also known as "malware", has for many years wreaked havoc on personal and business computers throughout the world, and unfortunately has become a part of everyday cyber attacks. While ransomware is delivered in many forms, the main infection causes are primarily through innocent looking email attachments and websites. The software installs itself after op...</p> Read More
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Creating A Windows 10 File Backup Schedule
Posted in Tutorials on Oct 05, 2016
<p>You're obviously here because you care about your data. We also care about your data, so we wrote this to guide you step-by-step on how to set up your backup schedule in Windows.</p> <p>Included in your copy of Windows 10 is a very easy-to-use application for setting up scheduled backups. Although there are two types of backup programs built into Windows, we will cover <strong>File History</strong> first.</p> <p>As you're not limited to using one or the other, we strongly suggest you use both to safeguard yourself.</p> <p>If you're ready to begin, grab a cup of tea and let's get to work.</p> <p><strong>Items you will need:</strong></p> <ul> <li>1 x External USB driv...</li></ul> Read More