November 4, 2021 · Microsoft, Windows & Software
Microsoft has been telling its customers that Windows 11 requires a special security chip called TPM (Trusted Platform Module) 2.0 for months. Does this mean you have to go out and buy a module to fulfill this requirement? For the majority of PC users, the answer is no. You can easily get around the TPM
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October 28, 2021 · Managed IT & On-Site Support
After Microsoft announced in 2015 that Windows 10 would be the operating system’s last version number, many thought there would never be a Windows 11. However, new competition from Chrome OS in combination with the pandemic has likely made the case for a significant operating system upgrade. After all, the featured upd
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July 15, 2020 · Managed IT & On-Site Support
• A recent update for Outlook’s “Patch Tuesday” is causing Office 365 and Outlook 2016 to crash upon startup. • Are you looking for a fix for an Outlook bug? Contact CSN for fast service! July 14, 2020, Microsoft has received a barrage of criticism from distraught customers around the globe who have Outlook and
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March 15, 2019 · Managed IT & On-Site Support
This may seem like a simple question, but there are more factors at play in this one than many people realize. While most computer experts agree that an office computer should last between three to five years before being replaced, there are many factors that determine the lifespan of your computer. From the initial qu
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February 7, 2019 · Managed IT & On-Site Support
End of Support On January 14, 2020, Microsoft will officially stop supporting Windows 7 with security updates. While your computer won’t suddenly stop running after the end of life date, your operating system (OS) will be left vulnerable to emerging threats. The large number of Windows 7 users could actually entice mis
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October 29, 2018 · Cybersecurity & Malware
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December 1, 2017 · Managed IT & On-Site Support
Most computers have an account which by default allows unrestricted access and control to all of the commands and programs on an operating system. This account is called a “root” account by Macintosh and Linux, and “administrator” by Windows. Earlier this week Apple released its next big operating system update: MacOS
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August 11, 2016 · Computer Repair
Windows 10 has been out for some time now, but I want to share a trick that has only recently fallen under my radar. Not many Windows users know this little gimmick, but apparently it has been making its rounds for Windows computers since Windows 7. Somewhat inappropriately dubbed as “GodMode”, this little hidden gem
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April 18, 2016 · Data Backup & Recovery
It seems that no matter how much hard drive space we have on our computers we’re always clamoring for more. Whether you’re keeping a bunch of pictures on your PC or you’re downloading a lot of content, there just never seems to be enough space. Sure there are a lot of ways to fix this
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March 2, 2016 · Microsoft, Windows & Software
When the Microsoft Surface Book released there were an embarrassing number of issues that users quickly noticed. The dreaded blue screen of death kept popping up, drivers would crash, and the docking app for the display would periodically crash. Microsoft heard the concerns of users and assured us that some of these pr
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January 15, 2016 · Microsoft, Windows & Software
What’s the common factor between Windows 10 and some of the most prominent actors of the Golden Age of Hollywood? They are both accused of being spies! Just like Charlie Chaplin and Helen Keller (yes, that’s real), Windows 10 has been accused of spying. Specifically, Windows 10 has been accused of spying on literally e
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July 31, 2015 · Microsoft, Windows & Software
Windows 10 was officially released on Wednesday andI know you’re totally having a great time with it right? Well I mean if you were able to download it that is. According to reports, some 14 million PCs have downloaded Windows 10. While that is a staggering number it still doesn’t include everyone, myself included. Acc
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March 24, 2015 · Cybersecurity & Malware
You can be as careful as you want on the internet, and sometimes it just isn’t enough. You should always have some type of antivirus software on your computer. Right now we are going to look at the best software to protect yourself in no particular order. And always remember that Mac computers are NOT
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January 22, 2015 · Computer Repair
First Year Free The first exciting bit of news is the one that has been swirling around the internet all day, and that is, for the first year of its release Windows 10 will be free to upgrade to. So if you have Windows 7 or 8 you will be able to purchase and install
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November 21, 2014 · Cybersecurity & Malware
Firewalls are easily considered one of the most essential features of security for your computer. A firewall is a network security system that controls the incoming and outgoing network traffic based on applied rule set. A firewall establishes a barrier between a trusted, secure internal network and another network (e.
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