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Author Archives: quill
Internet Explorer Zero-day vulnerability – time to change
Microsoft’s Internet Explorer Web browser has been exposed to have a vulnerability that hackers have been exploiting — before Microsoft has had a chance to respond with a patch. (this is the meaning of the term Zero Day, a hole … Continue reading
Posted in Computer Questions and Answers, Security, Viruses and malware
Tagged Browser, Firefox, Internet, Internet Explorer, Java, Javascript, Malware, NoScript, Security, Website, Windows, Zero Day
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Q. What is a NAS drive and how would I use it?
NAS stands for Network Attached Storage. It means any stand-alone hard drive or storage unit that is connected to an Ethernet network, and can be shared by the devices on that network. This is distinct from a USB or Firewire … Continue reading
Posted in Computer Questions and Answers, General Computer, Hard Drives and SSD, Internet and Networking
Tagged Backup, Hard Drive, Hardware, Macintosh, NAS, Network, Security, Server, Sharing, Storage, Streaming, Windows
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Routers – home and small business router vulnerabilities
We think (a lot) about keeping our computers up to date, virus free and protected with passwords. But stop and consider this: the wireless router that sits in the corner of the office and quietly handles all your WiFi and … Continue reading
Posted in General Computer, Internet and Networking, Security, Viruses and malware
Tagged Administration, Hacking, Internet, Intrusion, Malware, Network, Password, Protection, Router, Security, Virus, Vunerability
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Q. Where did OCZ Technologies go? What happens to my warranty?
OCZ Technologies (OCZ Technology Group) was a leading edge producer of performance computer products – at first RAM memory and power supplies for gaming and overclocking, then they took on SSD solid state drives and abandoned the RAM and power supply … Continue reading
Posted in Computer Questions and Answers, Hard Drive News, Hard Drives and SSD
Tagged Bankrupt, OCZ Technology, SATA, Solid State Drive, SSD, Warranty
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New ‘NetFlix’ phishing scam
There is another variation on the bank account phishing scam – this time targetting NetFlix customers and with the potential for a lot of harm. A pop up screen or email claiming that your Netflix account has been suspended, with … Continue reading
Posted in Computer Questions and Answers, Security, Viruses and malware, Windows questions
Tagged Antivirus, Internet, Malware, Netflix, Phishing, Scam, Security, Virus, Windows
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Can I build a gaming computer for under $1000 (Feb. 2014 edition)
Feb. 2014 An exercise in budget computing is to build a computer that will give acceptable gaming performance for under $1000. In the past year we have seen hard drive prices skyrocket, then come back down to near normal pricing, … Continue reading
Posted in General Computer, How-To, PC Gaming, Upgrading
Tagged AMD, Budget, Build, Do it yourself, Gaming, Hardware, Intel, Performance, Upgrade
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Q. How do I add memory to an Apple Mac Pro tower?
There are three main generations of Mac Pro machines, each generation has particular RAM types and installation procedures The models from 2006 to early 2008 use FB-DIMMs with large heatsinks in 667 MHz and 800 MHz. These models have two … Continue reading
Posted in Mac questions, Memory, Uncategorized, Upgrading
Tagged Apple, Install, Macintosh, Memory, Performance, Repair, Upgrade
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Don’t Click on the Fake Java Updater
It’s rearing its ugly head again – the fake Java Update sites are salting reputable websites with poisoned banner ads, which take you to a “Update your Java now” message. These pop up even if your Google Chrome settings are … Continue reading
Posted in Computer Questions and Answers, Security, Viruses and malware, Web News
Tagged Browser, Java, Malware, Security, Trojan horse, Virus
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Q. Can I upgrade the CPU processor in my Desktop machine?
Maybe. And sometimes No. The first thing to know is what CPU socket your motherboard has. You cannot put an Intel chip in an AMD socket or vice versa. And within the processor brands, you have to exactly match the … Continue reading
Posted in Computer Questions and Answers, General Computer, Upgrading
Tagged AMD, BIOS, Intel, Motherboard, Processor, Replace CPU, Socket, Upgrade
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Local News – Driving School in Victoria BC – Ingrid Weighton
From time to time we recommend local Victoria BC people who do an exceptional job for their customers. One of these is Ingrid Weighton, of Ingrid Weighton’s Driver Education Ltd. www.drivingcoach.ca Ingrid specializes in one on one driver training — … Continue reading
Zero Day Java Exploit – Disable Java Now
There is yet another series of malware out which exploits holes in the Oracle (Sun) Java language, including the most recent version (Java 7 Update 10) as of Jan 12 2013. Disable Java in your Web browser now. After the … Continue reading
Q. How do I get rid of ib.adnxs.com
ib.adnxs is browser redirect malware that installs into your browser, and sends your web searches to different sites instead of where you want to go. It will persistently popup its own addresses in your browser. It will change your home … Continue reading