Tips & How-to’s

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  306127th April 2015Where To Go When The ‘Computer Says No!’Where To Go When The ‘Computer Says No!’ Little Britain nailed it. How we feel when a computer, or its operator, refuses to do what we want. People tell me their first reaction to a serious system problem or major component failure is to throw out the ‘beast.’ How ap... Read More
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  232315th April 2015Watch Out For Email Scams Phishing For Your DetailsWatch Out For Email Scams Phishing For Your Details warns Peter Clarke of PC PAL Many of my customers have asked me about seemingly innocent emails requiring them to click links to update their details. Think twice before doing anything - a recent Which? article warned of th... Read More
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  316411th March 2015Telephone ScamsTelephone Scams Cybercriminals often use the names of well-known companies in their scams. They think it will convince you to give them money or personal information. The scam goes like this; You receive an unsolicited phone call and are told there is a virus or problem with... Read More
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  290411th March 2015The Keyboard And Keyboard Shortcuts…The Keyboard And Keyboard Shortcuts… Using specific keys on your keyboard or in combination as “shortcuts”, can make it easier and faster to navigate around your computer, different programs and when surfing the internet. Shortcut keys are usually a combination of keys... Read More
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  338210th March 2015Data Back UpData Back Up If the prospect of recovering all your files following a disaster seems a scary thought then you need a backup. Data back up has been a common practice in business for a long time. And for good reason. The damage that can be caused through the loss of business d... Read More
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  23085th March 2015Fishy Follow Up To PUPs – Adware Isn’t Always Down To YouFishy Follow Up To PUPs - Adware Isn't Always Down To You advises Peter Clarke of PC PAL In my January article I reported on the increased number of calls I was receiving for a problem I've written about previously - PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs). Several of my custom... Read More
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  297912th January 2015Anyone get PUPs for Christmas?Anyone get PUPs for Christmas? asks Peter Clarke of PC PAL For the past month or so I have seen an increase in the number of calls for a problem I've written about previously - PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs). Several of my customers have asked me to solve issues such a... Read More
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  21118th December 2014Do You Have A New Years Resolution?Do You Have A New Years Resolution? asks Peter Clarke of PC PAL A lot of New Year’s resolutions revolve around adopting a healthier lifestyle. When you are planning yours please don’t forget your computer – after all it is a member of the family that can really benefit... Read More
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  210510th November 2014Considering A New Tablet, Laptop Or All-In-One PC For Christmas?Considering A New Tablet, Laptop Or All-In-One PC For Christmas? Asks Peter Clarke of PC PAL I have had several customers who want to replace an old computer but are unsure of what to buy; there are so many choices with new technology. The first question you should ask yours... Read More
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  24047th November 2014Computer Repair Specialist Warns Of Rogue ‘Computer Fix It’ CallersComputer Repair Specialist Warns Of Rogue 'Computer Fix It' Callers Damian Holland who is part of the nationwide network of qualified and fully insured PC PAL Computer Engineers is advising members of the public and business owners to be on their guard if they receive a tele... Read More