In this Article AJR will go over some Important Laptop Maintenance Tips, To keep your laptop running in tip top condition. 1) Avoid dust at all costs Dust is a laptop’s nemesis, it will work its way inside the chassis and risks clogging fans and overheating your laptop components. There are a few simple steps...
Understanding the Blue Screen of Death
Want to know what the term BSOD is? in this article AJR explain, Understanding the Blue Screen of Death. Have you ever been working on your computer when, all of a sudden, the entire screen turns blue? Officially known by Microsoft as a Stop Error, this tragic occurrence has earned the nickname Blue Screen of...
Is Your Computer Making You Blind
Is your computer making you blind ? Probably not. But a condition called Computer Vision Syndrom (CVS) is caused by prolonged computer use resulting in blurry vision, headaches, dry eyes and even neck and shoulder pain. In most cases, CVS is only temporary, and once you stop using the computer the symptoms go away....
AJR Explains -The Best Computer to Buy For You..?
We had a call this week from a customer who said they were looking to buy a new computer and were so confused even more now as they had been into a big box store to have a look, obviously we will not mention any names…but you properly guessed the store the customer visited! The store...
ICT Classes “boring” Stimulation Is Needed!
In this article AJR look at the subject of ICT Classes “boring” Stimulation Is Needed! Having worked in the educational IT sector for many years in a lead role i have noticed allot of changes in the ICT curriculum some good and some not so good, one area in particular computer hardware and computer networks...
A New ‘Start’ or Beginning of the End For Windows 10?
This month’s release of Windows 10 is set to lead in the next era of Microsoft. In this short article AJR thinks about Microsofts new operating system and wonders if it will be A New ‘Start’ or Beginning of the End For Windows 10? As Microsoft sets to release Windows 10 later this month, it’s very difficult to...
Ways To Increase Your Internet Security
In this article AJR will go through Ways To Increase Your Internet Security. The theft of your personal information, then use of it without your permission, is identity theft. Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the world today, and can have devastating effects on personal and business finances, credit...
Can You Recognise a Dangerous Email ?
Can You Recognise a Dangerous Email ? in this article AJR will explain how you can tell them apart. You probably receive daily obvious scams to your inbox every day. These are emails that talk about friends or long lost relatives in a far-away land that either need money or want to give...
“Microsoft” Phone Call To Fix Your Computer Is a Scam
Here at AJR over the past week we have had a wave of computers and laptop in the workshop, Our customers will call us and say they had a call from Microsoft and someone took control of their computer over the internet to fix some issues, and now its doing all kinds of strange things,...
Always Turn Business Computers Off Over Night
In this article AJR will explain why you should, Always Turn Business Computers Off Over Night. It’s been a long day in the office, and you’re preparing to leave for the day to head off home. You lock your screen, turn the screen off, stand up and leave your desk but you also leave the PC power running. Numerous...