GENERAL COMPUTING TIPS
 

How can I get FASTER Internet access for LESS money?

Sign-up for DSL or cable modem and share it (split the cost)

How can I recover data from a damaged hard drive?

  •   The best bet is to contact a data recovery service ($1,000 and up)
  •   You can also try data recovery software (less than $200)

How come my computer is running much slower than when I first purchased it?

  • Newer programs will often require more processing power
  • In general, the more programs you have installed the slower your computer will run
  • Make sure you run scandisk, scanreg and defrag once or twice a year

How do I clear the history files of Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator?

Please contact us with the exact version of your browser since it's a slightly different for each

Should I upgrade or buy a new PC?

  •   Don't upgrade if your PC is less than a Pentium II
  •   Windows 95 and 98 should have at least 64MB (best with 128MB) of RAM
  •   Windows NT, Me and 2000 should have at least 128MB (best with 256MB) of RAM
  •   Having more RAM than our recommendations will NOT have a noticeable effect

How can I get professional technical support for less than $250 per month?

If your office has less than 15 PCs and a maximum of one server all you may require is 1 monthly visit from our seasoned technicians.

Why are some PCs so much cheaper than others?

  •   The hardware and support of the cheaper vendors are often inferior
  •   Chances are you will end up spending more due to downtime

How can I connect 2 offices without having a leased line?

Use DSL to create a VPN connection between the 2 offices for SECURED communication

How can I get free technical support?

Referral bonuses can be exchanged for free technical support.

How much does it cost to wire my home or office?

  •   It depends on the design of your building but an average is $125 per wire pull
  •   In most cases it is cheaper and preferable to use wireless networking instead