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08/15/2016

If you missed out on the Windows 10 upgrade deadline, don't worry. There's still an opportunity for you to receive a free upgrade. Microsoft is still offering those who use "assistive technologies" the free upgrade past the deadline. As of now, this does not have a definitive time frame for use. If you missed out and still would like to upgrade, it can be found here:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/accessibility/windows10upgrade?tduid=(14c348e893a91089cb2980533c6ee123)(256380)(2459594)(TnL5HPStwNw-0FBZfNm6YPFXNhiu3o52rA)()

Microsoft is committed to accessible technologies that empower people with disabilities to achieve more.

06/03/2016

If you use TeamViewer for any type of remote support or remote desktop connection, now is the time to strongly consider uninstalling the product as they've been compromised. More information on the breach here: http://www.theregister.co.uk/2016/06/01/teamviewer_mass_breach_report/

Top remote-control tool wobbles offline, blames your bad passwords for compromises

05/02/2016

All Windows OS users, QuickTime for Windows should be uninstalled effective immediately. QuickTime is an extensible multimedia framework developed by Apple Inc, which handles video, picture and, audio interactivity. Apple is ceasing support for the Windows release. What this means for Windows users is that there will be no more security updates which can pose as a potential problem later down the line. Apple has recommended QuickTime be uninstalled from any Windows machine due to this. If you use a Mac, ignore the recommendations as QuickTime will still be supported by all Mac OS platforms.

See the link below for more information.

http://blog.trendmicro.com/urgent-call-action-uninstall-quicktime-windows-today/

We’re putting the word out that everyone should follow Apple’s guidance and uninstall QuickTime for Windows as soon as possible. This is for two reasons. First, Apple is deprecating QuickTime for Microsoft Windows. They will no longer be issuing security updates for the product on the Windows Platfo…

04/29/2016

Have a Mac? No problem! Check out the latest repair featuring an iMac with a failing hard drive.
http://jbpcrepairservice.weebly.com/imac.html

A customer brought in an iMac and complained about slowness and applications not working correctly. Upon investing, it was determined that the hard drive was failing causing the problems. The hard...

04/27/2016

Don't forget, the last day to upgrade to Windows 10 for FREE will end on July 29, 2016! If you have Windows 7 or later, you are eligible for the free upgrade, excluding those users who have Enterprise editions of windows installed.

If you are curious about systems requirements for Windows 10, head on over to the Microsoft website below. Don't miss out on the free upgrade!


https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-specifications?OCID=win10_null_vanity_win10specs

Learn about the system requirements for the Windows 10 upgrade, which version will be installed on your device, and what languages are available.

03/27/2016

Curious as to what kind of damages can be fixed? Take a look at this customer's laptop. See the before and after photos!
http://jbpcrepairservice.weebly.com/toshiba-satellite-l655-s5165.html

A customer had a laptop with cracked screen and the keyboard was missing a few keys as a result of a drop.. They also expressed a concern about their cooling fan being louder than usual after the...

03/18/2016

Have you heard of CryptoLocker? It's a virus that falls under the category of "Ransom ware." Check out the link below for more information on CryptoLocker and how you can avoid it and stay one step ahead!
http://jbpcrepairservice.weebly.com/CryptoLocker.html

Describes what the virus CryptoLocker does to an end user computer

03/03/2016

Symptoms of a failing hard drive:
Slow boot times
Computer experiences frequent freezing or locks up
Missing/Corrupted files
Abnormal sounds such as grinding or clicking coming from the hard drive
Frequent and irregular blue screening

If you experience any of these symptoms, consider getting the hard drive checked out and replaced if necessary. In most cases where a failing hard drive is caught early, data can be salvaged so you don't lose those important documents and pictures. Don't let it get too far gone, or you might be unable to back that data up.

02/25/2016

Did you know that you can upgrade to the latest Windows operating system for free?

Microsoft has made it simple for Windows users to upgrade their Windows product to Windows 10 absolutely free of cost to the end user if they are running Windows 7 or later on their machines. This offer has been in play since the release of Windows 10 last year and will be valid until July 29 of this year!

Should you dislike the changes to the new operations system, Microsoft allows the user to downgrade their product back to the operating system it was prior to the upgrade!