Gotcha Computers

Name: Gotcha Computers
Address: 104 s. Macoupin Street, Gillespie, IL, 62033, US
Telephone: +12177100864
Price range: $

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•Repair all brands of desktop computers
•Repair all brands of laptop computers
•Install OS - All Versions Supported
•Data Backup and Recovery
•Networking - Plan, Install, Setup
•Wireless Networking
•Virus and Spyware Removal
•Memory Installation
•Printer install and repairs
•Software Installation
•Software Development
•Website design and development
•System Tune-Up
•Computer Cleaning
•Recycler for all Computer Equipment

12/13/2024

Public notice announcement, this is info scam , DO NOT ENTER ANY INFORMATION, dont click links

06/28/2024

Use a few tricks and retrieved the data!

01/14/2024

OK, here is another one going on right now, facebook message

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THIS IS A SCAM, the link will attempt to install some spyware or etc.

11/09/2023

Ok , here is another example of a phishing scam

1. Grammar mistakes
2. Logo slightly off
3. Email address from and to

now what do u do?
1. Add to block senders list
2. Report to your email host
3. Forward to all your friends . Just kidding , DELETE IT

Always Never forget to backup the backup

06/15/2023

Alert!

If anyone contacts you regarding money owed to, you, do not let them onto your computer nor let them onto your bank website account

this has occurred several times in the last several days please be aware

this has been a gotchacomputers public service announcement. Please surf safely people.

06/10/2021

OK be aware there are emails coming from what appears to be legitimate sources such as Norton LifeLock AVG a vast claiming that your order is auto renewed and they debited your bank account these are scams to gain control of your PC to copy data

03/12/2021

I just received a phone call from a person claiming to be a Microsoft certified technician. The call listed Litchfield as the origin of call, but this was not the case, its a simple change to mask the phone number as a different location. This called and stated that my computer has been infected with malware and viruses because they have discovered the infections. So he wants me to get on the computer so he can remote in and fix. I played along to obtain information in regards to his effort. So I started an old test workstation and let him give me a list of directions leading to a remote control screen allowing him to control the workstation.
I however started a keystoke , screen and process recorder to review his actions. He downloaded an application and started a scan which displayed false results. He indicated that in order to fix he would need money for the removal software. I asked if he accepted bitcoin or ravencoin, nope, lol. I then asked if I could send a check to him, give me your address, nope, hah.
I then said I would bring it to him since he is located in Litchfield, long silence, nope.

I asked to speak to a manager as he wasn't very helpful with payment, and started to complain about time, cost, etc. just to waste some more of his time,

Click dial tone

1. Do not let anyone remote into your computer unless verified.

They will display a false screen while they copy your hard drive

2. Microsoft certified technicians should not be calling with this type of call.

3. Ask for their name, location, phone, company name, ID number.

They will most likely hang up.

4. Backup early and often and do not keep passwords and important information on the computer's hard drive.

New viruses and malware can infect a computer even with the best anti-virus protection, backups are the best protection.

08/12/2020

If you get this on your screen , the best and quickest solution is to power computer off and on . These pop ups are occurring more often and are a scheme to access the computer and obtain a credit card when you call. Please do not provide any personal information over the phone or internet unless though a verified transaction provider like PayPal, square , Venmo and etc that offer buyer protection.

And as always Please b a safe surfer and empty your cache at least a few times a year ;>}

10/03/2014

If you haven't heard about them, there is a new threat that is becoming more fearsome, ransomware.

What: Ransomware is a type of malware that tries to extort money from you. One of the newest, CryptoLocker, encrypts files and attempts to force payment of hundreds of dollars to obtain access ($300), If you attempt to remove the encrypted files, the cost rises to over $2000 for the hijackers to send the un-encrypted files back.

Who: The current malware is now produced by organized crime abroad in Russia, China, etc. for profit and has become increasingly sophisticated.

How: Not all ransomware is identical. The key thing that makes a piece of malware “ransomware” is that it attempts to extort a direct payment from you.

Some ransomware may be disguised. It may function as “scareware,” displaying a pop-up that says something like “Your computer is infected, purchase this product to fix the infection” or “Your computer has been used to download illegal files, pay a fine to continue using your computer.”

In other situations, ransomware may be more up-front. It may hook deep into your system, displaying a message saying that it will only go away when you pay money to the ransomware’s creators. This type of malware could be bypassed via malware removal tools or just by reinstalling Windows.

Ransomware is becoming more and more sophisticated. One of the latest scams, CryptoLocker, starts encrypting your personal files as soon as it gains access to your system, preventing access to the files. CryptoLocker then displays a message informing you that your files have been locked with encryption and that there is limited time
to pay. For $300, they’ll send the encryption key.

Prevention: Ransomware arrives through email attachments, via the Java plug-in (Webads and hotspot clicks) and installed on computers that are part of the Zeus botnet.
•Use a good antivirus product
•Avoid running suspicious files, such as .exe attached to emails, websites with free software, and adultsites.
•Keep your software updated.

Resolution: Unplug from the internet and turn off computer until a backup is made from a PE environment so that further invection is prevented and then perform a Safe boot to restore affected files.

Solution: Backup to offline storage such as a disk or cloud storage that enables a system or file restore from source.

04/24/2014

Microsoft Surface RT 32 GB with cracked screen - FIXED!

I also, fix iphones, ipads, ipods and other cracked or damaged screens.

04/04/2014

Model Dell Flat Panel P2211H
Screen Size 21.5-inch
Max Resolution 1920 x 1080
Contrast Ratio 1000:1
Ports VGA, DVI-D, 1x USB Type B, 2x USB Type A
Warranty Thirty (30) Day Warranty

Only $100 delivered/setup.
Other models available as well. 15" - 30" dell monitors.

03/07/2014

SOLD, SOLD.. But I have another unit with a smaller hard drive with same features for $275, if you like fast, I can change hard drives with Solid State for $100 more.

New Dell Laptop 15" Intel Pentium 2127U Dual Core Processor with windows 8, 4GB Ram, 500GB HD, CD/DVD Burner, 8n1 media card reader, network 10/100 and wireless, 15" HD wide LED backlit with truelife display, office 2007 pro, roxio pro and norton anit-virus
-> All for $400 with setup.

Also, have many other laptops and desktops for any budget.
I can also custom build to specifications from the budget minded to the extreme gamer.

Address

104 S. Macoupin Street
Gillespie, IL
62033

Telephone

+12177100864

Website

http://www.gotchacomputers.com/

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