Dec 17th 09 Posted by Jason Vasquez

new computer setup

The following are tips on how to setup a new computer: 1 – Install and update AntiVirus software. 2 – Install all Windows or Mac updates. 3 – Remove all the “Junk” software that came with your computer that you will not use. 4 – If you have wireless access, make sure you are using WPA or WPA2 security. If you have any trouble with the above items, feel free to give us a call to... read more

Nov 30th 09 Posted by Jason Vasquez

top holiday scams to avoid

The holidays are a wonderful time of year…for criminals. Beware of these scams that are prevalent during the holiday season. Dangerous Downloads While the occasional dancing elf, Hanukkah Jingle or Winter screensaver may be nice, beware of what you click on. May viruses can be spread through email and infected web links. What’s worse, some holiday-themed downloads can leave you vulnerable to... read more

Nov 24th 09 Posted by Jason Vasquez

technology thanks!!!

We all take technology for granted…including myself. If you take a moment to think about how miraculous all the gadgets and gizmos we use every day are, we would give thanks. The fact that we all carry around phones with more computing power that what got us to the moon is just amazing. I am thankful that technology has made us more productive and has been able to keep people connected more than ever.... read more

Nov 10th 09 Posted by Jason Vasquez

netbook vs. notebook (laptop) computers

It’s the holiday time and if you are in the market for a new laptop, keep these tips in mind when choosing. Netbooks or “Mini Notebooks” are inexpensive mini laptops. They are a fraction of the size of regular laptops and have many limitations. Notebooks/laptops are larger, more expensive yet more powerful. Netbooks have many limitations to them. Their screens and keyboards are small. Most do not... read more

Nov 3rd 09 Posted by Jason Vasquez

wireless security 101

Do you have wireless internet access at home or in the office? Wireless networking products are so inexpensive, it seems just about anyone can set one up in a matter of minutes. Here in lies the danger. Many wireless routers you buy off the shelf are inherently insecure; they come wide open for anyone to connect to. What can you do to secure your wireless network?... read more

Oct 20th 09 Posted by Jason Vasquez

be afraid, be very afraid….

When it comes to online security, I tend to err on the side of caution. Identity theft and credit card fraud is very real. It can happen to the best of us, as I learned on my last vacation. I was using the hotel internet kiosk to print my airline boarding pass. I suspected something was wrong when it wouldn’t allow me to print. Long story short, minutes later my account was hacked, and the hackers were... read more

Oct 13th 09 Posted by Jason Vasquez

free antivirus for all PCs!

That’s right…I said FREE!!! Microsoft has finally come out with their very own AntiVirus software for PCs…Microsoft Security Essentials. From my experience it is very good. It may not be as fast as some of the other programs out there, but that is because it is thoroughly scanning each and every file on your system to keep you safe. Stop paying those yearly fees for your AntiVirus software... read more

Oct 6th 09 Posted by Jason Vasquez

backup! backup! backup!

I wanted to start inaugural edition of Scene in SCV with one of the most important topics when it comes to computers and technology. It is one of the first things I ask my clients about and yet one of the last things we all think to do. I am talking about backing up our computers. Think about how important the information on our computers is to each of us. For some it’s a lifetime of photos or music, for... read more