Links
We have compiled a list of high quality products and services for you and
your computing environment. We use and recommend these products, services
and companies. The programs below require little or no maintenance on your part.
However, it is very important that they be installed and setup properly
initially. We are happy to properly install and train you on the use of the
following programs. It does not take long and is well worth your time!
Anti-Virus and Anti-Malware Software: The most important piece of
software to have on your computer is anti-virus protection. Our favorite
product for this changes frequently. We like to recommend the best smallest,
fastest anti-virus that finds viruses the most popular anti-virus programs
don't. Please contact us for our current favorite.
Our currently recommended free anti-virus is the AVG
Anti-Virus software that is available for private, non-commercial, single
home computer use only. It is located
here.
Firewall Software: Another very important piece of
software for any computer that is connected to the internet. This software
keeps internet intruders from accessing your computer from the internet.
Windows has a built-in firewall that protects you
from most of these attacks. More sophisticated firewall software can also protect
you from viruses and spyware/malware from sending personal information out
to those that would use that information to exploit you or your computer.
Our favorite firewall product is
Comodo Firewall. If you are not sure
if you need this, give us a call and we will help you determine what you need.
Spyware, Adware and Malware Software: Over 80% of
computers have it! And they cause everything from pop-ups, slow computers to
identity theft! There are many anti-spyware software packages
out there, but it is hard for them to keep up with the spyware writers. This
means that many people that have anti-spyware software running also have
spyware running. The only way to be sure that you are clean from spyware is
to have a qualified technician do a complete system check and manually
remove any spyware found.
Email Spam: If you get a lot of email spam,
call us. We will help you pick the perfect
anti-spam software for your needs.
Computer Performance: The number one thing most
computers need to improve their computer's performance as far as hardware
upgrades go is memory or RAM. For that, nobody beats
Crucial. They will help
you decide what type of memory to get, ship it fast and free and even help
you install it. Their prices are the lowest we have found too! For the
typical computer user, 2GB (gigabytes) of memory (RAM) is sufficient.
However, what is right for you depends on many other factors including your
version of Windows, processor speed in the computer and so on. They even
have a free tool that will evaluate your system and make recommendations on
memory for you.
All the other stuff for your computer: In our opinion,
TigerDirect
is a great place to get computer upgrades, printers, cameras, ink, CD's,
DVD's, networking equipment, software, and much more! Their customer
support is great, their prices are low, their shipping is fast. We recommend
you check them out before you buy anything electronic from anyone else.
Test your firewall: Click on the link below and then
click on the "Shields UP!" picture. You will be taken to a second page where
you will need to scroll halfway down the page to click on "ShieldsUP!"
again. Finally, click on the proceed button and follow the instructions on
that page. It provides comprehensive firewall testing and explanations of
the tests and results. If you have any questions about the tests or results,
please call Taylor at 888-896-9662.
http://www.grc.com/
|