** INFORMATIVE TID-BITS **
From this page I will share all sorts of tid bits of information I come across. For example how to fix phone functions or not functioning to computer repairs or great programs that may help with issues you may have to great useful programs.
So come back regularly and check these pages for the latest updates. We also welcome your input and comments on this page. Maybe you can offer some help or have your own Tid Bits of information to share.
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Please also feel welcome to post some of your useful information below, too.
Standard Hard Drive (HDD) Verses Solid State Drive (SSD). Real World Example
I was doing a Clone Job for a client today (Copying his data) from the standard Laptop Drive to a new 2.5″ Crucial SSD. While doing it, I thought it was about time to record a real-world and a typical example of what I see every day and what I try to generally explain to my customers as to the … Continue reading →
Hackers Use Fake Corona Antivirus to Distribute BlackNET Remote Malware
Cybercriminals continue to use the coronavirus crisis in various spam campaigns to trick the people in installing a variety of malware. In the current scenario, all started working from home, connecting company network from home, attackers trying to take advantage of it. Please Read More Here https://gbhackers.com/fake-corona-antivirus/
Continue reading →FormBook Trojan Disguised as Coronavirus Updates from WHO
With heightened panic regarding the coronavirus, the Trojan FormBook is sending emails impersonating the World Health Organization regarding COVID-19 outbreak. This comes after other phishing campaigns from AzorUlt and Emotet took advantage of the public health emergency and preyed on individuals in the United States and the UK. FormBook is an information-stealing Trojan and will inject code in targeted applications … Continue reading →
Microsoft’s Windows 7 – End of LIFE is HERE!
Just a Heads Up and or a Reminder to any and everyone that may be still be using Windows 7 on their Laptop or Desktop Computer.Windows 7 has reached its end of life as of 14th of January 2020.Windows 7 has not received any programs updates, patches or bug fixes since January 13, 2015. But now, as of 14th January … Continue reading →
Windows 10, How, When, and Why to Set a Connection as Metered
A lot of people are having problems with excess internet usage. Those people that have limited wireless or Satelite connections, this can become an extremely expensive problem also with excess usage charges for example. Have a look at this page below, where it has been explained what’s going on and specifically how to do something about it. Click Here to … Continue reading →
Sky Muster Satelite Plans
Since the Sky Muster sateliet went up there has been thousands of people connecting to it for their Internet access and their Phone services also. But I am still being asked a lot, Which Provider should I use? Anyway I found a website that’s called BIRRR (Better Internet for Rural, Regional and Remote Australia), that answers most of those difficult … Continue reading →
Why is My Computer Running Slow?
SLOW COMPUTERS, WHY IS THIS HAPPENING? I am constantly hearing people talking about their computer is running slow. I’m also hearing all sorts of theories mostly from the general public as to why it’s slow, but also theories coming from people that should know much better, (there may be ulterior motives for this). So, I thought I would put together … Continue reading →
3 Online Scams to Avoid
Thanks to an article by Adam Turner from MYOB From bogus invoices to fake parcel deliveries, scammers love an unassuming target. If you believe Hollywood, then high-tech con artists love to pull off billion-dollar heists to rip off multinational giants. In real life, scammers are often far less ambitious. These days you’re less likely to hear from a phony Nigerian … Continue reading →
Mobile Phone Ring Time Adjustment
Telstra Mobile and Boost Mobile Sick of running across the room to answer your phone only to get there one ring too late? Well then check out this helpful tip to give you more time before you miss a call. If you use either Telstra or Boost Mobile phone service, you will have noticed that when your phone rings, it … Continue reading →
iPhone Backdoor Access.
Apparently the US Government has ordered that Apple is to create Backdoor access to their phones. In my opinion this is a very dangerous path to go down. Dangerous and Irresponsible for Everyone. Please have a read of the attached article (click the link below). Is very important to be aware of this possibility that is upon right now, it … Continue reading →
How Does your Anti Virus Program Rate
I have always wanted to know exactly how well the various Virus programs actually work. You can look up so called comparison sites but to date all of these have an agenda. That is to say they want to sell you a virus program, in some cases they don’t care which one, but usually have a favourite, the one that … Continue reading →
A New RANSOMWARE Variant
The most recent Ransomware variant that is circulating around Australia is a modified Australia Post attack. See a screenshot of this below. Make sure web reputation is on Block hxxp://auspoststorage.org/ Alert users in your company to be aware of the attacks Read more about Ransomware, and here.
Continue reading →To Maintain or Not?
I had the joy today of opening a desktop computer that clearly had not been maintained in any way for many years. Like Anything, maintenance IS required. In this case, the motherboard had died. Why did it die? Well, it certainly was not because it was over maintained. I suspect it was because it was so full of dust it … Continue reading →
Uploading TV Clips
Is it legal to upload TV clips from my favourite shows to sites like YouTube? In most cases, it’s not legal to copy content you don’t own. Sites like YouTube have been known to contain clips, for example, from popular television shows. However, such clips are often posted without permission from the networks — and some networks are in … Continue reading →
Is Your HDD still In Warranty
Seagate Hard Drives carry up to a 5 year warranty. You can find out if your Hard Drive is still under it’s warranty period by checking here via the Serial number and Model numbers.
Continue reading →Rollback
Rollback is a lifesaver type program. This program can save your bacon more often than you think. In short, if your computer gets infected by a virus, malware, or if a program is installed that shouldn’t have been installed or a program install corrupts your computer, all you have to do is roll your computer back to a date before … Continue reading →
Malware What is it?
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Malware, short for malicious software, is any software used to disrupt computer operation, gather sensitive information, or gain access to private computer systems. Malware is defined by its malicious intent, acting against the requirements of the computer user, and does not include software that causes unintentional harm due to some deficiency. The term badware is … Continue reading →
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