Advanced Computers has been a leading provider of top-quality servicing, repairs, and parts for over 14 years. We are always looking for ways to up our game, and make your customer experience that much better, and with this in mind we are pleased to announce that Advanced Computers is now also an authorised repair centre […]
Category Archives: Computer Tips
10 steps to save your device from liquid damage
Whether you’ve dropped your smartphone in the drink, or your drink on your smartphone, this helpful guide will show you how to recover maximum operability of your laptop, computer, or smartphone after a spill. Firstly, prevention is better than cure. The best way to solve the liquid-damage problem is to keep liquids away! But when […]
VOIP solutions a bonus for business
Sooner or later your business will face the problems of rising costs, low productivity, and falling behind in the technology race. The vast array of resources available to combat each individual problem can be bewildering, but one solution that takes care of all of them is VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol). Essentially, VOIP is a […]
Keeping your kids safe online
The internet is the playground of the modern world. It’s an informational highway that directs you to virtually anything: nasty and nice. It is also a wonderful teaching tool for children, but as a parent you have to keep in mind that anything you do online, your kids can do too. Shopping, talking to strangers, […]
25 passwords to avoid
The internet requires passwords; it comes with the territory. To do anything fun in this digital wonderland you must sign up to websites, and to protect your accounts you need passwords. This is all fine and dandy, of course, but the trouble is when you can’t think of a sufficiently complicated yet easy-to-remember password. Lots […]
Top 10 ways to care for your computer
A computer or laptop represents a significant investment, so it’s a good idea to know how to take care of it. Regular maintenance and care will ensure you get many years of good service. Check out our tips below! 1. This one isn’t hard to understand: keep your drinks away, and don’t eat directly […]
What to do if you lose your smartphone
Our mobile phones have become such a crucial part of our lives that very few people leave the house without them. We all know the standard three-tap procedure before we walk out the door: keys, wallet, and phone. We are so used to being constantly connected to the world that there is nothing more frustrating […]
Microsoft’s backdoor unlocked- you could be at risk!
We all know the internet is a place rife with viruses and hackers. We are told time and time again to tread warily the digital halls of this indispensable tool, but now it appears that simply keeping antivirus software up-to-date is not enough. On March 13th Microsoft issued a statement regarding a recently discovered vulnerability […]
Using Windows 7 to Speed up Your Productivity
Whether using Windows 7 computer for home or work, everyone can benefit by handling Windows more efficiently. Simple steps can increase productivity and general usage. Here are some easy-to-implement methods to speed up your computer by speeding up they way you work. Learning shortcut keys seems daunting at first. Get over the concept that shortcuts are […]
Tablets vs. Netbooks vs. Notebooks: How to decide
It was only a few years ago when if you needed a portable computer, a notebook was your only choice. Nowadays however, a consumer looking for a portable computing device has the choice of tablets (popularized by the iPad), netbooks as well as notebooks. While choice can never really be considered a bad thing, it […]