Computer Repair Augusta GA - Lightspeeds PC

KeePass - Password Safe

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 10:36:00 +0000

"KeePass is a free open source password manager, which helps you to manage your passwords in a secure way. You can put all your passwords in one database, which is locked with one master key or a key file. So you only have to remember one single master password or select the key file to unlock the whole database. The databases are encrypted using the best and most secure encryption algorithms currently known (AES and Twofish)."

KeePass Password Vault

Dropbox.com - FREE 2 GB Account

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 02:58:00 +0000

Dropbox is the easiest way to store, sync, and, share files online.

There's no complicated interface to learn. Dropbox works seamlessly with your operating system and automatically makes sure your files are up-to-date. Available for Windows, Mac, and Linux.

"Put your files into your Dropbox on one computer, and they'll be instantly available on any of your other computers that also have Dropbox installed Because copies of your files are stored on Dropbox's secure servers, you can also access them from any computer or mobile device using the Dropbox website.

FREE 2 GB Account compliments of Dropbox.com

Protect Your Computer From Thieves & Hackers

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 07:34:00 +0000

If you're reading this article and are thinking that there is a 100% chance that you will protect your computer forever, then you are mistaken. There are ways to protect your computer system but no way is 100% foolproof. However you can take necessary steps to secure your PC and they will do a darn good job of protecting you.

There are a ton of ways that the information on your computer can be compromised. The first way is via worms, viruses and trojans. These programs get onto your computer when you download things from the internet that are infected. Another way to get your security breached is through hackers. Believe it or not, hackers can get to your computer when you browse onto the wrong kind of website.

I had a situation once where I was browsing online and I landed on this sites that boldly said, "You've Been Hacked!" I lost my mind because I thought that it was a joke but it wasn't. They had my IP address number and when they get that piece of information, they can do alot of things with it.

So even if you feel that you're being safe by not browsing on inappropriate websites, you need to think again. I've seen a guy get a computer virus by simply browsing on a popular music site. Anything can happen, and you should know this before you start downloading things from the internet. Here are some tips that you can use to protect your computer.

1. Protect your computer physically

That's right, be careful to whom you let use your computer. Even if you have a best friend, you should be wary of letting this person use your computer because you never know what their hobbies are on the internet. One wrong keystroke and you can have a flood of viruses on your computer. To be safe, try to limit access to your computer. If someone wants to use your computer, tell them that you're trying to stay safe and that you don't allow folks to use their computer. You never know what the person wants to use it for and it can be the difference between staying clean and having your information compromised. Here's another tip.

2. Use strong passwords

Always use good passwords to protect your system. You should use a combination of numbers, capitalized letters, and even odd characters. Passwords like these hard the hardest to crack and it will help you to be safe when browsing online.

Another thing that you don't want to do is use the same password for all of your accounts online. If a hacker gets a hold of this one passwords and knows the sites that you visit online, they can do alot of damage to you. So use a strong password and vary it up around the internet. This actually happens more often than you think, so be sure to use strong passwords starting today.

All of these tips for securing your information work if you use them. Don't be lazy and take the obvious route of doing nothing. Secure your computer today using the tips in this article.

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Looking For Some SEO Tools?

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 22:01:00 +0000

Recently stumbed upon a HUGE list of "SEO" tools, everything you can possible imagine.

SEO - Search Engine Genie

Lightspeeds Computer repair Augusta GA

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 01:27:00 +0000

Working with a new web host, and Joomla site just to get some experience with Joomla templates.

www.PcTechAugusta.com

Laptop DC Power Jack Protector

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 03:36:00 +0000

Common problem with Microsoft based laptops is the internal DC Power Jack. Overtime, just under normal use this dc power connector can weaken and break power connection with the ac power cord plug. Once this happens, no power via the laptops power cord anymore. Cost of repair $135-$200,, or worse the motherboard needs replaced, which is very expensive.

One trip over the power cord, one hard "yank" on the cord can damaged the laptops internal dc power jack. After repairing many dc jacks on laptops, I put together a simple fix that will help protect the fragile power jack on laptops.

Laptop DC Power Jack Protector $6.95

Shipping Included!

This device straps onto power cord, locks or plugs into an empty RJ45 cable jack on laptop. This takes any pressure, and stress off the fragile dc power connector inside of the laptop. It protects the laptop dc power jack from a hard "yank", or tripped over power cord. Keeps the cord around the dc jack in one position.

Once installed on the cord, and the strap tightened, it will be locked on the cord for use anytime you plug the laptops power in.

Please note: this will only work correctly if:

You have a RJ45 cable/network port on the same side as the laptops dc power jack.

As you see in pictures.................

If your laptops power jack is on the back of laptop, the RJ45 cable/network port should be on the back also.

The DC Jack Protector can be ordered here on main website:

http://augustapcrepair.com/pcaccessories.aspx

Using Google Checkout payment processing.

More photos and information on the page above

A GREAT Investment for any laptop!

Laptop DC Power Jack Protector $6.95

Shipping Included!

(Laptop & Power Cord Not Included)

How To Use SpywareBlaster 4.3

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 20:34:00 +0000

"SpywareBlaster is the great tool used to prevent spyware, adware, browser hijackers, dialers or other unwanted software from installing and infecting your computer. SpywareBlaster is not a scanning or removal tool,,, I call it a system immunizing tool, which helps block unwanted software at your internet browser level from installing on your computer. Paid version updates and protects a automatically, the FREE version updates and protection MUST be applied manually. This “How To: is for the free version of SpywareBlaster."

Quick tutorial I put together over at my Wordpress site here:

How To Use SpywareBlaster 4.3

www.AugustaPcRepair.com

Lightspeeds Computer Repair Augusta GA

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 04:35:00 +0000

Lightspeeds Computer Repair Service Augusta GA
Affordable Laptop Computer Repair Service Augusta GA

Lightspeeds Computer Repair Augusta GA is an affordable laptop computer repair service Augusta GA. Quality, fast computer repair for Evans, Martinez, Grovetown, Fort Gordon, Augusta Georgia. Lowest price computer repair service in the Augusta Georgia area!

Computer Adware-Spyware-Virus Removal Prevention Specialists

Virus Spyware Removal Starting At $59

Websites For More Information:

www.AugustaPcRepair.com

www.LaptopRepairAugusta.com

On Site Computer Repair of Augusta

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:01:00 +0000

In today's world of computer technology, individuals, home computer, laptop owners depend on fast reliable services.

Lightspeeds In Home Computer Repair of Augusta offers a full range of IT solutions to meet your entire home. High-quality service at affordable rates in the comfort and convenience of your residential location.

Why make customers go through the process of unplugging all the wires, packing the PC up in the car, dropping it off for several days, going back to pick up the PC and attempting to set it all back up again? Lightspeeds Computer Repair of Augusta makes it easy by going directly to the customer's home to handle their computer troubleshooting and repair needs.

- FREE Diagnostics, troubleshooting included.
- FREE Anti-virus and Internet Security Solutions
- Computer "Tunes-ups" & Preventative Maintenance

- Data Backup:
How often do you backup your PC?
If it were to crash or be stolen, would you lose important data?

- High Speed Cable DSL Modem Setup
- Troubleshoot and Repair

Computer Upgrades:
Is your computer a few years old? Is it slow booting up? Are you running out of hard drive space? Upgrading system memory is an excellent performance boost, a second internal storage drine or external drive will give you the added space you need. Keeping your computer virus, spyware free, limiting startup programs keeps your computer running well.

Lightspeeds specializes in virus, spyware, malware detection, removal and complete recovery. Utilizing several of the best anti virus detection programs in conjunction, to cross-check your system. Also offering free anti virus protection programs (if needed) installed free of charge.

Affordable, reasonable in home, flat rate repair & optimization computer service for Augusta, GA local area.

For more information check website:
Lightspeeds Computer Repair of Augusta, GA

Why we don't call Geek Squad - Ever!

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 01:39:00 +0000

"1) Geek Squad cut the wires from the power supply to the motherboard
plug so the power supply is worthless.
2) and a stick of RAM has been stolen from the second blue slot.
3) Geek Squad cut all of the IDE cables!
4) The Crown Jewel - Geek Squad broke the power connector off of
the Hard Drive controller."

Full Article

Lightspeeds Computer Repair's Squidoo Page

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 05:00:00 +0000

Lightspeeds Computer Repair's Squidoo Page

Intel price cuts, effective now!

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 06:34:00 +0000

"Ah, I love those days. You know, the days where you hear that a big hardware parts manufacturer, such as Intel, AMD, ATI, Nvidia, etc, announces price cuts. That alone makes my day!

Yes, it’s official, Intel are cutting prices on some of their cpu this week.
Here are the price cuts and please note that those are offical Intel prices, actual prices will eventually reach those prices than they will be lower than that."

Q6600 From $224 to $193, which is a 13.84% cut.
E8500 From $266 to $183, which is a 31.20% cut
E8400 From $183 to $163, which is a 10.93% cut
E7200 From $133 to $113, which is a 15.04% cut

More here,,, link

How To Boot Into Safe Mode

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:33:00 +0000

How To Boot Into Safe Mode

Windows XP
1. Restart the computer. Some computers have a progress bar that refers to the word BIOS (basic input/output system).
2. As soon as the BIOS loads, begin tapping the F8 key on your keyboard. Do so until the Windows Advanced Options menu appears. If you get a keyboard error message. Just reboot (restart) the computer and try again.
3. Using the arrow keys on the keyboard, navigate to and select Safe mode and then press Enter.

OR

For Windows XP
1. Click Start > Run.
2. Type msconfig and then click OK.
3. on the BOOT.INI tab, check /SAFEBOOT
4. Click OK then click Restart

For Windows 2000 use F8 method above

For Windows 98 or ME
1. Click Start > Run.
2. Type msconfig and then click OK.
3. On the General tab, click Advanced
4. In the dialog box, check Enable Startup Menu, and then click OK
5. Click OK in the System Configuration Utility
6. Click Yes when asked to restart the computer
7. When the Windows 98 or Me Startup Menu appears
8. Select Safe Mode and press Enter

Malware Silently Alters Wireless Router Settings

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 17:40:00 +0000

"A new Trojan horse masquerading as a video "codec" required to view content on certain Web sites tries to change key settings on the victim's Internet router so that all of the victim's Web traffic is routed through servers controlled by the attackers.

According to researchers contacted by Security Fix, recent versions of the ubiquitous "Zlob" Trojan (also known as DNSChanger) will check to see if the victim uses a wireless or wired hardware router. If so, it tries to guess the password needed to administer the router by consulting a built-in list of default router username/password combinations. If successful, the malware alters the victim's domain name system (DNS) records so that all future traffic passes through the attacker's network first. DNS can be thought of as the Internet's phone book, translating human-friendly names like example.com into numeric addresses that are easier for networking equipment to handle............................."

I've heard this has been traveling around the MySpace.com social network. Have encountered this particular "Zlob Trojan" on quite a few customers computers over ther last few months also.

Full Article Here

Steps to a Secure Wireless Network

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 17:33:00 +0000

Wireless networks are great, and very convenient for multiple computers at home or office, BUT can be very dangerous at the "home" level, and even more dangerous, risky at your business.

- Control your broadcast area. Many wireless APs (access points) let you adjust the signal strength; some even let you adjust signal direction. Begin by placing your APs as far away from exterior walls and windows as possible, then play around with signal strength so you can just barely get connections near exterior walls. This isn't enough, though. Sensitive snooping equipment can pick up wireless signals from an AP at distances of several hundred feet or more. So even with optimal AP placement, the signal may leak. Keep reading.

- Lock each Access Point. Your router that is... A lot of people don't bother changing the defaults on their APs, and maintaining the default administrator password (like admin for Linksys products) makes your system a good target. Use a strong password to protect each Access Point. Don't use easily guessed passwords like "111111" or "abc123". A hacker can easily gain access to your wireless router, all router manufactures have VERY well known default admin passwords, if you don't change that default passwords, someone else can and lock you out of your own router, AND BLOCK your own internet connection.

- Ban Rogue Access Points. If an AP is connected to your home or office network, make sure you or the network administrator put it there. Bob in Accounting isn't likely to secure his rogue AP before he connects it. Free software like NetStumbler (netstumbler.com) lets you sweep for unauthorized APs.

- Use WPA, Not WEP. Passively cracking the WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) security protocol is merely a nuisance to a skilled hacker using Linux freeware like "AirSnort". Weak passwords, and "WEP" evcrytion can be fairly easily cracked with 60 seconds or less. Use WPA to encrypt your wireless network, and avoid buying or using any device that forces you to use WEP to accommodate it.

- Use SSIDS wisely. Change the default Service Set Identifiers (SSIDs) for your APs, and don't use anything obvious like your address or company name. For corporate setups, buy APs that let you disable broadcast SSID. Intruders can use programs such as "Kismet" to sniff out SSIDs anyway (by observing 802.11x management frames when users associate with APs), but again, every bit of inconvenience helps.

- Limit Access Rights. Chances are, not everyone in your building needs a wireless card. Once you determine who should take to the airwaves, set your APs to allow access by wireless cards with authorized MAC addresses only. Turn On MAC Filtering. Enterprising individuals can spoof MAC addresses, however, which brings us to the next tip.

- Limit the number of user addresses. If you don't have too many users, consider limiting the maximum number of DHCP addresses the network can assign, allowing just enough to cover the users you have. Then if everyone in the group tries to connect but some can't, you know there are unauthorized log-ons.

- Authenticate users. Install a firewall that supports VPN connectivity, and require users to log on as if they were dialing in remotely. The Linksys BEFSX41 router is a great choice for this. Tweak the settings to allow only the types of permissions that wireless users need.

- Make Sure your DMZ is Turned Off. The router's DMZ feature is usually turned off by default, but users sometimes enable it for troubleshooting reasons and then forget to deactivate it again afterward. Since the DMZ is an IP address (or address range) left open to the Internet, any system inadvertently placed there is completely exposed and at risk.

- Turn Off Ping Response. This setting allows your router to respond to ping commands issued from the Internet. It's usually turned off by default, but you should verify that it is because it can betray the existence of your network to potential hackers, which in turn is an open invitation to probe further.

- Avoid Using Remote Management. Most routers have this feature, which allows you to log in and manage the device from outside your network. There aren't too many situations where this is useful, so you should avoid using it unless absolutely necessary.

- Monitor Your Routers Security Log Reports. Even with all the security enabled above, periodically check, monitor, your routers security log reports for any strange unidentified IP connection addesses.

Gametrailers.com - The Source For Video Game Media

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:58:00 +0000

Gametrailers.com

2007: Best of Brett Favre

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 04:41:00 +0000

Highlights of the best moments from Brett Favre in 2007 - Video

Best moments from Brett Favre in 2007

"Favre seeks unconditional release from Packers, sources say....."
Guess Brett, expressed some desire to play next season possibly for Greenbay, but....

But Noooooo

KartOO visual meta search engine

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 19:00:00 +0000

KartOO visual meta search engine

Mirrors - International teaser trailer for "Mirrors"

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 23:00:00 +0000

International teaser trailer for "Mirrors"

International teaser trailer for Mirrors

McDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle Aircraft

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 02:52:00 +0000

and other awesome airline, aircraft photos!

McDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle Aircraft

Grumman F-14A Tomcat Aircraft

A-10A Thunderbolt II Aircraft

Sign Generator Widgets & Image Generators

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 02:34:00 +0000

Sign Generator Widgets & Image Generators

Make your GMail Signature For Free

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:25:00 +0000

"This Script Will Allow you to Create your Gmail ID image for Forums and sites.
Creating this image will Help you save your ID`s from SpamBots
hitting on Sites or forums you visit."

GMail Signature For Free

TripIt - Organize Your Travel Plans

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 19:00:00 +0000

"TripIt is a personal travel assistant that automatically organizes all your travel plans. Organize your travel plans Many people are travelling at this time of year. In fact, you may be planning to visit family for Christmas. It can be difficult to keep track of all your travel plans. Your inbox can quickly fill with flight itineraries, car rental confirmations and hotel bookings. Wouldn’t it be great if you could put all of these in one easy place? Well, with TripIt, you can! Simply forward the e-mail messages to TripIt. The site will organize your travel arrangements. You can see your reservations at a glance. You can also add notes and driving directions. Share them with friends and family. Since your plans are stored online, you can access them from any computer. You can even view your plans from your cell phone. Want to check in for your flight? You can do that directly from TripIt. Now that’s cool!"

TripIt

Welcome to Malwarebytes.Org

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 18:21:00 +0000

"Malwarebytes is a site dedicated to fighting malware. Malwarebytes has developed a variety of tools that can identify and remove malicious software from your computer. When your computer becomes infected, Malwarebytes can provide the needed assistance to remove the infection and restore the machine back to optimum performance."

Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free Software

Pictures From The Sky..........

noreply@blogger.com (Don) — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 17:54:00 +0000

Pictures From The Sky..........

Coool!