PCSwizz Computer Support

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2013-01-01T22:00:00.000-05:00

Is your computer suffering from spyware, viruses, and just generally slow? Let PCSwizz Computer Support help you. With your internet connection and your permission, watch as I fix your computer while you watch. No need to disconnect your PC and take it to your local repair shop. No need to have a stranger come into your home. I connect, repair, and disconnect. Fast, safe, and

PCSwizz’s Testimonials

2010-03-12T22:18:00.001-05:00

"My computer is always freezing and when I try to play the daily recaps of my soaps and cannot get through a scene, I end up shutting the pc down and missing weeks of my soaps; at least until I have the courage to go at it again. This is a pain for any avid soap fan that tunes in to see Victor Newman, in yet, another tirade on his poor family. I knew my pc needed help, but I wasn't prepared to

Complete Clean-Up Plus

2010-03-12T21:56:00.001-05:00

My Complete Clean Up Plus has all the benefits of my Complete Clean-Up service, along with: Hardware Updates: Update to key components to your computer, such as your video and sound cards and motherboard. Windows Update: Update your Windows system to create a secure, more stable system. Software Configuration: I will configure any software you need optimized.

Complete Clean-Up

2010-03-12T21:53:00.001-05:00

With my Complete Computer Clean Up service, I get your computer back to the way you purchased it; brand new. If you are experiencing slow performance, pop-ups, and a generally degraded experience, this service is for you. Hard Drive Clean Up: Increases the speed your computer turns on and programs load. Browser Clean Up: Increases the speed web pages load while you browse the

Complete Virus Removal

2010-03-12T21:47:00.001-05:00

We all hate viruses and malware in general, myself included. If left on your computer, you are at risk of losing everything. Your pictures, your music, even your operating system. Let me rid your computer of not only any viruses such as Trojans and Worms, but spyware as well. $99.99 After payment, you will be able to select a timeslot for your computer repair.

PC Diagnosis

2010-03-12T21:25:00.001-05:00

Save yourself the hassle of taking your PC to a repair shop by having me connect to you. Within 15 minutes, you will receive a full diagnostic report from me about your computer and steps you need to take to fix it. This service is free to you. Schedule a free diagnosis by clicking here. Return to my Services page.

PCSwizz Answers: I Can’t Browse the Internet!

2010-02-24T22:50:00.001-05:00

Image by trustmeiamnotageek via Flickr PCSwizz Answers are real computer questions from my readers, clients and anyone in need. I share many of them with you, my readers, to hopefully save you any headaches with your computer! Question: “I am unable to log onto the internet. The Diagnose Connection Problem says I need to verify the current proxy server configuration. HELP PLEASE!!! :)”

Download Entire Photo Albums on Facebook with FacePAD

2010-02-24T08:57:00.001-05:00

Tired of right-clicking picture after picture of pictures from your friend’s party you went to last night? If you use Firefox, which you should be, then install the FacePAD add-on to simplify your picture saving. FacePAD saves full photo albums on Facebook with one click, saving you tons of time. Once you’ve installed FacePAD, using it is a breeze. To use FacePAD, navigate to the album you

ALERT: Another Twitter Phishing Attack “This You??”

2010-02-24T08:44:00.001-05:00

Similar to the “lol, is this you” attack, this new(but not so new) phishing attempt on Twitter sends a DM with “This you??” with a link that you should NOT click. Ever. Take 30 seconds and change your Twitter password if you haven’t in a while.

The Pros and Cons of Remote Support

2010-02-24T07:00:00.001-05:00

Remote support is great. No matter the weather, I can service whomever’s computer through the power of the internet. Although remote support is a great tool for a computer geek like myself, there are some things that I cannot do online. Here are the pros and cons of remote computer support: Pros Fast computer support for a huge amount of computer issues, including: Software

Get Your Antivirus and Firewall Program Optimized For Free

2010-02-22T10:04:00.001-05:00

Too many of you are getting viruses that can easily be avoided if you had a working antivirus program! Not to mention the amount of spyware most of you have. I’m not even going to talk about how open your computer is to attacks from hackers on the internet; your firewalls aren’t working! This week only, allow me to check and optimize your antivirus program and firewall for FREE! Only fans of my

ALERT: Twitter Phishing Attack Through Direct Message

2010-02-21T19:01:00.001-05:00

Image via CrunchBase Mashable is reporting in that a phishing attack is going around through direct messages on Twitter. The direct message says, “lol, is this you” and includes a link named “bzpharma”. If you get this direct message, please do NOT click the link and delete the message! If you just have to click the link(which I know curiosity gets the best of us!) do NOT enter ANY

Still Using Internet Explorer? Move On!

2010-02-20T17:51:00.002-05:00

Image via WikipediaAre you still using Microsoft’s Internet Explorer as your main browser? Although it comes with your computer and is the most used browser, you have choices when it comes to which browser you use. Two popular browsers out there are Mozilla’s Firefox (www.firefox.com) and Google’s Chrome(www.google.com/chrome). These browsers are fast, safe, and can really make your life a

Microsoft & Yahoo, Sittin’ In a Tree…

2010-02-18T20:52:00.001-05:00

Image by labanex.com via Flickr It looks like Microsoft and Yahoo have finally become one, at least with web searching. The U.S. Department of Justice and the European Commission have signed off on the partnership Thursday which marks the beginning of a beautiful relationship. What does this mean for us? Well for starters this isn’t a huge deal for the average internet user. You see, a

School Spying on Students Through Their Webcam?

2010-02-18T20:36:00.001-05:00

Image by alancleaver_2000 via Flickr So it appears that a school in Pennsylvania claims it has the right to take pictures through the webcam of their students! CNET got the scoop from Computerworld that the Lower Merion School District in Ardale, PA remotely controls the webcams on the laptops they provide to their students to spy on them in their homes. Are you serious?? Let’s think

Comcast Now Offers Online Backup to Subscribers

2010-02-18T20:17:00.002-05:00

Right on the heels of offering Norton Security Suite for free to its subscribers, Comcast is now offering 2GB of free online storage. You can use this space for anything you’d like: backup important files, use the website feature to share photos, the list goes on! You can also upgrade the size of your online storage for a small fee: Preferred 50GB $4.99 per month $49.99 per year

Comcast Customers: Switch From McAfee to Norton Now

2010-02-17T07:00:00.002-05:00

Comcast has officially made the switch from McAfee Security Suite to the Norton Security Suite. If you have McAfee Security Suite from Comcast installed, you will need to uninstall it by May 12, 2010 as the subscription will expire then. Norton Security Suite has much more features than the McAfee Security Suite that Comcast provided.If you aren’t sure you have McAfee, look for an “M” in the

My Latest Customer Support Call and Testimonial

2010-02-16T21:17:00.002-05:00

Image via WikipediaI’ve known Nicole a long time, and she never knew that I was a computer wiz! Well after I fixed her laptop by connecting to her through her internet connection, here’s what she had to say: "Yoooooooooo I would like to give a shot out to Patrick Edwards, the PCSwizz. By the use of CrossLoop services, he was able to immediately correct the issues I was having with my laptop.

Fake Antivirus Programs: How To Detect and Avoid

2010-02-15T13:59:00.001-05:00

Fake security software, also known as “rogue”, appear to be helpful to you since it is detecting harmful viruses on your PC and is giving you the option to remove whatever it detected. However, fake rogue security software, such as WinAntiSpyware, Antivirus 2009, Antispyware Pro XP and AntiVirus Lab 2009 does not help at all with removing viruses or spyware and only makes your computer

All The Buzz About Google Buzz

2010-02-10T22:44:00.002-05:00

Image by Oversocialized via FlickrSo Google has thrown its hat into the social media arena by introducing Google Buzz which, simply put, is an update-type system similar to Twitter inside your Gmail account. So if you use Gmail on a daily basis to chat with friends, you can now post status updates for all your friends to see. There has been mixed reviews in the internet world about

Four Steps To a Stronger and Secure Password

2010-02-10T01:01:00.000-05:00

Image by Simon Lieschke via Flickr Yes, even I am a victim of having my internet accounts hacked. Although no system is 100% perfect, there are key ways to make the password(s) you use daily much stronger and much more difficult for hackers to figure out. If you use Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, etc., these steps for a better and more secure password will help you sleep at night knowing your

PCSwizz’s Top 5: Twitter Apps for Android

2010-02-06T23:20:00.000-05:00

Image by Boris Veldhuijzen van Zanten via Flickr If you have an Android phone, chances are you have already visited the Market to browse through the latest applications for your phone. With over 8,000 apps to choose from, you will be looking for long time! I decided to list the Top 5 Twitter apps for Android since there are so many to choose from on the Market. Not all Twitter apps are

How To Connect Your Laptop or Netbook To Your Printer Wirelessly

2010-02-06T21:24:00.000-05:00

Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to use your printer from your laptop or netbook without having to connect it directly with the USB? It’s possible to do this without even buying a wireless printer! As long as you have already successfully connected your laptop and/or netbook to your desktop computer you are all set. 1. (Windows Vista) Open up your Control Panel and double-click “Printers”.

Facebook Update Walkthrough Video

2010-02-06T19:49:00.000-05:00

Facebook recently updated the Home Page with new features. I go over the new changes in this video.

PCSwizz Tutorial Video #1: Introduction to Windows 7

2010-02-06T18:24:00.000-05:00

I hope you enjoy the first in a long line of video tutorials by PCSwizz! This video is an introduction to Windows 7. Recorded in HD!