We haven’t run into many people who have been able to say that they have never experienced a computer freeze up on them. So why do computers lock up? A computer freezes when certain hardware components fail to function properly or if an application you were using, stops responding. Most software manufacturers extensively test their [...]
Nov
30
Defragmenting your hard disk. Do It Now!
by ReviverSoft November 30th, 2009How long has it been since you have run a defrag of your hard drive? Typically running a defrag is overlooked or forgotten about by most people but the process is very important and can really help the overall health of your PC.
Nov
24
How To Uninstall Software From Your PC
by ReviverSoft November 24th, 2009So you have an application, be it software or a game that needs to be removed from your PC? Well, don’t just delete the application folder; learn to safely uninstall the same without affecting your computer of related software components. Now, most applications use what is called an Installer that essentially installs the software onto [...]
Nov
12
Phishing Scams – How to Spot the Bait
by ReviverTech November 12th, 2009What is phishing? No, it’s not a typo, and it’s not a word to describe jamming out on your guitar for hours. Phishing is a type of deception used by criminals to fraudulently gain information, most often in the form of passwords or login information. Phishing can also lead to malicious programs infecting your computer. [...]
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