Antivirus 2012 is a virus itself

Antivirus 2012 is a malware virus that attempts to confuse PC users into thinking they are infected with multiple viruses and push a user to purchase the anti virus protection it is offering. This is a scam and Antivirus 2012 is a virus itself. Do not attempt to purchase the software as it is a malware virus that has infected your PC. If you are having trouble removing the virus, Support Nerds would be happy to assist you with a live American technician who can remote in and remove the virus right now!

If you have been infected by this virus or any other virus please contact us so we can clean up your pc and have it running must better.  Call us at 800-790-5340 Ext. 3

How to increase your system performance?

Window Disk Cleanup is very useful tool to increase the performance of your system. You can increase also the free space on the hard disk, because Disk Cleanup utility searches many unnecessary programs and files on your hard drive that you can delete. This tool perform many useful tasks to cleanup your hard disk. For example

• Delete the temporary internet files
• Delete the old windows programs that you are not using.
• Delete all temp Downloaded Program files
• Delete Office Setup files
• Delete Old Chkdsk file
• Delete the Recycle Bin items
• Delete all Setup log files
• Delete the windows temporary files
• Delete the Web Client or Publisher Temporary files.
• Delete all Catalog file for the content indexer

You can remove the optional windows components that you are not using.

To run the Disk cleanup utility follows the given steps:

Click on Start button, Programs, go to Accessories, and go to System Tools and then click on Disk Cleanup.

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10 Tips for Wireless Home Network Security

Many people who set up wireless home networks rush through the job to get their Internet connectivity working as quickly as possible. Today’s Wi-Fi networking products do not always help the situation, as configuring their security features can be time consuming and non-intuitive.

 

 

 

1. Change Default Administrator Passwords (and Usernames)
2. Turn on (Compatible) WPA / Turn off WEP Encryption
3. Change the Default SSID
4. Enable MAC Address Filtering
5. Disable SSID Broadcast
6. Do Not Auto-Connect to Open Wi-Fi Networks
7. Assign Static IP Addresses to Devices
8. Enable Firewalls on Each Computer and the Router
9. Position the Router or Access Point Safely
10. Turn off the Network during Extended Periods of Non-Use

Contact us if we can assist you in protecting your wireless network. Call us at 800-790-5340 Ext 3

How to Secure a Wireless Network from Hackers?

The reason we secure a wireless network is to stop people from using the services of our network who do not have permission to utilize them. It is harder to secure a wireless network from hackers as compared to a classic wired network. This is because a wireless network can be accessed anywhere inside the range of its antenna.

In order to secure a wireless network from hackers, we should take proper steps to save ourselves against security issues. If you do not secure a wireless network from hackers, you might end up without its service. The consequence might also include the utilization of our network to attack further networks. To secure a wireless network from hackers, you should follow these simple wireless-networking tips:

Strategic antenna placement:

The first thing you have to do is to position the access point’s antenna in a place, which restricts the range of its signal to go further than the required area. You should not put the antenna close to a window because glass cannot obstruct its signals. Place it in a central location of the building.

Do Not Use WEP:

WEP stands for Wireless encryption protocol.  It is a customary technique for encrypting traffic on a wireless network. You should never skip it, as that will allow hackers to get instant access to the traffic over a wireless network.

Do Use WPA or WPA2

Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and Wi-Fi Protected Access II (WPA2) are two security protocols and security certification programs developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance to secure wireless computer networks. The Alliance defined these in response to serious weaknesses researchers had found in the previous system,

Change the SSID, disable the broadcast of SSID:

SSID stands for service set identifier.  It is the recognition thread utilized by the wireless access point due to which the customers are capable of starting connections. For every wireless access point arranged, select an exclusive as well as unique SSID. Also, if it is attainable, hold back the broadcast of the SSID out over the antenna. It won\t appear in the listing of offered networks, while being able to provide services as usual.

Disable DHCP:

By doing this, the hackers will have to decode the TCP/IP parameters; subnet mask as well as the IP addresses in order to hack your wireless network.

Disable or modify SNMP settings:

Change the private as well as public community settings of SNMP. You can also just disable it. Otherwise, the hackers will be able to utilize SNMP to get significant info regarding your wireless network.

Utilize access lists:

For additional security of your wireless network, and if your access point support this feature, employ an access list. An access list lets us determine precisely which machinery is permitted to attach to an access point. The access points, which include the access list, can employ trivial file transfer protocol (TFTP) now and then in order to download modernized lists to avoid hackers.

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• Dust Removal
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PC Repair Experts

Imagine this scenario: As you attempt to turn on your computer, a black screen appears ( or Blue, AKA “blue screen of death”) .  Your computer won’t boot up.  As you keep trying, the same thing occurs.  No response.

How can you remediate this incredibly stressful situation?  Well, it certainly isn’t easy. Most people simply are not well-equipped to repair their own computers.  That’s why it’s necessary for you to call the experts.

We are the PC Repair Experts You Need

We provide PC repair services in the Mitchellville, MD area, and we specialize in ensuring that every customer leaves entirely satisfied.  We understand the stresses of computers.  Computers, while incredibly powerful, are also very fragile and prone to breaking.

Our experienced team of technicians will do everything necessary to ensure that your computer is repaired quickly, efficiently, and to your satisfaction.

Finding computer experts can be a difficult task.  You never know how well someone can repair your computer until they actually try; you also don’t want to leave your precious computer in the hands of those who will not serve it well.

From software issues to hardware issues, our team of technicians has seen it all.  They know how to alleviate and remediate just about every computer issue you can think of.

Contact us today!

Call us today.  We’ll be happy to tell you more about how our services can help your company or business recover from a computer failure.

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12 steps to help you reduce your vulnerability to serious risks

1. Install Virus Protection

Help to prevent virus infections on your computer by installing a well known anti-virus and spam filter. Anti-virus software needs to be installed on each computer including any networked computers.

2. Automatic Updates

Set up your anti-virus protection to automatically receive online updates. This will guarantee that your computer is always protected with the latest version of anti-virus software.

3. Back-up Data

You should back-up all of your data on a regular basis to a device separate from your computer. This will ensure you have a copy of your data in the event of a computer crash or any other type of disaster. There are also services offered to churches, businesses and individuals to do this remotely now.

4. Do not open suspicious attachments

Never open an email attachment from someone that you do not know. These emails should be deleted immediately. If a bogus email is discovered, send a message to other team members warning them to ensure no one makes the mistake of opening the message.

5. Scan all attachments

You should scan all of your email attachments prior to opening them. Your anti-virus software can alert you if any suspicious data exists within an attachment.

6. Set up a firewall

Setting up a firewall will help protect your network from unauthorized visitors. It screens out any unrecognized visitors.

7. Passwords

Ensure that you use passwords that cannot be guessed easily. Do not use birthdays, dates of special occasions, social security numbers or simply words such as password. Always select passwords that you can remember so you do not have to write them down.

8. Downloading Software

Do not download programs from web sites that you do not trust. Freeware or Shareware sites are known for containing harmful data.

9. Securing the Perimeter

Prior to leaving, ensure that all doors, cabinets and windows are locked. Make certain that no sensitive documentation have been left out on desks or printers. Choose an online document management company to store your paper documents online and remote.

10. No Sharing

Never share disks or USB drives. You are not aware of what another person has downloaded and you do not want to expose your system to a virus.

11. Connect remote users securely

If you allow users to connect remotely, make sure you use encryption and authentication to properly verify their identity.

12. Keep software up to date

There are always new threats so to help protect your computer, always download the latest Microsoft or browser updates and patches immediately.

About Silver Computer Consutlants

There are a lot of computer service companies in the Washington, DC area, but none of them are quite like us! What separates us from the rest? We have taken a fresh approach to the way computer consulting is typically done in this area. First and foremost, our customer service is among the best in the business. We want you to be our customer for life, so we will always take care of you in a prompt, friendly and helpful manner. We also offer you affordable rates prices so there are never any surprises about how much you’ll be charged for our services. To save you money, we’ve also grouped some of our most popular services into package deals, and even offer you a discount when ordering more than one Individual Service at the same time. On-site service. If we can’t solve your problem, you pay us nothing. As you can see, we have your best interests at heart and we have a real eagerness and desire to help you. Our business practices prove it.

Top-Notch Computer Service – Our stance is simple: You, our customer, are the most important asset to our business! We go all-out to ensure that our computer service is among the absolute best in the business. Many believe that the greatest cost in running a successful business is acquiring new customers. That’s why you will be treated like gold by our staff once we have you on board as one of our customers. We want you to be our customer for life, so we will always take care of you in a prompt, friendly and helpful manner.

Welcome To Silver Computer Consultants, LLC

(SCC) specializes in onsite computer repair and consulting services for the Small to Medium Sized Business.  Some of our services include Network Administration, Wireless Network Setup & Security, and onsite or offsite computer & network repair services. SCC will sit down with you, and show you how we, can make your home or business systems work for you. Using the latest tools and staying abreast of the newest technologies, are just a couple of ways we ensure our customers get the highest quality service available.

Don’t trust your computer repair job to non-certified geeks, we will  send out fully certified repair technicians, and get the job done right! With offices located  in Mitchellville, MD, we provide a wide reach across Washington, DC Metro Area.

SCC is dedicated to bringing you quality small business computer services at an affordable price. We wasted our precious weekends learning this stuff, so you don’t have to.

We can remove spyware, viruses and repair almost any problem by remote control as long as you have a working Cable or DSL Internet connection. Just sit back in front of your monitor and watch us make repairs to your pc!