We here at Perfect Fit Computers are taking the end of Windows XP seriously. On April 8, 2014, Microsoft will stop providing security updates to Windows XP. Computers running Windows XP will become vulnerable to new Internet-based threats. It seems,
Scary Term, no more: RAID
RAID RAID Arrays. RAID-0, RAID-1, RAID-5, RAID-10. This clever group of hard drive fault tolerance technology can seem positively terrifying. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UL5N33jEz9E And, while a RAID array does take some planning and work to set up, it’s really not that
5 Cold Weather Considerations for your Computers and Devices
Well, there can be no doubt that Winter is upon us in Toronto (Well, all of Canada). With temperatures this low, it’s a good time to consider some of the effects of cold weather on your computers and other devices.
[SOLVED] Problem Updating BIOS for Dell Inspiron 531
I was working on a Dell Inspiron 531 this morning, trying to update the Award BIOS from version 1.0.3 to the latest version, 1.0.13. The computer originally shipped with 32-bit Windows Vista. I decided to give 64-bit Windows 7 Ultimate
Printer Problems in Adobe Reader X (version 10.1.8)
As I was working on optimizing a client’s computer in Scarborough on Wednesday, I ran across an interesting little issue while trying to print in Adobe Reader X (specifically version 10.1.8). The client had complained that printing wasn’t working from
WordPress issue: <div></div> instead of <p></p> for line spaces
While it’s generally the aim of my blog to appeal to the everyday user, I recently came across an issue with a client’s website, for which I’m the site administrator. After some troubleshooting, I arrived at a solution. One that
Uninstall McAfee Free Trial from your Laptop (Windows 7)
So, you got a great price on an hp laptop? Good for you! But, be warned that that price comes with… well… a price. Some of laptop prices are low because the computer’s manufacturer is paid by software companies to
New and Improved YouTube mobile app!
Huzzah! YouTube has just released a majorly updated app for the iPhone, and for Android devices. And – hopefully I say this without sounding too entitled, here – I hope they’ve fixed some of the annoying issues which take some
The YouTube Speed Test Page: A Hidden Gem
Here’s something we discovered last week, by accident: YouTube offers a speed test page. Now, you may be saying, “But, there are countless speed/bandwidth tests out there. Why use this one?”. True: YouTube’s may not be the most robust testing
And the PFC “Honesty Award of Amazingness” goes to…
While removing some malware from a client’s computer down in the Distillery District yesterday, Chris was delighted to see that the anti-malware program, called HitmanPro, had a progress bar that surpassed 100%, and went as far at 105%! And so,
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