Ouch! Service Completed Today.

A client's forgot their July service, finally done today.

During the service, we found issues with the July backup, Windows updates that were a month behind, and a browser that wasn't updating. While these processes should be automatic, they can sometimes fail - that's the nature of technology.

Don't worry, just give us a call and remember to schedule your next service!

Best password criteria below!

Would take a few thousand years to break (Hack/Crack)!

Use four words all starting with a capital letter. Put a - (dash) in between each word. Include number/s and symbol/s.

Example :-  John-Cash-Help-Gone1!

Today setup a PDF creator!

If you want to save ANYTHING as a pdf, even an email, picture, website we have the software AND its free! 

Give us a call.

Today setup PDF creator!

Us a call!

WARNING Quick Service Reminder.

During the recent Quick Three-month services, every device - mobile, tablet, desktop, all-in-one (AIO), and/or laptop - has shown at least one of the following issues:

• Backups not being performed
• Antivirus and security software (AV&S) not functioning properly
• Operating system updates (e.g., Windows, Apple, or Android) not occurring as expected, even when set to automatic

These measures are crucial to protect you, your devices, and your data.

Don't forget to book your service!

Apple iPhone and iPad iOS 17.*.* and 18.1.1

Finding devices are not updating to 17.*.* and also asking to update to 18.1.1

Those were the days ........

 

Diamond Data Storage!

Diamond optical discs could store data for millions of years popsci.com

Quick Service!

Warning.

Every quick three month service check over the last two weeks has shown at least one automatic software update not having been completed.

Updates are there to protect you, your computer and your data.

Don't forget to book your service.

What is hot holo holochain holo fuel see the Holochain Blog!

Holochain Blog blog.holochain.org

Today New Client Work!

Setup computers correctly. Setup new printer. Setup new Western Digital MyCloud storage and backup system and account. Setup Word processing, Spreadsheet and Presentation software - FREE package - creates documents and saves as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Yep we do it all!

Importance of Our Three-Month Quick Check!

We wish to emphasize the value of our Three-Month Quick Check service.

Here’s why - During a recent visit, we found a few issues that had been impacting the client. 

• An incorrect memory stick was being used for backups. Training resolved.
• Windows not updating. System tested, fixed, now updating.
• Picture files were too large to be emailed - Training resolved.

If we had performed the Three-Month Quick Check as scheduled, we could have addressed these issues sooner, saving time and much irritation.

Let’s stick to the Three-Month Quick Check schedule to keep everything running smoothly!

What does a Rogue Website / Phishing Attempt look like?

If you see anything like this close down your computer and call us, the scammers are trying to scare you into getting your information and money, they want you to click, access their site and pay them.

Take care out there!

How WE destroy memory sticks and your data!

Then we melt them with the old metal scrap. No-one is getting your information.

Warning! Stay protected.

Quick Service every three months!

Many machines struggle with essential automatic tasks like security software updates, virus scans, backups, and browser settings; these should be sorted by the machine but often dont and fail.

Our Quick Service ensures these tasks are completed.

Stay safe, stay secure.

Call us on 01305 230388

Meta is going to ……

Meta is going to push AI-made posts into your feeds axios.com

Should you Backup?

Yes Backup Backup Backup! If you don't know how call us 01305 230388

Qualcomm approached Intel about a takeover in recent days, source says

 Qualcomm approached Intel about a takeover in recent days, source says .... 

WARNING Scam Phone Calls - Don't Say YES, SURE, OK etc!

It has come to our attention that scam phone calls are circulating, in which the caller tries to get you to say "Yes" during the conversation. If you respond with "Yes," the scammer can record this response and potentially use it as a false agreement to a contract.

To protect yourself, it's advisable to answer the phone with "Hello" or another neutral greeting.

Throughout the conversation, be cautious of what you say—words like "Sure" and "Ok" could also potentially be misused.

This simple precaution can help you avoid the hassle of disputing a fraudulent deal you never actually consented to.

Please stay vigilant and protect yourself from potential scams.

These new smart lights change color based on who is at your front door!

Click here > The Verge © 2024 Vox Media, LLC.

An iPhone Battery after Four Years ....

 

Indian e-Visa Applications Submitted for Two Clients!

Today we assisted two clients with their Indian e-Visa applications.

Do you require help with forms of any kind. Visas, driving licenses, passports, other documents?

We're here to help!

Eyesight Test!

What's odd about this picture?

Windows 10 Expiry Causes ...

Over the past month, we've observed a decline in machine availability. While stock replacements are arriving, it's a challenging time.

As expected, shortages have led to price increases.

We recommend considering new machines if your current one shows no performance improvement after servicing or if it frequently requires software updates that can't be completed due to outdated hardware.

Microsoft Retires 'Windows 10' October 2025!

**Prices:** Prices are rising! Contact us for more information.

**Availability:** Some of our machines are currently out of stock. While they're being replenished, availability may be inconsistent.

**Upgrade:** We recommend considering a replacement for your old machines. However, please note that your current machine may still be upgradeable.

'21 Years of IT and Computer Support'.

**21 Years of IT and Computer Support**

Established in 2003!

#IT #Computer #Support #Established #2003

For Banking, Currency, Stocks, Shares, Digital & Crypto - Revolut!

 Revolut UK. 40 million world wide users. Sign up click HERE Not financial advice.

#Banking #Currency #Trading #Stocks #Shares #Digital #Crypto #Currency

Contact Information!

Phone 01305 230388 ● Email info@pdc-computing.co.uk

#Phone #Email

Phishing Attempts After Major IT Outage!

NCSC https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/major-it-outage

There should be no issues with small corporate and domestic users other than the rogues and hackers implying you've got a problem and need to sort it, this message is usually received in the form of an email or pop up window on a website. 

Issues - Call us.

#CROWDSTRIKE #MICROSOFT #Phishing #Attempts #Major #IT #Outage

IT outages fix deployed but …..

IT outage fix deployed but 'some time' before all systems restored – CrowdStrike finance.yahoo.com

There should be no issues with small corporate and domestic users other than the rogues and hackers implying you've got a problem and need to sort it, this message is usually received in the form of an email or pop up window on a website. 

Having issues - Call us.

#CROWDSTRIKE #MICROSOFT #Phishing #Attempts #Major #IT #Outage

What have we done today?

- Sourced new hardware.

- Properly set up Windows 10 machines and upgraded them to Windows 11.

- Checked, repaired, and tested client printers.

- Provided advice on browsing and webmail usage.

- Performed quick servicing of Windows 10 machines.

- Completed invoicing (the job isn't finished until the paperwork is done).

Clients old and very dirty printer!

Still printing beautifully!

The Multiverse and Life on Other Planets - Interview with Brian Cox!

The Multiverse and Life on Other Planets - Interview with Brian Cox (BC)

BC: What does it mean to live a finite, fragile life in an infinite, eternal universe?

And I think the answer is that... So, paradoxically, whilst we are definitely physically

insignificant, I've just said, you know, that the Earth is one planet around one star

amongst 400 billion stars in one galaxy, amongst two trillion galaxies in a small

patch of the universe, right?

So, we're definitely small, and you can't argue with that; we're just specks of dust.

But if you think about what we are, so everybody, me and you, everybody, we're just

collections Of atoms, right? Some of them are as Old as time, pretty much, and some

of them, the other ones, everything else other than the hydrogen in our bodies, was

made in stars, right? So, we were cooked over billions of years. And we're in this

pattern that can think.

so suddenly, as the great Carl Sagan said, "You have a means by which the universe

understands and explores itself," which is us. And that sounds unlikely when you

put it like that, that you can have a few things that were cooked in the hearts of stars.

You stick them together in a pattern and suddenly it has some ideas and stans writing

music and arts and things. That's quite difficult to comprehend, right? But that

happened here, we know that, because we're sitting here having a conversation.

And so, the question then becomes, well, on how many other worlds did that happen9

And that's where I think the value can come in because it's a reasonable guess and it

is just a guess, right? But it's reasonable. You can make the argument that there aren't

any other worlds where this happened, certainly in our galaxy. 

So it could be that this planet, notwithstanding its physical insignificance, is the only place where anything thinks, right? For millions Of light years in every direction. 

But suddenly, therefore, you end up considering this planet as being the most valuable place in the local universe, notwithstanding the fact that it's small.

AI The frame problem!

AI The Frame Problem!

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frame_problem

#AI #Artificial #Intelligence

Don’t leave your computer on 24/7 Why?

1/ You are wasting electricity but this is not the main reason.
2/ Contact us.
3/ Contact us.

What devices do we use?

Recently a client asked us do we prefer Microsoft, Apple or Google devices and hardware?

Here goes - We have HP & Dell Microsoft Windows Laptops and Servers, Apple Mac Desktops, Apple iPads, Amazon Fire Tablets, Amazon Paper-white Readers, Google Android Mobiles, Apple iPhones, Epson and HP Printers.

These are all devices we use ourselves which is a bonus for our clients because we can deal with ANY hardware or software issues and problems no matter which company made the device.

PS Apologise I may have forgotten or missed a few.

What have we done this week?

Malware & Virus removal. Email setup. Email password recovery. New computer setup. Update printers. Correct computer OS settings. Servicing. Setup backups. Training. Hardware & Software purchasing advice. Mobile phone and Tablets setting correction and setting backup and much more.

Is It Safe to Use My Laptop or Phone For Online Banking?

Is It Safe to Use My Laptop or Phone For Online Banking? CLICK

Microsoft stop updating Windows 10 in ......

October 2025.

Time for a new computer? Call us to discuss!