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Monthly Newsletter
October 2011
Greetings,

You are one of over 1400 Computer Techs clients that receive our free monthly email containing the most popular and informative news, tips and frequently asked questions related to your computer and the internet.
 
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Thank you.

Mark Cobb
Owner / Technician
Computer Techs

 

Answers to this month's most often asked questions

 

Q: Should I update my iPhone or iPad to the new iOS 5 operating system? 

 

A: Apple released iOS 5 this month, an update for iPhones, iPads and iPods that improves device speed and adds over 200 new features and enhancements. Anandtech.com features a comprehensive review of iOS 5 with screen shots and videos detailing some of the changes and new features.

 

One of the most notable improvements that comes with iOS 5 is access to iCloud - a synchronization and backup system. Photos, contacts, calendars and email with @me.com addresses sync between iCloud and multiple iDevices and PCs or Macs. iTunes Match will sync your music with the cloud. Daily automatic backups will allow the device information and settings to be restored to an existing or new device if needed. And future iOS updates will be automatically installed after iOS 5 is installed. 

 

Would you like to print from your device? Printers that support AirPrint will show up automatically when you select "Print" on your iDevice. If your printer is not listed, there is 3rd party software that can be installed on a PC or Mac that is connected to a printer that enables printing from your iDevice.

 

To upgrade your iDevice to iOS 5 

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Q: How do I get the new AVG Anti-Virus free version?

 

A: AVG has released the 2012 version of their free anti-virus and other paid versions. Installing the update should be quick and easy if you following the instructions on our website.

Continue reading...

   

 

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October:

 

Tests show that new iOS 5 will improve speed on older iPhone's

 

New iPhone 4S getting rave reviews

 

New slimmer, lighter "Ultrabook" PCs debute

 

iPad's replacing paper textbooks in Las Vegas trial program 

 

Amazon's iPad alternative - the Kindle Fire - to be released Nov. 15 

 

Previous:

 

Lots of changes on the Facebook social networking site this month with more to come

 

Windows 8: A peek at the features and look of Microsoft's upcoming operating system

 

Ever wonder how browser toolbars get installed or your home page gets changed?

 

How to help your laptop batteries last longer and revive a dying battery

 

Beware of ads on search sites that lead to malware

 

5 tips for staying safe online

  

Millions of internet accounts hacked - one more reason to have a unique password for every web site

 

Another reason to update Adobe software ASAP: Adobe dominates top 10 PC vulnerabilities list

 

Mac users falling for social engineering scams that have plagued Windows users for years

 

Video Screencast of How Malware Infections Occur and How To Avoid Them

 

Extend Your Laptop or Phone's Battery Life by Avoiding Frequent Discharges

 

Are Tablet Computers Just a Fad?

  
  
  

Cheap Unlicensed Computer Repair -

"You Get What You Pay For"

 

Do you have a friend or neighbor who "knows" computers - perhaps someone who just started fixing computers during their spare time? Do they actively keep-up with the computer industry while fixing computers on a daily basis like we do? 

 

Computer Techs has been in business since 2003, and our technicians have over 20 years computer experience.

 

Our calls for service have leveled off in the past year-or-so due to an abundance of inexperienced and unlicensed computer repair people. Similar to hiring an unlicensed contractor to work on your home, it may be cheaper to go with someone else in the short term. However, you can count on Computer Techs to get the job done quickly and correctly, and we'll be available the next time you need service. We are often called to finish repairing what an amateur started or didn't fix correctly.

 

Thank you for trusting Computer Techs for your PC and technology help and expertise. 

 
 
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We appreciate referrals. If you're happy with our professionalism and expert service, please let others know: 
 
· If you recommend us to a friend or family member, as a way of saying "thank you" for referring us we will reward you with a discount on your next service call. For details please see the $20 discount offer below.
  
· When people search for "Computer Repair" on the internet, they often search Google, YellowPages.com or Yahoo Local. Please consider leaving a review of our service at one or more of the following web sites:
 
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Thank you.

 

 

3 Tips That Can Help You Avoid an Unneccesary Service Call

 

1. Install updates for Java, Adobe Reader and Flash Player as soon as possible. Read more...

 

 

2. Change your email password to something secure and unique from any other password. Read more...

 

 

 

3. While browsing the internet if you see a virus or computer alert from an unfamilar program, immediately turn-off or restart your computer. Read more...

 

 

Contact Us

Our techs are:

· Mark Cobb

· Steve Deisenroth

· Chris Payne

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