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The Single Biggest Cause of Computer Crashes, Data Loss “Insider Tips To Make Your Business Run Faster, Easier, And More Profitably” “As a business owner, I know you don’t have time to waste on technical and The Single Biggest Cause Of Computer operational issues. That’s where we Crashes, Data Loss, Hacker Attacks, Viruses, shine! Call us and put an end to your IT problems finally and forever!” And Other Computer Problems Frank M. DeBenedetto, TRTG Want to know how to eliminate close to 80% Volume III, Issue X of the computer problems you experience AND October, 2010 get more life, faster speed, and better overall per- Holmdel, NJ formance from your PC? The answer is simple… The vast majority of computer problems can be Inside This Issue… solved with one simple step: regular maintenance. That’s right; nearly The Single Biggest Cause Of 80% of all computer problems stem from neglecting to perform routine Computer Crashes, Data Loss, Hacker maintenance such as cleaning your registry, installing security updates, Attacks, Viruses, And Other and monitoring performance. Computer Problems……….…...Page 1 New GPS Cell Phone Tracker Helps Why Do PCs Have So Many Problems? Parents Keep Track Of Their Trick- Or-Treaters……………..……...Page 2 Your computer is not a simple appliance like a TV. Once connected New Solar Powered Charger Will to the Internet, it’s exposed to a barrage of sophisticated hacker attacks, Keep You Cell Phone, GPS, Or iPod viruses, spyware, and other programs that can instantly install them- Charged When You Don’t Have selves to gain access to your data and take control of your machine. Access To An Outlet……..…….Page 2 Plus, adding new programs and other general use of your system will gradually slow your computer’s performance over time; that’s why that Security Alert: Fake Anti-Virus And Anti-Spyware Advertisers Are brand-new PC you just bought a month ago is suddenly not loading Multiplying………………..…....Page 3 programs as fast as it used to. Regular maintenance will not only keep your computer network running like new, but it will also help you Five Metrics To Track On Your avoid crashes, downtime, and data loss resulting from faulty hardware Blog.…………………………......Page 4 or corrupted software. The Smart Way To Avoid These Issues Given the fact that no business can operate without access to e-mail, the Internet, and other important systems and files, it often puzzles us why so many people cringe at spending money on maintaining their PCs. Trying to do it yourself is never a good idea (unless you happen to be a very savvy computer expert) and waiting until something breaks to bring in a technician is like putting on a seat belt AFTER the accident. That’s why we recommend… www.tworivertech.com Page 2 Shiny New Gadget Of …outsourcing the care and maintenance of your computer network The Month to a professional. Not only will they do a better job, but over time a well maintained computer network will significantly reduce your Pico Solar Charger overall IT costs AND allow you to focus on more important issues like sales, profits, management, and customer service. Call Us For A FREE Diagnostic Audit Of Your Network Call us on or before October 31st and, at no cost or obligation, we’ll come to your office and run a series of diagnostic tests to find hidden problems, viruses, and other computer nasties causing your PCs to run slow, freeze up, and cause problems. 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Ads For Fake Anti-Virus And Anti- The Shredder A young executive is working Spyware Programs Are Multiplying late one evening. As he comes out of his office about 8 p.m., Not long ago one of our clients was browsing the web he sees the big boss standing by when a warning popped up on his computer screen, alerting the shredder in the hallway with him that his PC had been infected with a virus. Although the a piece of paper in his hand. alert looked real, he was skeptical and closed the alert by clicking on the “X” in the upper right hand corner of the “Do you know how to work notice. this thing?” the CEO asks. “My secretary's gone home and I Can you guess what happened next? His browser was hijacked, pop up don't know how to run it.” ads started sprouting up everywhere, and he couldn’t get any of his programs to work even though he rebooted his machine. Although this is an extreme The young executive, excited example, the number of fake anti-virus software scams has increased tenfold about this opportunity to shine in the first quarter of this year. Court records reveal one instance of why this says, “Yes, sir!” He promptly has become a hot new trend with hackers: One company (Innovative turns on the machine, takes the Marketing) took in more than $160 billion worldwide last year “selling” fake paper from the CEO and feeds anti-virus programs. it in. “OK!” says the boss, “I just need the one copy.” Here’s How They Nail You: You Know You’re In Online scammers simply create and place fake ads under the name of well Trouble When… -known anti-virus corporations without their permission, and without the Your accountant's letter knowledge of the site selling the ads. But instead of installing a legitimate of resignation is anti-virus program, it installs a virus that either instantly infects the PC or postmarked Zurich. creates a warning that then sells the user a fake clean-up program. You see the captain running toward the How To Avoid Getting Tricked railing wearing a life jacket. 1. Use Firefox as your browser rather than Internet Explorer. A black cat crosses your path and drops dead. 2. Keep your computer updated with the latest anti-virus and anti- Your secretary tells you spyware software, and be sure to use a good firewall. the FBI is on line 1, the District Attorney is on 3. Never open an email attachment unless you are POSITIVE about the line 2, and CBS is on line source. 3. They pay your wages out 4. Do NOT click on any pop-up that advertises anti-virus or anti- of petty cash. spyware software. If a virus alert appears on your screen, DON'T The pest control guy click on it, even to “close” it. Instead, hit control + alt + delete to crawls under your house bring up the Task Manager. From there, delete the "rogue" from the and never comes out. list of running programs, and call us immediately: 732-391-4770 Your pacemaker has only a thirty-day guarantee. 5. Do not download freeware or shareware unless you know it's from a reputable source. Many freeware and shareware programs come bundled with spyware, adware, or fake anti-virus programs. www.tworivertech.com Page 4 Should You Really Trust Five Metrics To Track On Your Blog Every App You Install On Your Phone? Want to turn your ho-hum blog into a true marketing magnet for your busi- ness? Then you have to give it a little TLC and attention.
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