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It doesn’t matter if you are using a game console, business voip service or your home computer. Any internet-connected device has the potential to be hacked and plagued with viruses if the proper steps aren’t taken. A virus on your home computer can be a truly traumatic experience and while some might not think it’s quite as severe as a home invasion, think about this:

A skilled hacker can obtain the personal information, banking information, credit card digits – all the information necessary to fulfill their objectives and ruin your life, and all they need is a way in. Of course, some hackers just need a crack in the wall to worm their way into your life which is why virus protection is not only integral but an unofficial mandate to anyone using the internet.

Reliable antivirus software isn’t hard to find and they often involve yearly plans with rates you can afford. Some of the big names like Symantec and MacAfee are constantly being updated with new and useful information as the viruses constantly mutate and change to evade detection. There are also free antivirus programs you can find as well but you need to weigh the risk of using a free, third party program against the consequence of it not working.

We use computers more often than we like to admit – you should protect your computer at all costs.

PC users buy virus software all the time, but few users ever bother to renew subscriptions or update virus protection. They have outdated programs, and this is often the entry point for new viruses that infect their systems.

Virus definitions have to be updated. PC users may think that it is some sort of scam, but it is not. Even free virus protection programs require updates of the virus definitions. This is often the only way that [...]

The best way to tell if your computer has a virus is by seeing if it has slowed down significantly in a short time. All computers slow down over time but if you notice your computer is suddenly running slow you may be infected.

You can use a virus identification tool. You should be careful and choose one from a reputable online company. Some virus are hidden within programs promising to spot viruses. Install an anti-virus program and have it run a test on your whole system.

If you suddenly see multiple pop ups on [...]

As laptop batteries age, they stop holding charges for long periods of time. This can become a hassle and interfere with one of the greatest features of laptops – portability. Here are some suggestions to extend the life of your battery and to get the most out of each charge.

1. Keep the battery charged between 20 and 80. Overcharging or undercharging is harmful to the battery cells, making them work harder and wear out faster.

2. Keep the laptop battery cool. Batteries can heat up to 110 [...]

Nothing can be more irritating than losing your internet connection. This has happened to me on a few occasions and it is a very frustrating situation. One of the main reasons your internet connections fails has to do with a reset at the router. At times, the router can be knocked offline and must be reset manually. If this is the case, then just press the reset button for ten seconds and the router will reboot. This should reconnect you to the internet within minutes. Another reason you might lose your [...]