User Error: The Unseen Adversary of Smooth IT Operations

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In the fast-paced realm of Information Technology (IT), where every second counts, the impact of user errors often remains an unseen adversary, quietly disrupting smooth operations.  Picture this: a crucial project deadline looming, and a well-intentioned employee inadvertently deletes a vital file. In this seemingly innocuous scenario lies the crux of a common yet underestimated challenge—user errors in IT operations.  … Read More

Debunking the Myth: Will Installing Antivirus Slow Down Your PC?

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When a computer’s demand for resources exceeds its available capacity, it slows down. This applies to all programs, making the commonly asked question somewhat flawed. A more relevant inquiry might be, “Is my chosen antivirus consuming an excessive amount of resources, and are there alternatives that operate with less strain on my system?” While there’s a prevalent belief that antivirus … Read More

Demystifying Cybersecurity Threats: Protecting Your Business

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It has been a while since Cloud technology started being adopted by more and more businesses, expanding networks beyond the traditional LAN and WAN concepts to either hybrid or fully cloud-driven ones. Resources are scattered between local and cloud network architectures, which increases the complexity of security orchestration due to the architectural diversity of these mixed platforms. The Covid pandemic … Read More

Importance of Keeping Your Computer Updated

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In today’s digital age, computers have become an integral part of our daily lives, both personally and professionally. From managing finances to staying connected with loved ones, our reliance on these machines is undeniable.  However, with great dependence comes great responsibility, and one of the key responsibilities of a computer user is to ensure your system is up to date. … Read More

How to Tell if Your Power Supply is Failing

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The most obvious sign of a failing power supply (PSU) is that your computer will not turn on anymore. That is, no led’s, no fans, nothing at all. There are other symptoms that a computer exhibits that could indicate a failing power supply, ranging from software errors like blue screens of death, to weird hardware behaviours like random freezes and … Read More

Can Laptop RAM Be Upgraded

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Most laptops’ RAM can be upgraded unless the RAM is soldered to the main board. If you own a newer MacBook or a quite thin laptop, then chances are the RAM is actually soldered and cannot be upgraded. We will provide a quick guide to aid you in determining if you can benefit from an upgrade and if that is … Read More

How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Laptop Battery

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During the lifespan of a laptop, the battery usually needs replacing once or twice. If your laptop has a detachable battery, like the HP 15 ac series for example, then you could simply order one online and replace it yourself. But the majority of laptops nowadays need to be disassembled by professionals in order to get to the battery and … Read More

How to Choose the Best SSD For Your Computer

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Even though conventional magnetic hard drives are slow and SSD technology has been around for a long time now, some vendors still choose to equip systems with hard drives, causing subpar performance at times.  Upgrading from a conventional hard drive to a solid-state drive can drastically boost the overall performance of your system. But with so many options and naming … Read More

Liquid Cooling Vs Air Cooling: Which is Best For Your PC Build

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Cooling is a critical part of your custom build, as it will directly impact the overall performance as well as the lifespan of your system, so choosing the best solution for your custom build is very important. While liquid cooling will deliver better performance, it is not always preferred or beneficial. Both liquid cooling and air cooling have their place … Read More

Is a Custom PC Better Than a Pre-built for Gaming

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This question comes up a lot from clients looking at buying a new PC, and for very good reason as there are advantages and disadvantages to both of these systems. We believe most people do know that the answer to this question is that a custom build will always be better. However, the true question everyone has at the back … Read More