A lot has been written and talked about this week regarding the computer chip vulnerabilities. In a nutshell, this problem allows some programs to access parts of the computer’s memory that normally is walled off and private. This could potentially lead to private information being exposed. The key word being potentially. Although, the problem is real, no hacks or problems… Read More »Intel Meltdown and Spectre Security Problem
Thank you! As my conversion to remote services enters its fourth year, I want to take this opportunity to again thank all my customers who have used the service and the new ones who now have access to the service. A little history For readers who may not originate from western Colorado, I started an onsite computer help and training business… Read More »Customer Satisfaction and Remote Services
After a short summer respite, we came back with a lively and informative podcast this week! Have a listen as we discuss tablets, college computers, digital textbooks, and much more (we always say that, but it’s true!).
Due to many circumstances, busy scheduling, and a couple of short trips, I have been noticeably absent from posting new articles here at HelpMeRick.com the last few months. Thanks for continuing to search for and use the information found within these virtual walls to help make your computer life just a little easier. During these past few weeks, I have… Read More »Longest hiatus is over
I repurposed my EeePC Netbook for my nephew with a copy of Qimo Linux for kids and it works great. Not only does my nephew now have a computer that is secure & virtually trouble-free, but it also comes packed with great learning resources & games. It also allowed me to reduce my computers by one. I now carry my… Read More »Downsizing my tech
Interesting article from a ZDNet author, Christopher Dawson, who also works full-time as a school district computer engineer. Despite locking down Windows computers with security software, tweaking firewalls, and making sure all Windows updates are up to snuff, threats still sneak into their computers. I understand the frustration he exhibits in the article regarding the time and effort spent fighting… Read More »System Engineer fed up with Windows vulnerabilities
I left this note as a comment on a web site just now, but decided that it was good enough to be a post here at HelpMeRick.com. IT is the fancy word for computer technology.
The more I read about and talk with people about computers, I see there are three distinct “classes” of computer users.
In my business (computer consultant/trainer), reading and travels, I find that Read More »3 Classes of Information Technology (IT) Users