Apple computers have traditionally been more expensive than PCs, but the upside is that they last longer and tend to maintain their value fairly well. We still get requests from people trying to fix their 10+ year old Macs and despite the age, they perform very well after some upgrades! However, most of them can only run older versions of MacOS…
The Do-it-Yourself is a very common attitude in Australia. But, it can be problematic when you try to fix your own computers or phones. This article shares five risks and why it’s safer to go to a computer repair shop.
According to a few articles online, your computer keyboard is several times dirtier than an average public bathroom seat. Yikes! When was the last time you cleaned yours? In this article, we’ll tell you how to do it in a safe way.
If you want a decent computer but don’t want to spend close to $2000 to buy a new one, a refurbished model is worth considering. But there are a few points you need to keep in mind before you part with your cash. Keep reading to learn more.
Your computer screen is one of the most (if not most!) important parts of your computer, especially if you use your computer for more than a few hours a day. Our latest article discusses six factors and how they impact your experience. Learn more!
If you care about the data on your computer, you must back it up – no exceptions! However, backups may not always save you from a disaster… Almost every month, there is yet another story about a business or organization getting all their data encrypted and then having to decide whether they will pay ransom to get it back or not…
We’ve heard from many of our customers about scam calls from their “Internet providers”. Purportedly, their Internet connection was going to be disconnected immediately unless they took some action. Last week, someone called us and they must have ignored that we answer the phone with “Hello, this is Fix My Laptop, you are speaking with… how can I help you”
Wait, what? When Windows 10 came out in 2015, Microsoft had told us it would be their last version of Windows. It has received (and will continue) regular updates for the last 5 years but clearly, Microsoft wants to shift away from it…
Murphy’s Law says your device will go down right after your warranty expires. Avert that disaster. This article suggests some strategies to handle that situation and keep your technology up and running even out of warranty.
Almost every week we see people who can no longer access their email. Whether the crooks use it to send spam, access your other online accounts, or hassle your contacts, it can become a huge problem if you don’t deal with it quickly!
