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April 29, 2013 By Benjamin Benkert Leave a Comment

2-factor authentication and why you should be using it.

2-factor authentication is one of the best ways you can secure your email, website and even your Microsoft RDP connections. If you're like me then you

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August 22, 2012 By Benjamin Benkert Leave a Comment

Second Hand Smoke Can Kill – Your Computer

As an IT Professional it is my job to perform preventative maintenance on computers. One part of my job is removing crud from cooling fans. In most

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August 19, 2012 By Benjamin Benkert Leave a Comment

5 reasons you should consider using Ubuntu Linux

The promise of open source is better quality, higher reliability, more flexibility, lower cost, and an end to predatory vendor lock-in. - Open Source

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August 8, 2012 By Benjamin Benkert Leave a Comment

Scam Alert: How you can avoid online scams.

No one wants to be scammed. Unfortunately every day people become victims of some sort of a scam. Don't be the next victim. You need to be aware of

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July 30, 2012 By Benjamin Benkert Leave a Comment

Why your antivirus software doesn’t work.

Almost anywhere you go online you will see advertisements for anti-virus programs. How do you know which one works? A lot of people take the easiest

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May 17, 2012 By Benjamin Benkert 3 Comments

Five easy tips for maximizing the life of your PC.

Your computer can last a long time if you treat it right and do a little easy maintenance. There are a number of things I do to keep my client's PC's

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October 10, 2011 By Benjamin Benkert Leave a Comment

How you can get the best PC for your money.

Great price great deal right? As you shop for a new computer keep in mind that a great price is not always a great deal. A lot of stores will

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October 1, 2011 By Benjamin Benkert Leave a Comment

Should you fix your old PC or get a new one?

Almost everyday I help someone decide if their PC is worth fixing. Sometimes that decision can be quite challenging. You can usually decide by

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September 29, 2010 By Benjamin Benkert Leave a Comment

Keep your hard drive in top shape.

Taking care of your hard drive should be a priority for everyone. It is where your operating system, photos and important documents are physically

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