Written by Peter Reginald | 18 March 2010
Posted in Security

XP Antimalware is a rogue (or fake) antispyware program that performs a computer scan and reports that your computer is infected. These security alerts and reports of infections are false.

Written by Peter Reginald | 09 March 2010
Posted in Security

If you have Perfect Defender 2009 running on your computer then beware. It is a rogue (or fake) antispyware program that performs a computer scan and reports that your computer is infected. In most cases these security alerts and reports of infections are false.

Written by Peter Reginald | 09 March 2010
Posted in Security

If your computer is infected by a virus or spyware then you might have come across the term 'worm'. In a nutshell a worm is similar to a virus but is technically different.

Written by Peter Reginald | 05 March 2010
Posted in Software

If you have received a suspicious email from UPS, Westpac, Myspace etc asking you to open the attached file then this article explains what happens when the attachment is opened. The attachment contains a rogue .exe application which installs Zbot on your computer.

Written by Peter Reginald | 25 February 2010
Posted in Security

If you have Vista Antispyware 2010 running on your computer then beware. It is a rogue (or fake) antispyware program that performs a computer scan and reports that your computer is infected. In most cases these security alerts and reports of infections are false.

Written by Peter Reginald | 19 February 2010
Posted in Operating System

Microsoft have created a computer program that checks your PC to see if it's compatible for a Windows 7 upgrade (in other words 'Windows 7 Ready') and then provides a report outlining any compatibility issues and offers some guidance on fixing the PC before you install Windows 7.

Go there...

Written by Peter Reginald | 17 February 2010
Posted in Hardware

Buying a desktop computer can be a confusing and sometimes costly decision. Now imagine how empowered you could feel when you have a clear vision of what you want in a new computer. This ebook will show you how to shop for your dream computer in 12 simple, clear steps.

Written by Peter Reginald | 16 February 2010
Posted in Operating System

It is possible to install a counterfeit or pirated copy of Vista that bypasses the online Genuine Validation Check. The computer bypasses this check by running a special script (or programming code).

Written by Your PC Matters | 16 February 2010
Posted in Security

Elk Cloner is credited with being the first computer virus to appear "in the wild" -- outside the single computer or lab where it was created. Written in 1982 by Rich Skrenta, it attached itself to the Apple DOS 3.3 operating system and spread by floppy disk.

Written by Your PC Matters | 16 February 2010
Posted in Software

Error Codes: An Overview

Error codes on Windows computers are generated when an operation does not occur as desired. These error codes work as the first step to help users identify the cause of the problem and then resolve it.

Written by Your PC Matters | 16 February 2010
Posted in Security

When installing Windows Defender on a new XP system you might receive an error code 80004002 after trying to update the program. We have found a solution to this error code by following these steps.

Written by Your PC Matters | 16 February 2010
Posted in Software

You may encounter many different types of error messages when you attempt to install Microsoft Office on your Windows computer. In this article, we are going to discuss a few such errors and the methods you can use to resolve them.

Written by Your PC Matters | 16 February 2010
Posted in Software

Add-on toolbars are actually Browser Help Objects that are plugged into Web browsers, such as Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox, to incorporate new enhancements and functionalities within them.

Written by Your PC Matters | 16 February 2010
Posted in Software

In order to solve any problem, you must first be able to identify the problem correctly, ascertain the reason behind the problem and enlist the ways to resolve it.

Written by Your PC Matters | 16 February 2010
Posted in Software

Microsoft Outlook uses single database file called a "PST File" to store your emails, calendar, contacts etc.

Written by Peter Reginald | 16 February 2010
Posted in Operating System

Whether you are a technician or a DIY there are several reasons why you would want to install XP from a USB device like an external hard drive or a USB stick.

Written by Your PC Matters | 15 February 2010
Posted in Home and Office

Your home office should be planned carefully, as the right equipment and office furniture will not only save you time and effort, but money, too. Old or inconvenient office furniture results in a messy workspace, loss of productivity and can eventually lead to back or wrist pain.