Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Hard Drive Failure is Common
It could happen like this: You turn on your computer and you see “A disk read error occurred Press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart”. You try to restart it and you just get the same error. This may indicate your hard drive has suddenly failed. The message can vary but the result is the same, your computer will not boot.
The hard drive is the heart of your computer, it holds every program and file in your computer. Hard drives have spinning platters and a read head similar to how a record player has a record with its arm and a needle. These moving parts are very delicate and when something goes wrong, your data can be lost in an instant.
Do not use system restore disks. Reinstalling Windows does NOT fix this. Do not try to fix it yourself because you have a higher risk of losing your precious photos, documents, and music.
If your computer is having any of these symptoms, take it to a computer professional and have them straighten it out. A proper diagnosis is required. The cause may be other than a failed hard drive. If your drive has failed, we can replace it and have your computer running again. Repairing computers is our specialty. Our normal service area is Pompano Beach in Festival Flea Market Mall.
Contact Computer Services Tech for an appointment.
Windows 10 – Why you should upgrade, and soon!
Windows 10 was released July 29th, 2015 as a free upgrade to anyone with a qualifying device. As of May 5th, 2016 Windows 10 was on 300 Million active devices. Why should you upgrade? First and foremost, your device will be more secure. It will work better with other security programs and enhance your overall protection. Your software will also run at a more efficient rate, making time on the device more productive and enjoyable. It is more customizable than older versions of Windows and has more user aid options. Lastly it is not overwhelming for even the most novice computer user.
With the first anniversary of the Windows 10 release comes new information. As of July 29th, 2016 the Windows 10 upgrade will no longer be free. New devices purchased up to and after that date will come with Windows 10 as the standard operating system, however, if you have an existing device that is not yet upgraded we recommend doing so before the cutoff date.
We have experienced that the majority of people who perform the upgrade on their own find issues with the system after it is complete. This is not a user error or a downfall of the Windows 10 system. It is more that the upgrade its self does not preform the proper tasks to update completely. There are many programs and settings that need to be optimized in order to complete the update process and not have problems. We recommend going to local and trustworthy computer repair shops to have them install and optimize the update process.
Computer Services Tech is happy and eager to assist its customers in completing this exciting new change.
Is my computer eligible?
The only requirements are that a) your device is compatible, and b) you’re running genuine Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1) or Windows 8.1 (Update). You can only upgrade to Windows 10 free if you do so within 12 months of release (that’s July 29th 2016). Upgrade outside this period and you will have to pay the standard retail costs: $119.99 for "Windows 10 Home" and $199.99 for "Windows 10 Pro".
Windows 10 was released July 29th, 2015 as a free upgrade to anyone with a qualifying device. As of May 5th, 2016 Windows 10 was on 300 Million active devices. Why should you upgrade? First and foremost, your device will be more secure. It will work better with other security programs and enhance your overall protection. Your software will also run at a more efficient rate, making time on the device more productive and enjoyable. It is more customizable than older versions of Windows and has more user aid options. Lastly it is not overwhelming for even the most novice computer user.
With the first anniversary of the Windows 10 release comes new information. As of July 29th, 2016 the Windows 10 upgrade will no longer be free. New devices purchased up to and after that date will come with Windows 10 as the standard operating system, however, if you have an existing device that is not yet upgraded we recommend doing so before the cutoff date.
We have experienced that the majority of people who perform the upgrade on their own find issues with the system after it is complete. This is not a user error or a downfall of the Windows 10 system. It is more that the upgrade its self does not preform the proper tasks to update completely. There are many programs and settings that need to be optimized in order to complete the update process and not have problems. We recommend going to local and trustworthy computer repair shops to have them install and optimize the update process.
Computer Services Tech is happy and eager to assist its customers in completing this exciting new change.
Is my computer eligible?
The only requirements are that a) your device is compatible, and b) you’re running genuine Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1) or Windows 8.1 (Update). You can only upgrade to Windows 10 free if you do so within 12 months of release (that’s July 29th 2016). Upgrade outside this period and you will have to pay the standard retail costs: $119.99 for "Windows 10 Home" and $199.99 for "Windows 10 Pro".
What type of Laptop should I buy?
Choosing a laptop is mostly
about the use that you need it for, as well as your financial criteria, of
course. The following information can help you make your choice.
For Entertainment (Music and Movies)
Choose a laptop with a big screen (over 15”) with high definition (preferably 1920×1080) and a HDMI output. It is better to also have a big HDD (over 500GB) as well as a Blu-ray player.
For Carrying in a Long Period of Time
Choose a laptop with a small screen(up to 14”), light (less than 2 kilos) and with a big battery span (at least 5 hours). If you want it mainly for getting your emails and go online, then a netbook would be a better solution, as netbooks have a slower processor and smaller memory but they are cheaper.
For Video-Image Editing and Games
Choose a laptop with a big screen (over 15”) with a big screen resolution, a strong processor (e.g. i7), efficient memory (4GB and more) and a significantly big HDD capacity. Also, the screen card should have an independent memory.
For Entertainment (Music and Movies)
Choose a laptop with a big screen (over 15”) with high definition (preferably 1920×1080) and a HDMI output. It is better to also have a big HDD (over 500GB) as well as a Blu-ray player.
For Carrying in a Long Period of Time
Choose a laptop with a small screen(up to 14”), light (less than 2 kilos) and with a big battery span (at least 5 hours). If you want it mainly for getting your emails and go online, then a netbook would be a better solution, as netbooks have a slower processor and smaller memory but they are cheaper.
For Video-Image Editing and Games
Choose a laptop with a big screen (over 15”) with a big screen resolution, a strong processor (e.g. i7), efficient memory (4GB and more) and a significantly big HDD capacity. Also, the screen card should have an independent memory.
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