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NERD TIPS & TRICKS
- Always have an active anti-virus solution, but only 1.
- Avoid file sharing sites, they are rife with junk, also i'ts illegal and immoral..
- Run Ad-aware weekly, Spybot monthly.
- Have a backup plan, external hard drive or USB stick, and stick to it..
- Don't open email from senders unknown.
- Don't reply to email from senders unknown.
- Ignore emails claiming your bank account is canceled, delete promptly.
- Make sure that there is an "s" after http when putting private information on the web. There will be a lock at the bottom of the browser window also.
- If your internet isn't working, turn off all computers, unplug the routers for 2 minutes, plug back in, then restart any computers.
- If the steps in 9 do not help, call your provider:
- Cincinnati Bell- 513-379-HELP(4357)
- Time Warner- 513-489-BEEP(2337)
- Unplug your computer when the forecast is for heavy storms. Unplug the network and/or phone line from the PC, as well.
- Don't click on pop ups. Either hit the "x" to cancel or hold the CTRL and "w".
- Always run Microsoft and anti-virus updates when prompted.
- Buy a warranty with a new laptop(iPods ,too).
- Avoid Norton and McAfee at all costs, trust us.
- Use the right mouse button to bring up more options.
- Keyboard shortcuts:
(for most programs)
- Copy=CTRL and "C"
- Cut=CTRL and "X"
- Paste=CTRL and "V"
- Undo=CTRL and "Z"
- Redo=CTRL and "Y"
- Save=CTRL and "S"
- Open=CTRL and "O"
- Print=CTRL and "P"
- Find=CTRL and "F"
- Save as=CTRL + Shift and "S"
- Select all=CTRL and "A"
- Close Window=CTRL and "W"
- Close program=ALT and F4(function key at top)
- Close program(alternate)=CTRL and "Q"
- Restart PC= Windows key, then "U", then "R"
- PC Standby=Windows key, then "U", then "S"
- Shutdown PC=Windows key, then "U", then "U"
- If you get a message saying your machine is infected, ignore it. Close using the methods shown above and run Spybot, then run a full scan with your anti-virus.
- If all else fails, call us, 513-232-8541.
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Cool Support: The Nerd Patrol
City Beat September 20004
NERD PATROL VOTED #1 in CINCINNATI!
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