We are a bunch of tech geeks, coders and designers. What exactly is Adware »
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To continue our journey into the land of annoying pop-ups and information stealing software, let’s talk about Adware.
Adware is in the same group as spyware (privacy-invasive software) in that Adware may be used to allow Spyware into your PC. If the program you are using has Adware built-in, it may display or download advertisements to your PC at any time. (Ever had pop-ups out of nowhere? Even while not on the internet? That’s one example of Adware) Most software developers may use this as a means to offer free software or software at a reduced cost (since they are being paid by whomever they are advertising for). Though as I stated above these adware programs basically leave the door open for spyware programs.
To keep your PC ad free, I recommend running a program called Ad-Aware on your PC(s) at least once per month. This will scout out those nasty Adware registry files and program files. It also deletes them for you, how great is that!
Check out part 1 of What exactly are Spyware, Adware, Malware, and Viruses to find out more information on Spyware.
The Importance of Data Backups »
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These days almost any business large or small has some type of important electronic data that they rely on. Whether it be email, financial, or basic documentation this data can be crucial to keeping your business running smoothly and efficiently. However, a simple PC crash can cause many hours of hard work to be lost instantly. Even worse, having some sort of natural disaster, be it a hurricane, flooding, fire, etc… can cause you to lose thousands of dollars in data loss. Hardware can be covered and replaced by your insurance company, data on the other hand, once lost, is gone forever (or at least until someone goes through the lucrative task of trying to rebuild years of data in a few weeks.) Here are two simple words that could be your saving grace from any of these horrible events: Disaster Recovery
Having a Disaster Recovery plan in place will give you the peace of mind to concentrate on the other areas of your business instead of having to worry about data loss. Crystal Coast Technologies offers a Disaster Recovery plan that will fit your business needs through something called Online Backups. These online backups will back up your important data off-site and have it available to be restored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Before your data is sent off-site, it will be encrypted and completely secured so that your data stays completely safe. With Crystal Coast Technologies your data is going to be safe and there for you when you need it.
Click here to learn more about our Online Backup Solutions.
Setting up your PC to Allow for Remote Tech Support »
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Many times we will be able to fix a software problem you may be having from right here in the office. Using a program called Crossloop, with your permission we can actually see any errors on your machine, exactly as you are seeing them. This software has to be installed on your PC. Here are the steps to install:
1. Go to Crossloop Download
2. Click Download -> Click Run
3. During install use all defaults (click Next all the way through)
That’s it for the install of the Crossloop software!
If you are having trouble with your PC and would like our help. Here are the steps to allow us to connect to your PC:
1. Click Start -> Click Programs -> Click on Crossloop folder -> Click on Crossloop
2. X out of the Create an Account screen
3. You should see this screen pop-up
3. Make sure you have the Share tab selected and we will ask you for your code # (ex. 55555555)
4. Click Connect
If you have any questions about the install or are having any issues, send us an email at tech@crystalcoasttech.com and we will do our best to help you.
HP Desktop and Laptop Deals »
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HP puts out great products that cover almost any application you need, from the Home User, to Small Office all the way up to Enterprise applications. Here are some weekly specials on HP Desktops, HP Laptops, Printers and even cameras:
HP Laptop Deals:
Save up to $364 on the HP Pavilion dv9700z Notebook PC
Includes:
- $150 instant savings
- FREE upgrade to 2GB memory from 1GB ($50 value)
- FREE webcam and fingerprint reader ($50 value)
- FREE LightScribe ($15 value)
- 4 year LoJack for the price of 3 year ($20 value)
- $30 off Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 ($30 value)
- FREE shipping ($49 value)
- PLUS, get a FREE printer with Mail In Rebate ($70 value)
Save $369 on the HP Pavilion tx2000z Customizable Notebook
Includes:
- $150 instant savings
- FREE upgrade to 2GB memory from 1GB ($50 value)
- FREE upgrade to Bluetooth ($20 value)
- FREE webcam and fingerprint reader ($50 value)
- 4 year LoJack for the price of 3 year ($20 value)
- $30 off Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 ($30 value)
- FREE shipping ($49 value)
- PLUS, get a FREE printer with Mail In Rebate ($70 value)
Save $414 on the HP Pavilion dv9700t Customizable Notebook
Includes:
- $150 instant savings
- FREE upgrade to 3GB memory from 2GB ($50 value)
- 50% off discrete graphics ($50 value)
- FREE webcam and Fingerprint reader ($50 value)
- FREE LightScribe ($15 value)
- 4 year LoJack for the price of 3 year ($20 value)
- $30 off Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 ($30 value)
- FREE shipping ($49 value)
- PLUS, get a FREE printer with Mail In Rebate ($70 value)
HP Desktop and Printer Deals:
Save up to $179 on an HP Pavilion s3400z Desktop PC
Includes:
- $50 instant savings
- FREE upgrade from 2GB to 3GB of memory ($50 value)
- FREE hard drive upgrade to 500GB from 320GB ($50 value)
- FREE shipping ($29 value). PLUS get a FREE printer after mail in rebate ($70 value)
Save up to $300 instantly on select HP Laserjet Printers, plus get FREE shipping
Save 40% off select HP Digital Cameras
We are also tracking some Dell Laptop specials and will have them for you soon.
North Carolina Tar Heels ACC Champions »
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I know that this post is not technology related, but it is my blog and I can post what I want 
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Couple today’s Tar Heel victory over the Clemson Tigers to win the ACC Championship with yesterday’s loss by the WAY overrated Duke Blue Devils and this was a spectacular weekend of college basketball.
It would have been nice to put the beat-down on Duke again in the finals, but they could not get past Clemson. So, the Tar Heels had to show them how to do it.
GO HEELS!!!
