http://www.computerrooterinc.com Computer Rooter - Denver Metro Area Computer Support Sat, 07 Mar 2009 15:46:27 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Computer Rooter would like to thank all of our customers for a great 2008!  We look forward to serving the Denver Metro area's computer support needs in 2009.  Happy New Year! http://www.computerrooterinc.com/2009/01/happy-new-year/ Chances are if you're reading this that you've had your fair share of performance issues and computer problems over time.  One of the biggest causes of computer annoyances and problems these days is "spyware".  What is spyware?  Spyware (or as it is sometimes referred to, "malware" (malicious software)) is similar ... http://www.computerrooterinc.com/2008/10/spyware-what-is-it-and-how-can-i-protect-myself/ Microsoft had originally announced that they would stop shipping Windows XP Professional to hardware vendors after January 31, 2009.  Last week however they announced that they have extended that date to July 31, 2009. There has been a significant backlash against Vista from both the private and corporate sectors.  There are ... http://www.computerrooterinc.com/2008/10/windows-xp-wont-die/ When was the last time you checked your email?  If you are like most Americans, it was within the past 15 minutes.  Read this excellent article from PC World on how to determine if you have an "Email addiction": http://www.pcworld.com/article/150928/email_addiction_five_signs_you_need_help.html http://www.computerrooterinc.com/2008/09/are-you-addicted-to-email/ The most frequent call we get at Computer Rooter is from people who suspect they've been infected with a virus.  Sometimes these infections are so severe that the repair takes hours and is thus quite expensive.  There are precautions you can take however to avoid getting infected initially: 1) Make sure you ... http://www.computerrooterinc.com/2008/06/am-i-safe-virusesspyware/ Microsoft releases services packs for windows once every few years.  Service packs typically offer some minor new features but mostly they encompass all hot fixes since the last release.  If you are a windows XP user we recommend that you download and install Microsoft's latest (and last) service pack for ... http://www.computerrooterinc.com/2008/06/windows-xp-service-pack-3/ At Computer Rooter our goal is to not only solve your computer problems, but to educate you on problem prevention.  Check here often for self-help tips!  If you are familiar with RSS feeds, you may also subscribe to our blog by clicking here. http://www.computerrooterinc.com/2008/06/computer-tips/