If you aren’t the most computer savvy when it comes to tech help you are far from alone. The majority of people cannot fix their computers if something goes wrong. The good news is that you aren’t expected to! That is a whole set of skills you were never trained for. That is why Computers & Crypto of St. Pete is here. If you are in the St. Pete, Florida area just give us a call and bring your desktop…
If you just crinkled your nose thinking “Cleaned my computer?”, It is likely time to do just that. This is a very overlooked household and office chore that many either don’t know you need to do or never get around to until it’s too late. What do we mean by “too late”? Here is the thing. We live in a dusty dirty world. That dust accumulates on everything. Shelves, nick knacks, desks, blinds, and yes, computers. No matter how meticulous…
Cryptocurrency has taken the world by storm. In just a matter of a few years, it has gone from a very underground digital currency exchange to mainstream buyers, miners, and traders taking part in the buy and sell on a daily basis. What is Crypto Currency? Cryptocurrency is any form of currency that exists virtually and uses cryptography to secure transactions. Cryptocurrencies rely on a decentralized system to issue new units and record transactions. There is no one regulating authority…
We have come to depend on computers day in and day out for literally everything. This goes for personal as well as business. We rely on them for organization, data storage, record keeping, inventory, passwords, banking, communication, and the day-to-day operations in business. You sit down, click the mouse and turn on the computer, be it a desktop, laptop, PC, or Mac. You just expect it to boot up and show you your desktop so that you can start up…
Long gone are the days of folder-filled filing cabinets. Businesses have gone digital, and every aspect of your organization is now held on a computer, server, external drive, or up in the cloud. With the business world so heavily reliant on digitalization, the use of modern technology in your organization is unavoidable. With this advance comes many advantages, including security. The best and easiest place to start setting up proper cyber security protection is with passwords. Only those with passwords…
The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us, both in business and personal computer use, that most of us are not as prepared as we should be for the various risks that can affect us. Not only are we vulnerable to natural disasters and human-made factors, but we also have systems and devices that can fail us if not set up properly. Due to the increasing number of risks that can affect our business, it’s now more important than ever that organizations…
Sitting and waiting for something to load or for your computer to turn on is annoying. Trying to work on a computer that keeps freezing or lagging can be frustrating. Having to delete old files to make room for new files can be nerve racking, in fear of deleting something that you might need. Having your computer upgraded can solve all of these issues. Common issues with old computers. The most common problem we see with old computers is the…
Old computers taking up space in your home? Would you like to see those computers turn into extra money in your bank account? Here are some best practices for selling your old computers! Do it safely! Selling an old computer or laptop can be risky if you’re not careful. Protecting the valuable information on your computer, and making sure it doesn’t get into the hands of the wrong person to use against you is hard to do nowadays. Having peace…
A freezing computer can kill your thought processes and annihilate your workflow. You’ve probably had it happen while you were perfecting an important project, or even worse, it occurred while you were connected to a work program. You need to get to the bottom of it if it’s affecting your income or creative processes. Here are several reasons it might be freezing on you: Viruses and Malware You might have received a “hot package” from someone who sent you an…