People love taking shortcuts in all aspects of life; computers are no exception. Shortcuts, particularly ones performed by keyboard, can save you hours of time once applied properly. We’ve rounded up some of the most common keyboard shortcuts in the past, but today we’re here to produce the ultimate guide on Windows shortcuts. After examining […]
13 Signs That Show You You’re Being Hacked
It’s not always easy to tell if your computer is being hacked, which can make it hard to know when to take action. But there are a few signs that can tip you off to the fact that someone has gained access to your machine. Keep an eye out for these indicators, and if you see […]
3 Common Mistakes That’ll Damage or Ruin Your Motherboard
If the processor is the brain of your computer, the motherboard is the heart — it’s the place where the different parts of a computer connect and talk to each other. So if your motherboard has a problem, it’s a bigger issue than just replacing one part. Usually motherboards are sturdy enough to take the […]
Here’s Why Samsung Note 7 Phones Are Catching Fire
You plug your Samsung Note 7 smartphone into the bedside charger and place it on your nightstand with care. You wake to find your nightstand in flames, smoke billowing everywhere. Or maybe your Jeep. Your hotel room. Your entire home. How could this have happened? Simple: your phone is a Samsung Galaxy Note 7 — and […]
Holidays!
Hi everyone. Craig the Computer Geek is going on a well deserved (and needed) holiday. We will be back on 1 December 2016. Please use our new booking system widget on the website or in Facebook to book an appointment for when we return. For any website updates, please email MJ at maryjoy@craigthecomputergeek.com.au. If your job is an […]
How can I remove a ransomware infection?
Ransomware infection is a type of malware that demands money with menaces: it takes control of your PC, and wants you to pay to get it back. In general, it’s best to avoid paying. If you feel you have no choice, then the malware has exposed critical flaws in your malware protection, and backup and […]
