Dallas Computer Support- Windows Update

PC Virus Doctors' Dallas PC Support has too many laptops and desktops coming in the shop for repair that are deficient of Windows operating system updates, regardless if the operating system is XP, Vista or Windows 7 and any variant within those operating systems such as "Home Edition" or "Professional Edition".

These updates are for security issues along with compatability issues regarding software and hardware developments. Users should set their desktops and laptops to automatically update and install the latest Windows Updates as they become available.

Click here to get> Windows Operating System Updates.

Neglecting this common PC user error saves technicians time and will save users money without wasting any one's time with update concerns.

Speaking of updating, please update your antivirus and antispyware programs to make sure the antivirus signatures and antimalware signatures are up-to-date.

Visit our Dallas PC Repair website for assistance.

Dallas Computer Service- Registy Cleaning Tip

Excessive bad registry entries can slow a computer from startup, shut down and just other normal activities on the PC. The registry is a hierarchical database that stores configurations and options in Windows operating system.

Do not search out for registry cleaners on the internet if you are not familiar with registry cleaners. Many malware resides in some programs claiming to be legitimate registry cleaners.

A reasonably good registry cleaner comes packaged with a temporary file cleaner named, cCleaner. First clean the temporary files and then scan the registry for problems. It is wise to backup the registry when given the option.

This simple temporary file cleaner and registry cleaner should make some remarkable difference in your PCs performance.

Virus Removal- Email Supported

PC Virus Doctors' Dallas Computer Repair now has an email supported virus removal program that offers free software (must be able to download software, install and execute software), email support and the software is free to keep that allows users to be able to handle any possible future infections on their own. We offer four spyware removers and a choice of several anti-virus programs that are yours to keep! These programs are fully updateable and able to keep up with the latest zero day threats and latest malware that is released in the wild.

The software is the same ones that PC Virus Doctors have used and tested for years. Users can now get rid of malware from the comfort and privacy of their homes without bringing it in to a repair shop or having a technician come to their home.

The email supported virus/malware removal is a one-time fee of $79.99 that can be paid through PayPal and the service can start immediately.

Simply click Email Supported Virus Removal and call (214) 723-4335 to get started!

Dallas Computer Repair Addresses PC Security

In a 60 Minutes report on national cyber security, the news was quite bleak affecting our national cyber defense. Many of our military and civilian installations have been hacked and are vulnerable to attacks, according to the article. This is startling news as our bank accounts can be hacked, along with electric companies where electric could be shut down, water facilities could be hacked and water cut off to entire cities, and this problem goes on and on.

Personal computer users can do their part in ameliorating potential problems by installing the following computer utilities, understanding how these utilities work and using the PC utilities to their fullest potential.

• Firewalls
• Anti-virus
• Anti-spyware

We can only do our part of citizens but utilizing the above utilities whether you buy hardware firewalls or use software as firewalls, keep antiviruses installed, updated and running along with anti-spyware then you are doing your part. US citizens are obliged to take care of our network so we can continue to buy and do other business on the internet.

Dallas Laptop Repair

PC Virus Doctors' Dallas Computer/Laptop Repair fixes all major brand laptops and all issues affecting laptops and notebooks. PC Virus Doctors' can also fix broken laptop cases, including hinges, top covers and bottom covers.

Services include lcd screen replacements for broken or cracked screens on Dells, Compaq, Toshiba, IBM, Gateway, Alien, Sony or any other laptop manufacturer.

PC Virus Doctors' also repair dc laptop jacks on all models. Turn around time is usually 24 to 72 hours for dc jack replacements.

Virus Removals on laptops also take anywhere from 24 to 72 hours average for malware removals that also entails all windows updates and driver updates.

Dallas Computer Repair Fixes Laptop Jacks

PC Virus Doctors' Dallas PC Repair is replacing faulty dc jacks on all make and models of laptops, including:

• Dell
• Compaq
• IBM
• Toshiba
• Acer
• Alien
• Hewlett-Packard; HP
• Sony
• Apple
• and all other model laptops for dc jack repair

DC jacks may need to be ordered at times, however, the replacement time is done within a timely manner. Call Dallas Laptop Repair for immediate service.

Malware Removal More Difficult Than Ever

PC Virus Doctors' Dallas Computer Repair have noticed an increase in the ability of malware authors to hide their warez and go undetectable my most anti-malware vendors. The trojans are primarily associated with rogue/fake malware removers. These hidden trojans make the repair process more difficult and time consuming.

Microsoft updates are important and several updates have been released recently. 10 Windows XP security and other updates where installed on our computers within the last few days with speculation that malware authors had once again exploited Microsoft's operating systems.

All PC users should be sure and keep windows and their browsers updated along with malware/spyware/trojan/virus removers.

Dallas PC Repair Extra Services

PC Virus Doctors have heard lately of national repair services charging extra services at a premium. PCVDs Dallas PC Repair charges minimal services while main repairs are being served. Our Dallas PC Repair facility cleans the registry, updates Windows operating systems, defragments drives, deletes all unnecessary and temporary files including old restore points while establishing clean restore points and updates old drivers without additional charges.

Pre-Christmas DDOS Attacks Amazon and Others

DDOS (Distributed Denial of Service) attacks occured before Christmas at several sites including Amazon. Other internet shopping sites were crippled or slowed down to attacks orchestrated toward their websites. Retailer's Twitter sites were slowed or crippled such as Amazon.com, Salesforce.com and Walmart.com along with Expedia.com.

Dallas Computer Repair is constantly reminding computer user's to keep their antispyware and antivirus software updated with the latest signatures that can remove rogue software that generate bots used to impair websites with increased traffic generated unsuspetingly by innocent PC users. Dallas Virus Removal with install free software that helps keep this unwanted software off PC's allowing their computers to run much more smoothly.

FBI Releases Warning on Rogue AntiMalware

The FBI has issued a press release on December 11 warning of rogue malware that uses popup warnings to alarm users into buying a fake anti-malware/trojan/virus/worm removers. Dallas Virus Removal has seen an alarming increase in the local area beginning last October.

The FBI warns that message contains viruses that could lead to costly repairs or even identity theft. The press releases continues to explain that botnets are used to push advertising on websites with bad advertising also known as "malvertising" using scare tactics to lure PC users into buying the illegitimate software. The software throws a popup on the screen claiming users are infected with trojans, viruses and worms and the malware remover needs to be "registered" (i.e. paid for) for the infections to be removed.

The malicious software cannot be closed out or "X" out and further instructions to download the package could result in worst damage, downloading more malicious software or even keyloggers that log keystrokes on victims computers. The FBI reports that these rogue programs have been estimated to be responsible for about $150 billion dollars in damage.

The FBI asks those who have experienced these popups or infections to contact the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3); www.IC3.gov

Contact Dallas Virus Removal for assistance in removing fake programs, viruses, trojans, spyware and adware.