Is your
ready for 2020?
Is your computer or laptop ready for whatever 2020 will throw at it?
Here's our tp 20 tips to keep it in good shape, but of course we're here to help any time!
- Backup, backup, backup – always have at least one other copy of your data.
- Run our Laptop/PC HealthCheck scanning application – 100% safe and free!
- Uninstall any software you don't need or use – some comes pre-installed.
- Check Windows Updates are current. Windows 7 is no longer supported.
- Check all your software is running the latest version (PatchMyPC is good).
- Consider removing any apps that hog resources and slow things down.
- Remove temporary files, and temporary internet files. Empty Recycle Bin.
- You may benefit from adding more memory (RAM) to your PC or Laptop.
- Check the health of your hard drive and consider replacing with an SSD.
- If using a laptop, don't leave it plugged in – batteries last longer if used!
- Check what apps are auto-running at startup and disable if not needed.
- Remove dust from vents and (if accessible) fans to prevent overheating.
- Unlucky for some: Passwords. You may want to use a password manager.
- If using public wi-fi, consider using a VPN to keep your data more secure.
- Use secure ports for your email if possible (IMAP on 193, SMTP on 465).
- Windows built-in security is usually OK for home use, but ensure it is on!
- Pay attention when installing software (Unchecky unchecks extra boxes).
- If you don't want to pay for Office 365, download Libre Office instead.
- Did we mention backups are important? Ideally one physical, one cloud.
- We recommend a HealthCheck every six months. Contact us to book in.
Enter your email address and click the button for your FREE HealthCheck scan.
It will download a small file called ScanCircle4D_en_S6Connect.exe, which you should then open/run to perform the scan. You'll immediately get your results and any further reccommendations via email.
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