Technology Whisperers - Virus Removal - Computer Repair
Antivirus / Malware Removal / Security
The proliferation of mobile broadband devices, web-enabled smart phones and tablets, and the increasing popularity of social media networks has contributed to a soaring number of new virus and malware infections. In addition to traditional viruses, there has also been a significant increase in so called "rogueware" attacks where a false antivirus program begins warning users of virus infection and then prompts them to purchase the bogus software in order to remove non-existent viruses. While viruses can be merely an inconvenience, slowing your computer or disabling your internet connection, some can be devastating, deleting files, or stealing private information. Malware is most noticeable in its obvious forms: slowing down your computer with popups, installing search bars in Internet Explorer or Firefox, and hijacking your home page. But it also possesses the much more sinister capability of harvesting your personal information - including your credit card numbers, SSN, and online banking logon - and using it for identity theft or fraud. The good news is that there are many excellent free antivirus and anti-spyware programs available for the home user, as well as economical options for businesses and individuals who want comprehensive protection.
Data Recovery
Hard drive crashes can come suddenly and without warning. You may turn on your computer one day and receive an "Operating System not found", "Inaccessible Boot Disk", or similar error. Hard drives typically last 3 to 5 years before failing but can fail as soon as 6 months to 1 year depending on operating conditions or physical trauma. Even if your computer is still under warranty the manufacturer will not assist you in recovering your data, they will simply send you a new hard drive. Data recover labs charge steep fees typically ranging from $500 to $3000 and upwards. If mission critical data worth thousands of dollars is on the line, it may be worth it for you to pay the premium and go with a company like Ontrack or DTI Data. But for many individual users and small businesses, spending thousands of dollars on data recovery is simply not an option. Whether your notebook, desktop, or external hard drive has crashed, there's a good chance your data can be recovered utilizing sophisticated software analysis. Here at Technology Whisperers we have successfully recovered accounting and Outlook data for small businesses, years worth of research and writing for graduate students, mp3 music libraries, personal photos, and even a film student's half terabyte of digital video. We can also recover accidentally or maliciously deleted files emptied from the Recycle Bin or deleted via other means. Not sure what happened or when it happened? Just tell us everything you know and we'll give you our honest opinion as to whether the data can be recovered.
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Computer Tune-Up
Much like an automobile, your computer will become slower and start to have problems if it is not 'tuned' regularly. Old temporary files and applications clutter up the hard drive, files get fragmented, and some applications can even spy on your surfing habits, and get in the way of your Internet access. Technology Whisperers Tune Up will enhance your computer's performance, and make sure you're fully protected from security threats and viruses. While we're at it, we'll provide recommendations for how to make the most of the hardware and software investments you've made. Let us professionally tune-up your system for peak performance and security.
Look in our Deals section for special pricing!
Look in our Deals section for special pricing!
Password Recovery
It seems like everything has a password or security code these days and with so many to remember it's no wonder that people occasionally forget their Windows logon password or the password they set for their Outlook e-mail a year ago. Luckily these passwords are easy to recover or reset in most instances. Whether you're locked out of Windows, forgot the password to your Excel or Word document, or need to recover a starred password (disguised by *****) stored in Internet Explorer or some other program, chances are we can help you. We may also be able to recover passwords for other types of programs and files; ask us and we'll let you know.
Troubleshooting
Getting strange error messages? Has your computer started freezing, randomly restarting, or experienced a sudden decrease in speed? Does Windows freeze or go into a reboot loop when you start up your computer? Is your computer making loud clicking or whining noises? Whatever the symptoms, we can troubleshoot your system, find the cause, and fix it.
Data Backup
How valuable is your data? This is a question many people unfortunately don't consider until it's too late. A hard drive crash can be devastating, whether you lose accounting data, e-mails, or a term paper. Laptop hard drives are particularly susceptible to overheating or physical trauma which may render the data unrecoverable. With external hard drives getting bigger and cheaper every year, there's no reason to leave your data at risk. Don't wait until it's too late, get a reliable backup system in place now!
Software Installation / Upgrade
Are you running outdated software? Still running Office 2003? Considering upgrading from Windows XP or Vista to the new Windows 7 operating system? There have been many improvements in functionality, security, and user interface in the new versions of Microsoft Office, Windows, Windows Server, and many other software products. Some upgrades are simple enough for regular users to apply them without help but major upgrades such as the switch from Windows XP to Windows 7 or from Office 2000 to 2010 can be tricky and often require reconfiguration and re-installation of accompanying software.
Hardware Installation / Upgrade
Hardware installations can be intimidating even for people who are computer-savvy. Whether you're adding a scanner, a bigger disk drive, more memory, or any number of other hardware upgrades or replacements , Technology Whisperers can help. We can provide the best recommendations for achieving your goals, the best brands and most cost-effective sources from which to obtain parts. We can also provide parts directly, and install them for you, while guaranteeing that things will work when it's all put back together.
With Technology Whisperers, you'll always get "plug and play" rather than "plug and pray"!
With Technology Whisperers, you'll always get "plug and play" rather than "plug and pray"!
