Cyber Monday Discount on Computer Repair Services
$25 Off for Computer Repair Services Cyber Monday Special Take a $25 discount off our Diagnosis fees on November 26th, Cyber Monday ! Do you have a broken down computer that you keep putting off getting fixed? Stop by on Cyber Monday and we will tell you what's wrong with it and take $25 […]
Continue Reading...Beware Of Black Friday Online Shopping Scams and Fake Mobile Apps
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday fast approaching, many consumers are looking for great deals. In the last several years the numbers of purchases made online or via mobile phones now accounts for over 40% of all sales. As consumers are scrolling through their phones searching for the next best deal, this is also the […]
Continue Reading...Don't be Fooled by the Latest Phishing Attempts
Within the last week we here at Orange County Computer there have been an influx of phishing scams, specifically 'Sextortion' scams, that have been reported to us. With this scam, victims receive an email from the scammer stating that they have access to all your accounts, passwords, that they have infected the PC with a […]
Continue Reading...Safeguarding Your Mobile Devices and Your Data from Loss
Data Loss on Mobile Devices There have been few inventions that have made life easier that the invention of the computer and all the modern devices that we have come to depend on. From being able to communicate with people worldwide to sharing family photos to conducting business with the click of a button. Our […]
Continue Reading...Windows Security Update Breaks Remote Desktop Connection
Windows Security Update Breaks Remote Desktop Connection One of the most recent Microsoft Security updates to CredSSP is breaking the authentication process for remote desktop connection users. The following platforms are affected: Windows Server 2016Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard Windows Server 2012 Standard Windows 8.1Windows 10Windows 7Windows 10 Version 1511Windows 10 Version 1607Windows 10 Version […]
Continue Reading...MyFitnessPal Data Breach affects Million of Users
MyFitnessPal Data Breach Last month officials at Under Armour the parent company of MyFitnessPal became aware of a data breach that affected 150 million users. The online fitness and nutrition tracking website contacted the users to advise them that their data had been compromised. The unauthorized party gained access to usernames, email addresses and passwords. […]
Continue Reading...SamSam Ransomware Attack on the City of Atlanta
The threat of ransomware attacks continue to grow, just a few weeks ago the City of Atlanta was the target of one of the largest ransomware attacks. The hackers encrypted a portion of the city government’s vital systems. The city was forced to shut down municipal courts, online bill paying and other functions. Hackers demanded […]
Continue Reading...Free Diagnostic for Computer Repair Services- Black Friday Discount
Free Diagnostic for Computer Repair Services Black Friday Special Our Regular Diagnostic fee is $85 but on Black Friday, November 24th, it's free! Do you have a broken down computer that you keep putting off getting fixed? Stop by on Black Friday and we will tell you what's wrong with it for free! We […]
Continue Reading...Hard Disk Drives vs. Solid State Drives - What is the best choice?
Hard disk drives? Solid state drives? I'm so confused! You are not alone - most people absolutely have no idea what the difference is between a traditional hard disk drive (HDD) and a solid state drive (SSD). Why would you? Orange County Computer is here to help. Choosing between a traditional hard drive with moving […]
Continue Reading...E-Mail Security Phishing Attempts: How to determine if a fraudulent phishing attempt or ransomware is lurking in your Inbox
E-Mail Security Phishing E-Mail Security is a daily concern for many companies, even with the correct firewalls, routers and layers of security in place. Ransomware attacks are increasing daily at an exponential level. According to the FBI, in 2016, an average of 4,000 ransomware attacks took place every day on businesses.Typically we would differentiate between […]
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