Backups…Keep your Data Safe
We, at Frankenstein Computers, recommend that you keep your backup files in different locations. We recommend using (2) identical external hard drives to back up… Read More »Backups…Keep your Data Safe
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Computer Repair Austin, Virus Removal Austin, Frankenstein Computers
Here at Frankenstein Computers, we pride ourselves on giving the best customer service when it comes to IT repair in Austin. For any IT support… Read More »Computer Repair Austin, Virus Removal Austin, Frankenstein Computers
Why are Progress Bars Generally Inaccurate?
At first thought, it seems that generating an accurate estimation of time should be fairly easy. After all, the algorithm producing the progress bar knows… Read More »Why are Progress Bars Generally Inaccurate?
Regular PC Maintenance
Here at Frankenstein Computers, we recommend regular maintenance on your PC. Easy Things to do are to run regular defragmentation of the hard drive and… Read More »Regular PC Maintenance
Virus Removal in Austin
I have found that many companies remove viruses by wiping the operating system and then reinstalling it. this does remove the virus but it also… Read More »Virus Removal in Austin
Malware vs Hijacked E-Mail
Over the past few weeks we have had more customers call us regarding people receiving SPAM e-mail from their e-mail address. Most of the time… Read More »Malware vs Hijacked E-Mail
Computer Repair Austin
We just had our one year anniversary at our 7702 N. Lamar Blvd. location. We have repaired many computers and have cleaned viruses off of… Read More »Computer Repair Austin
Avoid Installing Toolbars
Toolbars along with malware and viruses are the top reasons for browser problems. It’s a good rule of thumb not to install toolbars if possible. … Read More »Avoid Installing Toolbars
COMPUTER SECURITY
One of the biggest tools that can help keep your computer out of our shop is a good anti-virus program. Anti-Virus software always comes in… Read More »COMPUTER SECURITY
Computer Repair Austin
It amazes me how many customers we get from other computer repair shops. They have either been charged way too much or have been charged… Read More »Computer Repair Austin
Virus Removal Austin
We take virus removal seriously. Most companies will remove your viruses by wiping the hard drive, (losing all of your data and programs, and then… Read More »Virus Removal Austin
Change Your Password
Here is a list of the most common passwords used today. The (value) is how it compares to last year. 1.password (Unchanged)2.123456 (Unchanged)3.12345678 (Unchanged)4.abc123 (Up… Read More »Change Your Password