4 Mar 2020

How to remove these 5 computer clutter types

2020-03-30T14:27:19-07:00

Unused apps, error logs, and user bloat are some things that may be cluttering up your computer, causing it to function at less than peak performance. We’ll show you how to remove clutter from your Windows 10 PC and get it to run smoothly again.

5 Types of PC clutter

There are five types of clutter that may be causing your Windows 10 computer to underperform.

  1. Windows updates – This includes failed update downloads. While Windows will delete some of these corrupted and unusable files, others will hang around forever.
  2. Registry bloat – This includes files and applications you’ve deleted in addition to every action performed in Windows, which is recorded in your computer’s registry. Redundant entries bog down your PC.
  3. Error logs – These are log files kept by Windows whenever software in your system encounters errors in processing or crashes altogether. Just like with registry bloat, these log files accumulate and slow down your computer.
  4. User bloat – This refers to large numbers of your own files, […]
How to remove these 5 computer clutter types2020-03-30T14:27:19-07:00
3 Mar 2020

Troubleshoot your Wi-Fi with ease

2020-03-30T14:27:10-07:00

You’ve spent hundreds of dollars on Wi-Fi routers so you can access emails any time, collaborate instantaneously, and access programs and files seamlessly without your connection faltering. But when your Wi-Fi starts acting up, resist the temptation to smash your router. Instead, try these simple ways to troubleshoot common Wi-Fi problems.

Range constraints
Wi-Fi works via radio waves that are broadcast from a central hub, usually from a piece of hardware known as a router. In order to avoid a weak signal in your office, make sure:

  • Your router is placed in a centralized location and not tucked away in the farthest corner of your facility.
  • Your Wi-Fi antennae are either in a fully horizontal or vertical position for optimal signal distribution.

Note that Wi-Fi range constraints can also occur from interference, so if your office is situated in a highly populated area, try changing your router’s channel.

Slow speed
Despite having high-speed or fiber optic internet, slow load times can still occur for a number of reasons. To eliminate this, try […]

Troubleshoot your Wi-Fi with ease2020-03-30T14:27:10-07:00
2 Mar 2020

Taking internal communication to the next level with Microsoft Teams

2020-03-30T14:27:01-07:00

Communication among team members and between different teams, especially when they're in different locations, can be a huge challenge--but it doesn't have to be an obstacle to collaboration and teamwork. Watch this video to discover why Red Lion Hotels (RLH) trusted Microsoft Teams to integrate all its corporate needs into one internal communications tool. Then contact GeeksHD to find out how we can do the same for your organization.

Taking internal communication to the next level with Microsoft Teams2020-03-30T14:27:01-07:00
2 Mar 2020

Hackers come in all shapes and sizes

2020-03-02T08:00:53-07:00

Hackers are known by the general public as cybercriminals, especially with so much news about nude celebrity photos beings released to the cloud, millions of customer information being stolen across many industries, and government agencies paying the ransoms hackers demand so that the former can regain access and control of their systems. However, did you know that not all hackers are bad guys? Read on to learn more about them.

A complicated history

In the 1950s, the term “hacker” was vaguely defined. As computers became more accessible, the word was used to describe someone who explored the details and limits of computer technology by testing them from a variety of angles.

But by the 1980s, hackers became associated with teenagers who were caught breaking into government computer systems — partially because that is what they called themselves, and partially because the word hacker has an inherently aggressive ring to it.

Today, several of those pioneering hackers run multimillion-dollar cybersecurity consulting businesses, while countless others run amok online, hoping to make a quick […]

Hackers come in all shapes and sizes2020-03-02T08:00:53-07:00
2 Mar 2020

AI-powered VoIP: What businesses can expect

2020-03-30T14:26:52-07:00

Business automation is quickly becoming a necessity for most organizations. While human input is still essential, automating processes — and powering them with artificial intelligence (AI) — has allowed for more efficient and effective operations. As telecommunications continue to play a big part in running most business operations, AI developers are also introducing advances in Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) that will take automation to a whole new level.

Contact center operations
Highly automated VoIP technology enables businesses to manage their call centers easily and reduce the need for human intervention.

For example, AI-integrated VoIP systems can determine a caller’s personality, mood, and queries, so calls are routed to the agent best equipped to handle them. This makes call center operations more seamless and cost-efficient, because this reduces the need for a help desk operator to answer calls just to redirect them.

Interactive voice response (IVR) systems
An IVR system is designed to automatically respond to customer queries, which is extremely helpful for high call volumes.

AI enhances this feature by […]

AI-powered VoIP: What businesses can expect2020-03-30T14:26:52-07:00
28 Feb 2020

Great Android office apps to boost your productivity

2020-02-28T08:00:32-07:00

Google Play Store offers a wide range of office apps for Android smartphones and tablets. Such apps allow users to work whenever and wherever, with some even allowing them to do work even when they’re offline. Read on to learn about some of the best office apps for Android.

Microsoft Office

View, edit, share, and collaborate on documents using the Microsoft Office suite of mobile apps. Familiar favorites like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint can be downloaded for free, and you can unlock additional features and functions by getting an Office 365 subscription. Any document, presentation, or spreadsheet you create or it will sync edit to OneDrive so you can access your files at any time, from anywhere, on any device.

Google Drive

More than just free cloud storage, Google Drive for Android offers a whole suite of office apps. Get Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, and Google Photos for free, and for as low as $1.99 per month, you can get additional storage for all of your documents, spreadsheets, […]

Great Android office apps to boost your productivity2020-02-28T08:00:32-07:00
26 Feb 2020

Windows-to-Mac data transfer with Mojave Migration Assistant

2020-03-30T14:26:27-07:00

Purchased a Mac? You’re probably excited to use this new and elegant machine. But your important documents, pictures, and other files are in your well-loved old Windows PC. Thankfully, Apple has made cross-platform transfer of your data simple with the macOS Mojave Migration Assistant. Just follow these steps to gather and move data from your PC to your new Mac. Let’s begin!

Preparing to migrate data

Both the PC and the Mac need to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network, or if you prefer, you can run an Ethernet cable between the ports on the PC and Mac for a direct connection. Since newer Macs do not have an Ethernet port, you may need to purchase an adapter like the Apple Genuine Thunderbolt to Ethernet Adapter.

Now you’ll want to make sure that your Windows drive on the PC doesn’t have any issues. To do this:

  1. Choose Start > Run. You can also press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run box.
  2. In […]
Windows-to-Mac data transfer with Mojave Migration Assistant2020-03-30T14:26:27-07:00
25 Feb 2020

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2020-03-30T14:26:18-07:00

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24 Feb 2020

Simplify your compliance journey with Microsoft 365

2020-03-30T14:26:13-07:00

To thrive in today's privacy-focused era, you need a trusted partner to help you not only overcome the challenges but make the most of your opportunities. Thanks to the Microsoft Cloud and Microsoft 365, you can trust GeeksHD to help.

Simplify your compliance journey with Microsoft 3652020-03-30T14:26:13-07:00
24 Feb 2020

Simple PC tricks to improve your productivity

2020-03-30T14:26:07-07:00

Working in front of a computer has its pros and cons. There are many useful work applications that are available on your desktop or laptop. But there are also so many distractions on-screen vying for your attention that it’s easy for you to lose focus on important tasks. Here are a few tricks to avoid distractions at work and boost your productivity.

Monitor productivity levels

Start by tracking how much work you complete on an average day. There are many useful apps for this. For example, Google Chrome has an extension called RescueTime, which records your most frequently visited sites and tracks how much time you spend away from your computer. The app will provide you with a productivity rating and a detailed log of how you spend your time at work.

If you discover you’re wasting a huge portion of your time on social networking and other productivity killers, you’re more likely to make conscious adjustments on how you manage your time.

Get rid of clutter

You can also decrease distractions and increase your output by deleting old files, […]

Simple PC tricks to improve your productivity2020-03-30T14:26:07-07:00
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