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Just finished making a website for On-Site Home Care

admin | December 11, 2011 | 0 Comments

We just finished a website for On-Site Home Care. Check it out at onsitehomecare.ca!

Hey Google, Welcome to Spin Oven!

admin | November 12, 2011 | 0 Comments

The article below should change with each visit. Hey Google, welcome to Spin Oven! Hot fresh content, baked daily just for you! Google LOVES new content on your blog, but writing it every week or couple of days can get to be a real pain! There’s got to be an easier way! Spin Oven is [...]

The Hidden Power of Windows Search for Virus Removal

admin | July 20, 2011 | 0 Comments

Hello from your local Computer Doctor. Today I’m going to share one of my most useful tips: unlocking the hidden power Windows Search. If you’ve ever used Windows Vista or Windows 7, you’ve probably seen Windows Search. The search box on the Start Menu is for Windows Search, and so is the search box in [...]

Ken The Computer Doctor Wins 2011 Readers’ Choice Award

admin | May 22, 2011 | 0 Comments

A big thank you to all my awesome clients who nominated me for The Richmond Hill Liberal’s 2011 Reader’s Choice Award for “Best Computer Repair” under the category of “Best Business Service”!

Has your email account been hacked?

admin | April 26, 2011 | 0 Comments

If your friends and family are thanking you (or cursing you) for sending them spam links to dubious websites that sell prescription drugs or unmentionable services, then either your email password has been hacked or you, or one of your contacts, has a computer virus. I have been seeing fake emails a lot lately, particularly [...]

TRANSFERING FILES & SETTINGS FROM YOUR OLD COMPUTER TO NEW COMPUTER

admin | December 30, 2010 | 0 Comments

Season’s Greetings from your local computer doctor on Baker Avenue! If you got a new computer for Christmas, you may be wondering if there is an easy way to get your documents and settings from your old computer to your new one. Windows Easy Transfer is included in Windows 7 to accomplish this task. This tutorial shows you how to use it with a USB flash drive or external hard disk.

10 Tips for Protecting your Online Privacy and Security

admin | December 14, 2010 | 0 Comments

1. Delete the cookies from your web browser regularly. Don’t forget the Flash Cookies – most people have no idea about these! Flash Cookies are stored in a separate area of your computer and must be deleted separately. Adobe provides the following link to delete cookies from Flash and change other security settings: http://www.macromedia.com/support/documentation/en/flashplayer/help/settings_manager07.html 2. [...]

Computer Repair in Richmond Hill

admin | September 7, 2010 | 0 Comments

Computer Repair in Richmond Hill How do you find a computer servicing business or individual you can trust? While investigating online reviews and getting recommendations from friends and family are two of the best ways, here are some other questions to think about. These are things to keep in mind when selecting a technician or [...]

Computer Recycling in Richmond Hill

admin | August 25, 2010 | 0 Comments

Learn about Computer Recycling in Richmond Hill Computers and electronics waste contain a myriad of toxins that, if not disposed of properly, can become a hazard to the environment and human health. Here is a guide to help you reduce your environmental impact. Reduce – The best way to be environmentally friendly is to make [...]