Windows

Microsoft’s Windows is an essential part of the computer experience for may of our clients. These blog posts written by our IT Nerds help you get the most out of the operating system and help you avoid some of the common pitfalls. With their many years of experience working with computers, the staff at Nerd Crossing have learnt a thing or two about Windows which they are happy to share with you!

Windows 7 & Server 2008 End of Life

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Windows has announced that they will no longer support Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 starting on January 14, 2020. This means that starting on January 15, 2020, Microsoft will no longer provide technical assistance and software updates for Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 systems. This change has an impact on many businesses and residents. We're here to answer questions and help you with the next steps.
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Tech Tip: New Microsoft Patches & Updates

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On December 9th, Microsoft released a batch of security patches for several of their products. Three critical (and seven total) updates affected Internet Explorer, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office. All one needs to do to update their system is accept the update on your computer through its notification. These updates will require a restart to finish the installation.
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Windows 10 is Coming…

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It seems as though Microsoft Windows 8 came and went in a flash. Currently on 8.1, Microsoft has announced that Windows 10 (they're skipping version 9) will be released in late 2015. While many users are still using Windows XP, most who have tried (or read about) Windows 8 prefer to use the version before -- Microsoft 7. Windows 8 caused quite a stir with its release, as many users were frustrated that the new design was not intuitive and did not provide the Windows feel and appeal. The hurried release of Microsoft 10 comes from complaints and criticism of Windows 8. Version 10 will still have a touch user interface option but will also include elements that many adored in older versions. 
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Beware of Fake Windows Tech Support

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Hey nerds! A lot of you may have received calls from "Windows tech support," "Dell tech support" or something similar. Don't let them dupe you! These are fraudster calls from scamming companies trying to take your money by giving you worthless software, or even sometimes software that's infected with Trojan viruses. 
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Have a Nerdy Summer!

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Summer is finally here. Cowabunga! The warm sun, the soft sand, all the ice cream you want (it’s hot out, OKAY??), and… no school! With all that free time, why not take in your computer in for a virus removal and PC tune-up? We’ll wipe away all that nasty malware so your computer is as clear[…]