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A PC Gamers Guide to Understanding and Fixing Low Frame Rate.

There are thousands of gamers worldwide who don’t have a computer that is capable of playing today’s best PC games. The biggest reason why most computers are not able to run modern games is because they do not have the required hardware. And, this lack of hardware leads to a reduced frame rate.

A low frame rate, or low frames per second (FPS), will basically make it impossible to play your favorite PC games. However, if you can improve your frame rate, you can start gaming at a high level again.

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Posted in Gaming

Server Management 101

Servers are the center of all modern information technology (IT) departments. They are a complex collection of hardware and software that makes it possible to deliver enterprise-level services to any computer or device across a network. They have been the backbone of the Internet for decades and are used to host websites and web-based applications. The servers require constant management from one or more professionals. Some businesses choose to avoid this problem by using managed dedicated server hosting. This type of hosting includes management as part of the cost of leasing the server. Other businesses perform server management internally with a complete IT staff. Server management includes a few key tasks.

Tagged with: Management, server
Posted in Servers

Computer Geeks Veterans Day Special

Here at Computer Geeks Online, we support our troops past and present. As a Thank You to all of our customers in the Armed Forces CGO will be offering $10 off of our $99 clean-up special for all of our customers who have served our country or are currently serving.. A big Thank You from all the staff here at Computer Geeks Online.

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Posted in Computer Geeks Specials

Fixes For 5 Popular Windows 8 Printing Issues

 

Windows 8 has been launched with a bang recently, proving that Microsoft is intent to maintain its stake in the technological niche with an enhanced vigor and bullheadedness. Reviews from tech critics have been generally favorable and thus far, things are looking good for Microsoft which has somehow lost its stead in the past few years. However, there have been issues raised by product users. One of these concerns is regarding the operating system’s printing function.

Tagged with: Issues, Printing, windows 8
Posted in Windows 8

How to Effectively Configure Windows 7 Parental Controls

Children are curious by nature, and tend to rebel as they grow older. The internet can provide a wealth of information to students; but we all know its drawbacks. There’s a lot of stuff out there which is absolutely inappropriate for kids. So how can you ensure that they do not access content that they should not?

Tagged with: Parental Controls, Windows 7
Posted in Windows 7

Are Ultrabooks and Tablets Going to Take Over Laptops?

With terms such as “ultrabook,” “tablet,” and “laptop” being bandied about, it is difficult for many consumers to determine exactly what the differences between these devices are. It can be even trickier to determine which one is the right purchasing decision. After reading this article, you should be better equipped to choose the correct device for your exact technology needs.

LAPTOPS: THE TRIED AND TRUE POWERHOUSE

Tagged with: Laptops, Tablets, Ultrabooks
Posted in Tablets

Cloud Computing: Digital Revolution or Reinvented Tech?


If you use any kind of technology product these days, you’ve probably heard about cloud computing. From television commercials advertising cloud services to hardware and software manufacturers touting the latest in cloud computing technology, it seems as if data from all over is migrating into the cloud – but what is the cloud?

Old Technology Reinvented

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Posted in Cloud Storage

Are Mobile Devices the New Desktop PCs?

October 2012 will always be remembered as the month Microsoft chose to fire its first major salvo in the battle for tablet supremacy. Two Microsoft Surface tablets, one loaded with Windows RT and the other one with Windows 8 Pro made a significant splash into the personal computing marketplace, virtually around the same time Apple hosted a product release event for new additions to its popular iPad lineup.

Tagged with: desktop, mobile, PC
Posted in Geek Stuff

Cyber-security bill blocked

Obama, the President of the United States of America wanted to pass the cyber-security bill to take care of the national security and wanted to prioritize it but that idea has been put on hold. The Republican sector in the Senate blocked the bill and put a hold on Obama’s ideas. According to the Senate’s decision 52 to 46 cut off the debate and the 60 votes that were needed to secure the bill ran into a bipartisan support which then ran into a fight over the given amendments and the legislations that could be proposed.

Tagged with: Cyber-security, Obama
Posted in Security

Top Online Storage Services

Cloud computing has become a pretty big deal recently and one of the biggest impacts it has had is allowing users to back up their information online. With so many people taking digital photos and saving them to their computers, it can be difficult to keep things safe if there isn’t some sort of back up in place. Looking at different options for saving all of your important files somewhere in addition to your PC or Mac is a great way to ensure that no matter what happens to your computer, your files will be safe. Read on to learn a bit about some of the top online storage services out there.

Tagged with: Cloud, Online Backup
Posted in Cloud Storage


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