Important Points to consider while selecting a printer

A printer is a costlier device and mostly cannot be returned back if you do not like it. You must consider all the aspects before purchasing a printer. If you are going to buy a printer for your office or home, then you’ve landed up the right place. Here we will discuss the most important tips to consider while purchasing a printer. These will help you to make an effective decision. Let us have a look upon them.



Features Required
List all the features you need with your new printer. Do you just want to print the black or colorful text? Do you also need it to print the images? If you need a printer for both images and text then inkjet printer is the best choice, whereas black-ink laser printer can be considered for printing text only.

Type of Machine
Do you only need a printer to print the pages or do you think to go for a multifunction device? If Multifunction device then what all you want with it – scanner, copier, fax, printer or a telephone. Do you need a laser multifunction device or an inkjet multifunction printer? You can take help of online computer tech support in case of any confusion while deciding the right printer.

Purpose
Do you need a printer for home usage or official work? Most of the offices go for a multifunction device instead of dedicated printer. You can also consider buying an online computer support to have real-time support for the printer’s software and driver problem. This will help you to keep your printer working without any downtime.

Budget
What is the specified budget range to purchase the printer? List all the selected printers with their price and feature list. Yes, one can increase the budget a bit to have some more features.

Connectivity Options
Do you need a printer for only one computer or for a local area network established in your home or office? Almost each latest printer offers the connectivity through USB 2.0 or 3.0. The network connectivity options include Ethernet cable and WiFi connection. Please check which type of connectivity option you need with the printer.

Printing Cost
Does printing cost matters for you? Check out the per page printing cost for the selected printer. You can also check how much the original cartridge cost and how much you’ve to pay for a refill. Do you get the optimum quality with a refill or manufacturer wants to have original cartridges only?

Support & Warranty
The printer manufacturer, by default, offers one year standard warranty and free service on their products. You should check what all has been covered in the provided free support and warranty. Read their manuals carefully before making any decision. We suggest you to go for an online computer support for better coverage of your printer and computer.

Conclusion
You should consider the required features, type of machine, its purpose, budget range, connectivity options, and printing cost while purchasing a new printer.

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How to keep your computer safe from virus threats?

Microsoft Windows is the most used Operating System on this earth. As millions are using it for their work, profession, entertainment and home use; the black collar persons like hackers mostly target Windows OS and create viruses for its destruction. Almost 99% of the viruses are made to infect the Windows computer only. If you are online at Internet or transferring the data from external sources, then your Windows PC is prone to get the virus infections. Viruses can cause the permanent loss of data and even crash your computer. So, is there any way to keep your computer safe? Yes there are few options to be considered for keeping your computer safe. Let us have a look on these tips.



Protection first
Almost each OEM Windows PC comes pre-installed with trial or full version antivirus. Also, the driver disc of almost every motherboard contains a trial antivirus. This is because you can have trusted protection layer for your valuable computer. You should install a full version and trusted antivirus such as Norton, Symantec, McAfee, Panda, Kaspersky, Trend Micro etc. If you could not afford its cost then go for a free antivirus like Avira Antivir, AVG Antivirus, and Microsoft Security Essential.

We suggest you to go for an antivirus that can offer real-time protection, automatic virus definition update, incoming & outgoing email scan, spam filter, parental control, real-time URL check, scheduled automatic scans etc.

AntiSpyware
Today, a virus doesn’t come alone in the computer. It arrives with its neighborhood companions including Trojan horses, worm, spyware, malware, adware etc. These can even block the installed antivirus, Windows Firewall, and other programs without notifying the user. In such situations, you can use an antispyware to scan the computer and to remove such harmful elements. Few trusted antispyware are Spybot S&D, MalwareBytes, Windows Defender, SUPERAntiSpyware, etc.

Thinking exactly which antivirus and antispyware you should use, then contact antivirus support service provider.

Scan the files before usage
Do you often transfer the files from external devices, removable drives, or optical discs in the computer? Then, it is better to scan these external media before transferring the files even if your antivirus offers real-time protection during file transfer.

Be Genuine
The pirated applications and non-genuine Windows are completely insecure as they are open for hackers, spyware and intruders. Therefore, it is better to use free open-source software and operating system instead of the pirated version of your favorite program.

Stay up-to-date
Set the Windows, Antivirus, Firewall, AntiSpyware, Web browser, and other software to automatically receive the updates from their respective companies. You can also manually update them from time to time. The updates will help you to keep ahead of the latest threats scattering around the globe on World Wide Web. If you are facing problem in updating these software and Windows, then take help of tech support online immediately to fix it up.

Do not
1.    set the attachments to open automatically. Always open the attachments manually.
2.    open the emails arrived from unknown sources.
3.    open the email until you clearly understand the sender’s address. A phishing email has trusted brand names like ‘COCA COLA’ or ‘WHITE HOUSE’ but sender’s email address may not be trustworthy.
4.    boot the computer from unknown disc or removable drive.
5.    download unknown or malicious software from the Web even if it seems to be a prize.

Tech Support
Purchase a subscription of Online Virus Removal from a trusted vendor. Make sure this support is available 24*7 and offer good resolution rate. This will make sure to have an expert assistance at your disposal at any point of time without any delay to fix any kind of Windows problems including viruses.

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Fixing Windows 7 Update problem in HP computer

Windows Update brings the latest critical updates and security patches in your computer. This not only helps you to stay up-to-date but also keep your computer completely secure from latest threats being scattered on the World Wide Web. If you’re facing some problem in getting the Windows Update then it is highly recommended to get it fixed as soon possible. In this blog post, we’re going to discuss few important steps to help you fixing the Windows 7 update problem in your HP computer.

Disclaimer
We don’t offer any guarantee or warrantee of the steps mentioned in this article and their results. It is up to you to perform or not to perform the mentioned steps. If you are a newbie then take hp computer help online to fix the Windows update problem.

Windows Update Troubleshooter
Go to the Start button > Control Panel and then type ‘troubleshooter’ in search box. In the appeared search results, click Troubleshooting under the section titled ‘System & Security’.

Troubleshoot Computer Problems screen in Windows 7

Now, click the option named ‘Fix problems with Windows Update’. This will open the Windows Update Troubleshooter Wizard as show below.

Windows Update Troubleshooter Wizard

Click the Next to start scanning the problems associated with Windows 7 update. This will reset all the Windows Update settings, and repair the update components.

System Update Readiness Tool
The next step is to download and use the Microsoft System Update Readiness Tool from http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947821. It has two both 32-bit and 64-bit editions of the tool. Select an appropriate one. You can go to Control Panel > System to check the Windows edition.

Microsoft Fixit
Visit the Microsoft Fixit Center Online to run the Microsoft Fixit wizard to check your computer for the problems and fix them automatically.

 

Microsoft Fixit Online Center

You just have to click on the ‘Try it Now’ button in the ‘Get Started’ tab. This will start the download of Microsoft Fixit Wizard. Install it up and run to scan all the problems in your computer. It will automatically provide the best resolution for Windows Update issue.

HP Support

Hewlett Packard Computer Support helps you to fix all the problems with your hp computer. Call them to fix Windows 7 Update issue as well.

Conclusion
Windows Update must be installed properly to keep your HP PC secure from threats. You can use inbuilt Windows Update Troubleshooter, System Update Readiness Tool, and Microsoft Fixit for resolving this problem. These are hardcore technical steps and needs to be performed with prior experience only. If you’re a fresher with these tools or a non-techie then call for hp computer online help.

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Helping you to select an antivirus for Windows PC

An antivirus is quite necessary to be installed on a Windows PC from the security point of view. Only the best antivirus can provide the full-proof     security to your computer from the viruses, spyware, hackers, and intruders. Technical market around the globe is filled with numerous antivirus applications. Which one to select and which one to leave? If you are also looking for the answer of this question then you’ve landed up at the right place. Here we will discuss the considerable points to help you in selecting an antivirus.



Do you have an antivirus already?
Almost each OEM desktop, laptop, and motherboard for assembled computers is provided with a trial version of antivirus. In addition, few Internet Service Providers are offering free premium antivirus with their plans. Enquire first with your computer manufacturer and ISP whether they’ve offered you a free antivirus or not. If yes then get it installed in your computer. We’ve seen some companies who don’t offer an antivirus but on request, they install the free antivirus programs like AVG Antivirus, Avira Antivir etc.

Computer Configuration
What is the hardware configuration of your computer? Which Windows do you use? Search for an antivirus compatible with your Windows edition and hardware configuration. You can check the System Requirement for the selected antivirus programs. Noteworthy that you can also take help of Online PC Support to know what is the best suitable antivirus as per your computer configuration.

Nature of usage
Analyze the usage of your computer before searching for an antivirus. There is a different kind of solution for a heavy Internet surfer, casual user, professional user, business work, and corporate environment. Find out the answer of following questions:

1.    Do you use your computer for fun and entertainment only? Then you need a casual protection only.
2.    Do you browse the World Wide Web occasionally or stays connected with it always? Then you need an antivirus to offer real time URL check and Website security advisor.
3.    Are you addicted to heavily use the social networking Websites like Facebook, Twitter, Google+, MySpace etc.? Then you need a Privacy protector for keeping your personal information secure.
4.    Do your kids often use the computer? Then you need Parental Control to disallow them from visiting unsecured and porn Websites.
5.    Do you need the antivirus for your smartphone also? Then go for an antivirus which offers free smartphone antivirus with the desktop one.
6.    Do you often transfer the files from external devices, removable drives and discs? Then go for an antivirus with real-time protection during file transfer.

Budget Range
First decide how much you want to spend for antivirus protection. Visit the Website of the selected antivirus directly instead of rooming in the electronic showrooms or third-party online stores. Check the price of selected antivirus and list them with their features. Confused with the different prices & features and need an expert assistance between the options then go for online PC support.

Features
List the features you need in the antivirus. Few common features are
•    Real time protection
•    Automatic updates
•    Firewall
•    Spam filter
•    Browser Protection
•    Parental Control
•    Antispyware
•    Privacy Protector
•    Online backup
•    Computer Restore
If you cannot decide what all you need in an antivirus then contact tech support online for expert advice.

Free Options
If you do not have enough budget to purchase an antivirus then go for trusted free antivirus like Microsoft Security Essential, AVG Antivirus, Avira Antivir etc. However, they do not include the advanced options including firewall and spam filter but they’re more than sufficient for basic level of protection.

Conclusion
The selection of antivirus is based on factors including price range, features required, nature of computer usage, and computer configuration. If you face any kind of difficulty then you can find out a trusted online tech support for more help in this regard.

Get all information about Antivirus Support, call SupportMart at 1-800-793-7521. Click on http://www.supportmart.net/

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Getting YouTube Video Blank Screen on Toshiba Computer

YouTube is the most used video sharing and online watching portal on World Wide Web. Suppose you’re going to watch a trailer of a movie or an advertisement on YouTube but getting only blank rectangle instead of the video then what will be your first reaction? Recently, I got same problem at my Toshiba laptop with Windows 7. Troubleshooting this strange problem has taken the complete day. To save you from this mess, we’ll discuss the steps performed to resolve the blank screen issue of YouTube.



Disclaimer: We’ll not take any guarantee or warrantee of the steps discussed in this blog post and their results. If you’re not so much technical to understand or perform this troubleshooting then contact Toshiba Technical Support.

Restore Point
Create a Restore Point in the first place before performing any kind of troubleshooting. It will help you to restore the computer if it faces any problem due to the steps mentioned in this write up.

Clear Browsing History
Clear the browsing history of the browser in which you’re facing the problem. You can disable all the installed add-ons and then check whether YouTube videos work or not. Also, try to watch the YouTube videos in other browsers too. If the problem seems to be with the browser only, then try to uninstall and reinstall it.

Troubleshooting Adobe Flash
Go to the Control Panel > Show all icons > Programs & Features, check whether Adobe Flash is installed or not. If it is installed then uninstall it. Visit the Uninstall Flash for Windows page to download the uninstaller for your Windows. Run it and then remove the flash player completely.

After that, visit the Adobe.com and install the latest version of the Flash Player in the selected browser.

Troubleshooting the Java Run Time
Check Programs & Features for Java Run Time. If it is installed then you’ve to uninstall it. Now, visit the Java Run time download page to have latest Java in your computer. Try to view YouTube video now. We hope the problem get resolved. If not then it is the time to check the graphics driver.

Updating the Graphics Driver
Go to the Control Panel > Show All icons > System and click the ‘Device Manager’ in the left hand sidebar. Click plus sign in front of Display Adapters and select the installed Display driver. Please write down the make and model of the graphics card. Right click on to select Properties. Go to the Driver Tab, note down the driver version such as ‘8.0.15.16485’. Facing any problem in detecting the graphic card make and driver version, then call Toshiba technical support.

Now, visit the Website of Display Card manufacturer e.g. intel.com for Intel display card, nvidia.com and amd.com etc. Search for the make & model of the display card at the Website to find out the latest drivers. Download them at a proper place and then install the latest graphic drivers. Restart the computer. Now, try to watch the YouTube videos to check whether problem has been resolved or not.

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Does it worth to upgrade to Windows 7?

Windows XP was released in the year 2001. According to W3Schools, it was the most used Operating System to access the Internet from September 2003 to July 2011. After that, Windows Vista was launched in 2007 but could not get the tremendous success like that of XP. Numerous reasons are listed for its failure. To cover up with Vista disaster, Microsoft launched its successor named Windows 7. It is the latest version of Microsoft Windows OS available in the market and being offered frequently by OEMs as well. So does it worth to upgrade to Windows 7? Is there any problem if we upgrade from XP to it? Let us try to find out the answers of such questions with this post.



A successful try to cover Vista failure

Windows Vista has numerous problems and it is sure to have a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) if you’re using it. One even doesn’t know when the OS crashes and he/she is unable to restore the computer. Windows 7 is a successor the Vista and the companies including OEM & Microsoft started offering free or low cost upgrade from Vista to 7. If you’re thinking to upgrade to Windows 7 then you can also avail Windows 7 tech support.

Better Windows Aero

Windows Aero is a component of Windows Vista too, but it is much better in Windows 7. Here, Aero shows
1.    glass effects on the window frames
2.    Windows in Flip 3D style while switching the programs using Windows Key + Tab combination
3.    rectangular snippets of opened Windows while switching the program using ALT + Tab key combination
4.    snippet of the minimized windows on hovering the mouse hover them in the taskbar
If Windows Aero is not working in then there is a problem with the Graphics driver or Windows itself. We suggest you to call the Microsoft Support.

Developer Mode

Windows 7 features the Windows Powershell, which helps you to develop the customized Shell-based applications.

XP Mode

Do you still miss the Windows XP? Then you can use free Microsoft Virtual PC with Windows XP mode to have a virtual XP operating system on Windows 7. You can use this to use the program, which are only compatible with XP only. You can also take help of third-party Microsoft Support to install this XP mode and configure the selected programs.

Conclusion

If you need a better environment for working and an idol PC experience, then the Windows 7 is the ultimate choice. You can also take help of Windows 7 tech support for upgrading your previous Windows to Windows 7.

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Online PC Support- A cheap tech support option

The most important tool that we frequently use in this era is Computer or PC whatever we choose to call it. The extensive use of the machine makes it mandatory to have a support function always ready for it due to its complexity and online pc support has proved to be the cheapest and most convenient way as it is available 24*7 and that too online. Computer is now a days a very important and integral part of everyone’s life due to its high influence on us in all dimensions of our life. And it would not be an extreme statement if we say that in last few years it has become an indispensable part of everybody’s life.



We can’t think about living without a computer because we start using it from the very beginning of our life even when we had not started our school. Due to its extensive use and wide spectrum of technicality involved, it always required a support system for its smooth functioning and online pc support proved to be a good option after seeing the cost involved. Cost is something which has always been high in terms of buying new ones or getting the old ones repaired. We have always been looking forward to getting a cheap support so that we could keep using it without any disturbance. Online pc support has proved to be a real boon for individual as well as bulk users, because of the fact that it’s available round the clock and also it is really cheap in comparison to any other available support in the market.

The possibility of getting cheap tech support has made the use of pc more reliable and convenient for the people around the globe. After seeing the extensive and wide use of computers worldwide it really becomes very important to arrange for cheap tech support in the form of online pc support in order to assist the highly demanding global business environment. This service is really helpful ad highly cost effective for everyone be it an individual or organization. The kind of role it plays its mandatory to have a support function always ready seeing the technicality involved with it which is of course very complex and needs expertise to handle. Tinkering will always result in involving more cost into it as it can result in serious issues.

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