Does Your Small Business Really Need A Server?
Deciding whether to add a server to your small business network can be a challenging decision. Maybe you even repurposed an old computer to function like a server. Servers make a network efficient which saves time and eliminates frustration. If your office is running at least four computers a server is necessary. Here’s why your […]
What performance upgrades can be added to my computer?
Performance upgrades on computers isn’t as unusual as you might think. At some point, anyone who owns a computer is going to get frustrated by its limitations. Even if you have the newest, most expensive, fastest computer available now, eventually new technology is going to push the limits and make your computer start to look […]
Critical Windows Schannel Vulnerability – Why You Need the Patch NOW
In early November, Microsoft released a patch meant to repair a critical Windows Schannel vulnerability affecting many of the Windows versions currently in use. Microsoft initially reported no knowledge of anyone actually exploiting this particular vulnerability. However, speculation is rampant that this vulnerability could be at the root of what lead to the recent Home […]
Keep Your Computer Healthy with Preventative Maintenance
Did you know that every day computer use slows down your computer over time? Preventative maintenance is the best way to keep your computer operating at maximum performance. West County Computers recommends preventative maintenance on computers at least twice a year for the average user, quarterly for the heavy computer user. Preventative maintenance cleans up left over files from […]