Electronics Protection
Expensive electronic equipment is not only fragile externally, but internally as well. The complicated circuitry and internal programming are highly susceptible to technical mishaps without the proper precautions.
Now, there are two fronts on which such precautions must be taken: hardware and software. Hardware refers to the actual mechanical components of your computing device, and software refers to programs installed on the device when it is activated.
A common problem we hear here at TechStop is that a computer has been infected with a virus despite that security programs are in place and firewalls are active. This is often due to a case of software overkill. When too many antivirus programs are installed on a computer at once, they can often conflict with one another and render each other ineffective.
Sometimes the settings of the programs don’t allow each other to run, and other times they identify each other as potential threats because they naturally scan all items on the computer, which is a trait of viruses. It is important to find one protection software you trust and stick with it, and to uninstall all conflicting software lest they fail in their collective duties.
Something else electronics users often overlook is the hardware-saving surge protector. This is often found in the form of a power strip that extends from the wall outlet. These are not only useful for conserving energy as mentioned in a prior blog, but can keep your hardware from being fried by a bolt of lightning or other unpredictable mishap.
When voltage exceeds a certain amount surging through the outlet, the protector snaps its circuits closed so that the overflow of energy never reaches your devices. This is less of a concern if you regularly use a laptop, but if you use AC power instead of a battery or even if you happen to be charging your battery when a surge occurs, you won’t regret having a protector.
Revitalizing a ravaged computer – whether due to software or hardware damage – is no walk in the park and no fun. Come in now or contact us for advice on how best to protect your electronics from these sorts of misfortunes rather than bringing them to us later for repairs and recovery.
Proactivity is the best guarantee.
