Computers

Upgrade or New System

Most computer users eventually come to a point where they need their computer to preform better and they wonder if they should upgrade what they have or buy a new computer. To determine whether it is better to upgrade a computer or buy a whole new one there are a few key things to take into consideration and a few things that needs to be known about the computer in question. If the computer specifications are known then it is simply a matter of doing price checks on the compatible hardware that needs to be upgrade and comparing it with the cost of a whole new system.

The first step in deciding if an upgrade should be performed is to gather all the relevant information about the computer. A good place to start is in the System tab in windows. On a Windows 7 system this is located at Control Panel > System and Security > System. It will be in a similar place for all versions of windows. Here one can see the amount of ram installed and the processor type and speed as well as what Windows edition is being used. As a simplification, if the computer is running Windows 98 or older it is a good idea to just buy a whole new computer. If it is newer there is a chance that upgrading might be worth the effort and cost.

The next thing to look at from the system tab is the amount of RAM and the processor. If the computer is preforming poorly from inadequate hardware it will almost certainly be the processor, amount of RAM or the video card. A good minimum amount of RAM for Windows XP is 1 GB and for Vista or Windows 7, 2GB. For Windows XP a single core CPU running at least 2.8 GHZ should be adequate. For Vista or 7 dual or quad core cpu’s are preferred but not required. A single core running at 3GHZ or higher would suffice. The video car usually only matters for gaming.

To determine what exact parts one needs and if the computer can support them the motherboard model needs to be known. Most computers come with documentation with this information, or the manufacturer’s website will list it for most computer models. Also free programs like Everest Home Edition often show the motherboard model. Once the motherboard is known, it is just a matter of looking up what parts one wants to upgrade that are compatible with the motherboard and adding up the costs. If it is less than half of a new system then it makes sense to upgrade, otherwise a new system might be better.

 

DNS Services & Management

DNS or Domain Name Server allows a user to connect other computers without the need to actually mention a bunch of complicated numeric keys, called the IP address. The DNS is a program, a database of names and address information. DNS servers respond to requests from internet users and they can communicate between themselves.

There are several professional companies that provide DNS services to entities such as web hosts, telecommunication and developers. Services provided by these companies need to be secure and error free on both counts; servers and networks.

DNS is an acronym for Domain Name system, which is used to allocate internet protocol or IP address to a domain name. Every computer connected to the internet must have an IP address. In its native form it is allocated a numeric identity

DNS management software are intuitive user interface programs that control Domain Name System (DNS) server clusters. Their task is to reduce human error when editing complex and redundant text-based DNS server configuration files. These files are typically located on several physical servers. DNS management tools allow administrators and users to perform the following tasks; DNS lookup, DNS query and who-is lookup.

Dynamic DNS management includes various tasks such as helping the client with domain name, registration aiding the client if need be in removing a black listed IP address, creating email environment, back-up arrangement and web forwarding or pointing.

All the above mentioned tasks once achieved are carefully monitored. Care is taken to prevent unwanted DNS server downtime. It also includes monitoring and providing technical knowhow on how a user changes various web hosting settings. Security is of prime importance. The whole environment needs to be protected from unauthorized access, spam, and other malicious attacks.

For business enterprises that are interested in dynamic DNS management service, there many professional entities.

Dynamic management refers to names linked to changing IP addresses.

Concise Computer Consulting of Farmington Hills Saves Their Clients from Identity Theft with On Site Computer Repair

Jeff Atto, Business Manager for Concise, noticed the uptick rate of illegal virus and malware incidents in the summer months of June and July.  He explained the unusual activity that included:

Vulnerabilities in the Microsoft Windows Operating System Opening e-mails from suspicious and unknown sources with attachments Visiting websites which claim to offer “free” software, music or video downloads File sharing websites

Concise was created to help small businesses with various technological needs such as onsite computer repair, offsite data protection, disaster recovery solutions, computer repair training, and data backup services.  Lately, ConcisePC has been responding to client demand for anti-virus and anti-spyware protection.

The damage to a business with a compromised informational technology system is catastrophic.  With bank accounts larger than an individual’s, a small business has the responsibility of protecting the critical personal information of its customers and vendors.  The result comes in the form of law suits, credit fraud and quite possibly the demise of the business itself.

Jeff Atto and the entire staff at Concise advise and educate their clients to be proactive to avoid a scenario mentioned above.  “There are plenty of actions that a client can choose,” offered Jeff.  “These actions are covered by our services that cost nothing compared to the devastation of a viral invasion or an illegal computer hack job.”

Concise Computer Consulting services the small and medium sized business community as well as residential homeowners.  Concise offers every kind of on site computer service:  laptop repair service, online pc repair, pc tech support and computer trouble shooting. Concise also offers Remote access configuration, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Web site design, Server Administration, and Preventive maintenance in the metropolitan Detroit area.  In addition, Concise diagnoses, installs, and manages both wired and wireless Local Area Networks, and even resells computers, laptops, and servers for Dell and IBM.

When you are experiencing computer problems, the time and money lost in productivity grows by the minute. Give us a call if you are having technical troubles and let us get you back up and running … within hours.

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