Archive for July, 2009

Keeping Windows Running Well

Friday, July 24th, 2009

Here are some simple rules to follow to keep Windows running smoothly: keep it updated, keep it simple, keep a backup…

Keep windows updated. Don’t ignore that little yellow or red shield down by the clock.
Install an anti-virus program, keep it updated, and

New Artist & Non-profit Websites

Tuesday, July 21st, 2009

Also this past year we have launched new sites for a local artist, a regional health journalist and a regional health organization: lowenebhold.com, karenbrownreports.org & forensicmentalhealthservices.org.
Again all the sites are standards based so they will look good on all current browsers.  They feature updates via simple forms, including images, audio and video.

Three New Business Websites

Tuesday, July 21st, 2009

In the past year Concise Computing has brought three new business sites to the web.  All are designed with current web standards so that they will look good on any modern browser, including those on the iPhone and other smart phones.
The new sites include two for local lawyers and one for a local builder: valleymediation.com, [...]

Get Rid of Spyware – Updated

Tuesday, July 21st, 2009

Spyware causes as many, if not more, problems on computers as viruses do. But spyware can often causes no problems at all (the best spies are the ones you do not see…). Find spyware and get rid of it using a program like Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware (www.malwarebytes.org) or Ad-Aware (www.lavasoftusa.com). Avoid getting spyware in [...]

Protect Your Computer from Viruses – Updated

Tuesday, July 21st, 2009

A good anti-virus program is still important for keeping Windows computers running smoothly. There are many good ones, but few that offer as much protection as they were able to a few years ago (malware writers have the advantage lately), but NOD32 seems to be one of the best (www.eset.com). And for home [...]