The best way to save money on laptop repair, virus removal, and other computer repair services is to go directly to the pros — A+ Mobile PC Doctors, a local computer repair company in Boston. Did you know that there are even MORE ways to save money on the maintenance of your laptop, desktop PC, and other gadgets?

Check out PC Mag’s blog GoodCleanTech.com, where you can research the best products for saving cash on energy bills. The site reviews energy-efficient gadgets and puts its seal of approval on the equipment that passes their standards. Below are a few top choices.

Desktop PCs

Lenovo ThinkCentre M58p, $1100, is the best option for a business PC. Comes with Energy 4.0 and Greenguard certification, which reduces indoor air pollution. Uses 76 watts and 40 watts when idle.

Apple iMac (above), $1500, is Energy Star 5.0 certified and runs at 118 watts (95 when idle). Like the Apple Macbook Pro, it’s made of recyclable materials.

Laptops

The Toshiba Satellite L505D-S6947 (above) is only $600, consumes 24 watts when in use, and 0 watts when idle.

The Apple MacBook Pro, $1200, is Energy Star 5.0 certified and is made from recycle-friendly materials. It consumes 13 watts when idle.

I’m hoping you don’t have an account on Blippy.com, because if you do you’re in danger of having your credit card information stolen. Blippy.com is a new social networking site for online shopping that isn’t doing a very good job of keeping its customers’ credit card numbers and names under wraps. Equals identity theft. Case in point, this Google search results screenshot courtesy of Gizmodo.com:

Yep, Nate Marshall and Bradd Dantuma should probably consider dumping all of the funds out of their debit card accounts because their full names and credit card numbers are now on the web for all to see. Most of the tech websites that are buzzing about Blippy.com recommend that if you DO have a Blippy account, disable it immediately.

On that note, here are some computer security tips from A+ Mobile PC Doctors, an onsite computer repair company in Boston that has been the area’s top source for efficient computer repair services in Boston since 2002.

• Make sure all your computer security programs are up-to-date.
• When accessing public wifi, DON’T go shopping or log into your online banking account!
• Don’t copy-paste passwords or other sensitive information. It’s easy for websites to steal the information you’ve left on your clipboard. Find out how to disable this on Internet Explorer.

For more computer security tips and computer repair tips, bookmark the Computer Repair Services Blog.

A+ Mobile PC Doctors is one of the most talked about companies when it comes to computer repair in Boston. Why? Because we stay ahead of the game when it comes to the newest technology. We do what we do because technology is our passion. Here are some of our favorite techie websites that our technicians check each day for news, tips, and cool new gadgets.

1. The Huffington Post: The Technology Blog for Best Tech Editorials

2. Gizmodo for Best Random Collection of Tech News

3. Engadget for Best Gadget Site

4. ShneiderMike for Best Boston Social Media Blog

Don’t trust your laptop or PC in the hands of just any random computer repair company. A+ Mobile PC Doctors is an established computer repair services company, operating out of Boston since 2002. Our competitive rates and professional, timely service has left our customers smiling. A+ Mobile PC Doctors also offers national computer repair services through our extensive network of insured computer technicians. Unsure of whether your laptop or desktop computer is in need of virus removal or some other computer repair service? Give us a call at 1(617) 723-1986 and we should be able to diagnose your computer over the phone.