As a computer repair company in Boston, we try to provide the most current information to our customers on how to prevent the need for major computer repair overhauls. We know how frustrating it can be to find time in the middle of a busy work week or class schedule to drop off your computer for a few days of computer repair services. That’s why we are constantly keeping you up to date on the best ways to secure your computer.

Britain’s Telegraph recently reported a study that concluded that 1 in 4 children have received inappropriate material, including pornography, via email. In response to similar studies, the UK Government has instituted a school program for children called “Click Clever, Click Safe.” Though we don’t have a nationwide program like “Click Clever, Click Safe” in the US, it may be even more important for parents to learn about how to keep their kids safe (and innocent) online.

There are several free and paid browsers and email clients for kids available on the Web, which could cut down the chances of your child receiving a NSFK (Not Safe for Kids) email. Here’s a lowdown on a few of them:

PikLuk - A web browser AND an email client.
Pros: White list option.
Cons: Only for PC. Paid version costs $20 a year.

KidMail - An email service your child can access from any email provider that has POP/SMTP access (Gmail, Thunderbird, etc.). Quarantines emails to your child until you approve them.
Pros: KidMail sends an authentication message to unfamiliar email senders. Prevents NSFK spam.
Cons: Costs $29.95 a year. Time consuming; parents must approve all emails sent to their child.

The earthquake in Haiti has inspired groups of Americans to go beyond donating to various relief organizations. Around the country, groups of information technology professionals have gathered to help the people of Haiti remotely, by using their computers. The volunteers hail from different organizations including Google, NASA, the United Nations, the Red Cross, and the Los Angeles Fire Department.

At several locations in the US and at one location in London, a “Crisis Camp Haiti” was organized starting this past weekend. Volunteers collaborated on how to design new maps of quake-rattled Port-au-Prince neighborhoods, better family member finder services, and quicker communication systems.

The volunteers hope to be able to successfully launch a tech-based disaster relief system that will be running smoothly in preparation for future disasters around the world.

For information on how you can volunteer your tech expertise to assist in the Crisis Camp Haiti efforts, please visit http://haiti.crisiscommons.org/.

A+ Mobile PC Doctors is your source for experienced, professional computer repair technicians that are located nationwide. We are well-known for efficient Boston computer repair and fast computer repair services. Visit A+ Mobile PC Doctors on the web or call us today to speak directly with a technician at 1-617-723-1986.

There are dozens of computer repair companies out there. A simple Google search for “Boston computer repair” brings up 979,000 pages of results. If you’ve never needed computer repair services, how can you tell which company will efficiently fix your computer? And which company can you trust to not go through you private pictures and documents?

Start off by asking friends or family if they have used a computer repair services company in your area. Ask them if the problem was fixed. Then ask them how long it took, and ask how much they paid. If the answers you receive aren’t to your liking, go back to the Internet.

Just like restaurants and bars, service companies often rely on reviews posted by their customers on various websites. If you find a company that you think may be a good fit, Google them to see what others have said. Why? Without a bit of research, you could be putting your expensive computer and private files into the hands of someone like the technicians at Laptop Revival in London.

For reliable, trustworthy laptop repair services and computer repair services in the Boston area, turn to A+ Mobile PC Doctors. We have been providing fast and efficient on-site computer repair services since 2002. As for national services, we have technicians located across the United States who will travel to your home or business. In addition to computer repair, we also perform the following services:

• Business Computer Networking
• Virus Removal
• Spyware Removal
• In-Home & Commercial Wireless Networking
• Low-Voltage Cabling Services
• Telecom (telephone) Services
• On-Going Support Services

Hackers have turned to Twitter to spread malicious websites over the Internet, which could put your computer at risk for getting a virus.

Because Tweets are limited to 140 characters, many Twitter users convert their links to a shorter URL with the use of websites such as http://url4t.com/. This turns even the most universally recognized URL, Google.com, into the unrecognizable short link http://url4t.com/_5C. Hackers have taken advantage of this feature by creating Twitter accounts solely for the purpose of marketing malicious websites.

Before you click on a link within a Tweet, make sure you know that the account is legitimate. Better yet, avoid clicking short links from Twitter accounts that you do not follow. Also, use precaution when clicking on links within ReTweets — hackers often search for legitimate tweets and then ReTweet them with a different, malicious URL. For more tips regarding Twitter security, you can follow Spam at http://twitter.com/spam.

Naturally, the best underlying defense against computer viruses is installing (and frequently updating) a security system on your computer. Not all computer security software is created equal, so consider getting advice from someone you know about which to purchase. After years of virus removal experience, A+ Mobile PC Doctors has found that AVG Internet Security 9.0 outperforms all other brands of Internet security systems. If you find that your laptop has indeed contracted a virus, don’t hesitate to contact A+ Mobile PC Doctors, an experienced Boston computer repair company. Outside of Massachusetts, we are also offer national computer repair services for commercial and residential clients.