Spring has sprung in Lethbridge! Or it soon will. Hopefully… Anyway… When Spring is the air we often think of cleaning. So why not get a head start and do some Spring cleaning for your computer. In this post, we talk about how you can clean your computer both from a physical standpoint and virtually.
Don’t Fall for Webcam Blackmail | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB Computer Repair
Don’t Fall for Webcam Blackmail
Don’t Fall for Webcam BlackmailMany users have reported recent scam messages from individuals claiming to have intercepted their username and password. These messages often state they have been watching your screen activity and webcam while you have been unaware. They often claim to have recordings of you in compromising situations.
Typically, attackers threaten to send footage to your contacts, colleagues, or social media channels. Demanding payment in Bitcoin, malicious hackers blackmail their victims to keep confidential data private. [Read more…]
Local Computer Help in Lethbridge, AB | Y-Not Tech Services
If you’re looking for computer help, you’ve come to the right place. Y-Not Tech Services can help you with a wide variety of computer and technology problems. Whether your computer is slow, won’t boot up, full of malware or other issues we can get you back up and running.
Windows 7 End of Life Upgrade Offers from Y-Not Tech Services | Lethbridge, AB
Microsoft has announced it’s ‘End of Life’ date for the popular Windows 7 Operating System. January 14, 2020 is the magic date they have chosen. Today we’ll talk about this means for you and I’ll share a special offer to get you upgraded to the latest version of Windows 10. [Read more…]
Computer Broken? Watch Us Fix It – LIVE! | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB
Computer Broken? Watch Us Fix It – LIVE!
When your computer is playing up or driving you crazy, the absolute last thing you want to do is lug it down to the local repair shop. So many cables. So many connections. And why is it suddenly so heavy? It’s stressful just thinking about it! Fortunately, tech support has come a long way in recent years and you now have another option: remote access support. [Read more…]
5 Signs Your Computer is Crying Out for Repair | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB
5 Signs Your Computer is Crying Out for Repair
It’s pretty obvious when your computer is already broken, but how do you know when it’s about to break? Even before it falls into a heap and refuses to turn on, or flashes big messages about how your files are now encrypted, you’ll be given multiple hints that something is wrong. Here are the common signs your computer needs repair, sooner rather than later. [Read more…]
Y-Not Tech Services’ Guide to Avoiding Scams and Fraud – Part 1 | Lethbridge, Alberta
Almost every day I hear about another person becoming the victim of fraud or a scam of some sort. Whether it’s Bank Fraud or Ransomware there are many risks out there. I hate seeing friends, family or clients fall victim. I’ve written a Basic Guide to Internet Security in the past, and over the next 2 weeks, I am happy to provide further advice to avoid scams and fraud. Let’s get right to the tips.
If It Sounds Too Good to Be True. . .
Chances are it is. [Read more…]
Six Things You Should Know About Surge Protection and Your Tech Gear in Lethbridge, Alberta [Update: 2020] | Y-Not Tech Services
In a perfect world, our electrical power current would be perfectly even, never dipping or spiking. Unfortunately, we don’t live in that world and our power current is almost constantly dipping, surging or spiking. This has the potential to wreak havoc on our tech. That’s why we need surge protectors. Read on for six things you should know about surge protection and your tech gear. [Read more…]
Does your internet work? Try our remote support for computer problems | Y-Not Tech Services
Seriously, why unplug all your cords and drag your computer to a shop when we can more than likely fix your problem with remoting in via your internet? Did you know that 90% of computer problems are software and not hardware? [Read more…]
About Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB
Y-Not Tech Services provides Computer Repair, Service and Technology Training locally to the Lethbridge, AB area and to all of Canada with Remote Connections.
I’m a one-man operation committed to providing my expertise and experience to clients. I strive to provide excellent value in everything I do for my clients. Clients, friends, and family I help appreciate my friendly demeanor and simple, jargon-free
language.
Simply put, I want to be your Go-To guy when you need computer help.
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