Tech Tip Of The Day - PC Maintenance

Here are some tips to keep your computer running at it's best performance. 

Clean the Case, Keys & Display

• Compressed Air
• Rubbing Alcohol 
• Monitor Wipes

Back Up Your Data

• Find an online backup site
• CrashPlan.com
• Carbonite
• Use Cloud Storage and a means of backup
• Copy important documents and pictures to external hard drive

Guard Against Malware

• Antivirus / Malware Software
• Run Scans Regularly if your computer is acting different

Update Software

• Windows Updates
• Third Party Software Updates

Organize Files

Delete Unnecessary Files, Programs, Etc

• Space Sniffer
• PC Decrapifier

Encrypt Private Data

• TrueCrypt

Change Passwords On A Regular Basis

• KeePass

Optimize Startup

• Remove unneeded programs from start
• WinPatrol