via lifehacker.com
These apps are pretty awesome. It is truly amazing to see what come be done with technology and imagination.
btw, Lifehacker.com should be on everyone's bookmark list
Friday, December 31, 2010
Monday, December 27, 2010
Msconfig and Startup
Check out this website I found at sysinfo.org
You want to make sure to check the startup to speed up your computer. This comprehensive list shows what the different process are and if its safe to get rid of them.
Friday, December 24, 2010
What happens if your computer gets stolen?
My wife just recently had a friend get her computer stolen. You know what else is missing, all of her pictures. What a nightmare. Carbonite is a good service, I use it and like it. There compitiion is Mozy and I am looking forward to trying them next year. Carbonite is $55 for unlimited data per year.
Thanks to Leo Laporte for getting me to finally try Carbonite.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
A review from a wonderful client
I know its self serving, but so is this whole site. Below is an email that a client of mine sent after I fixed her PC this last weekend. Stacie and her husband were wondeful clients, it was great to help them out.
Ryan
Thank you so much for all the work you did on our computer this weekend. We truly appreciate all the extra you did for us. When my computer initially went out I asked all around for a referral to a good reliable computer person that would assist us we our computer problems. However no one really knew of anyone. I say all of this let you know that I will definitely tell others of the excellent service you provided and will refer others to you.
Thanks again....
Stacie
Ryan
Thank you so much for all the work you did on our computer this weekend. We truly appreciate all the extra you did for us. When my computer initially went out I asked all around for a referral to a good reliable computer person that would assist us we our computer problems. However no one really knew of anyone. I say all of this let you know that I will definitely tell others of the excellent service you provided and will refer others to you.
Thanks again....
Stacie
Monday, July 12, 2010
Review from a recent customer
Ryan,
Thank you for making what at first looked like a nightmare become a minor technical blip in my life. When my laptop crashed, I saw three years of documents that I had created flash before my very eyes. I was particularly appreciative and impressed with the fact that you made several visits to my house and were always punctual. Though I hope I won't need to secure your services again, I now know who to call if I do!
Jose
Thank you for making what at first looked like a nightmare become a minor technical blip in my life. When my laptop crashed, I saw three years of documents that I had created flash before my very eyes. I was particularly appreciative and impressed with the fact that you made several visits to my house and were always punctual. Though I hope I won't need to secure your services again, I now know who to call if I do!
Jose
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
iPhone and Android
Looking at the Android and iPhone race right now, one thing seems clear to me. In 10 years, when people look back at the Android / iPhone race. One thing will be clear, Apple exclusivity contract with AT&T will be reason why Android was able to get into the market and rapidly gain market share and actually compete with the iPhone.
Here's my reasoning: The iPhone is great, and so is Android, so how to choose? Many people either don't want to leave there carrier, they are scared to death of the nightmare that is AT&T, or they are tired of waiting for Apple to release the phone to other carriers. Mix that with lots of Android models and price points combined with a public that is increasingly warming up to the smart phone concept.
So while the exclusivity deal with AT&T is a huge boon for Apple, it may also be one for Android.
Here's my reasoning: The iPhone is great, and so is Android, so how to choose? Many people either don't want to leave there carrier, they are scared to death of the nightmare that is AT&T, or they are tired of waiting for Apple to release the phone to other carriers. Mix that with lots of Android models and price points combined with a public that is increasingly warming up to the smart phone concept.
So while the exclusivity deal with AT&T is a huge boon for Apple, it may also be one for Android.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Great Wi-Fi Analyzer for Android
via lifehacker.com
I tested this on my Droid and it is quite impressive. It should be very helpful for setting up routers.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
YouTube adding simple video editing
via news.cnet.com
Sounds like a perfect way to combine several short clips taken on your digital camera or cell phone.
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Review from a recent client
A recent client of mine wrote a review, here it is:
Very few people who own a computer manage to avoid completely the countless dybbuks of the cyber world, whether they are crashed hard drives, nasty viruses, or horror tales about ISP servers. We in River Park and nearby areas are blessed with reliable help in the person of Ryan Petta of East Sacramento Computer Repair. Ryan has installed a new hard drive for me, untangled malfunctioning software, and (most importantly for me) did absolutely heroic battle with that unresponsive beast, A.T.& T., in setting up a new internet connection. When you have the PC blues, give Ryan a call. I think you will be pleased.
John Liberty
Emeritus CSUS Faculty
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
East Sac Computer Repair mentioned in River Park newsletter
Thanks Jill, I appreciate the kind words!
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Andy Rubin talks Android
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Smarterware by Gina Trapani
Smarterware is excellent site by a very smart lady. You may know her from Lifehacker or this week in Google on the TWiT network, either way, if you like technology, she is a must read/listen.
How To Fix The McAfee Restart Update Problem
Lifehacker has a fix posted here.
McAfee's fix is listed here.
I personally recommend Microsoft's anti-virus product called Microsoft Security Essentials. It's free and very effective. In my experience it does not bog down the computer like other anti- viruses can.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Fixes: Backspace No Longer Deleting Selected Words
In Microsoft Word, if you highlight a word and then hit the backspace key or any key for that matter, the word should be deleted. If it stops doing that, check this setting, it should fix the problem
Tools > Options > Edit tab > check mark the option "Typing replaces selection"
Fixes: Backspace No Longer Deleting Selected Words
In Microsoft Word, if you highlight a word and then hit the backspace key or any key for that matter, the word should be deleted. If it stops doing that, check this setting, it should fix the problem
Tools > Options > Edit tab > check mark the option "Typing replaces selection"
Friday, April 16, 2010
Don't Pay for Anti-Virus
Want to save $60 and make your computer run faster? Instead of purchasing or renewing Norton or McAfee, download and install Microsoft Security Essentials. This is Microsoft's new anti-virus application that is completely free for Windows users and it works great.
-Ryan
Monday, April 12, 2010
Don't Buy Anti Virus Software
Please don't buy Norton or McAfee, instead, download the new Microsoft Security Essentials anti-virus. Its free for Windows users and it works quite well. And most importantly, it wont slow down your PC like Norton and McAfee as well.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Ask Leo!
One of my favorite reads each week. Leo has a great newsletter, I highly recommend signing up for it. Its very informative and a great resource for IT people looking for answers and keeping up on the ever changing tech landscape.
Anti-Virus Recommendation
Recently I have switched over to 'Microsoft Security Essentials' It is free for valid copies of Windows and it works quite well. More importantly, it wont bog down you PC like Norton and McAfee.
My new blog
Hello all,
With this site I hope to provide: PC tips & tricks, virus removal strategies, wireless networks, tech news, a heavy dose of google tech and news, and other random stuff from the web that is related to PC's and tech.
Enjoy!
-Ryan
Friday, March 12, 2010
I can help with High Def TVs too
In addition to working on your computers, printers and routers. I can also help with your new High Def TV and Blu-Ray player.
Have you purchased a new TV and / or Blu Ray player and you're interested in hooking up your stereo to the TV, I can help.
Whether you have Comcast, Dish or Surewest, I can help. I can even setup your new Wii or other gaming console (xbox, ps3, roku, etc)
Thursday, March 4, 2010
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