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Free parental controls with Microsoft Family

  Protecting your kids from the nasty side of the internet should start with a conversation, setting rules, taking appropriate use and encouraging them to come to you when they see something that’s not right…but there’s also some great tools to support your efforts. A great one for Windows PC users is Microsoft Family.  It gives parents the ability to[Read More…]

Computer accessories you shouldn’t go without

Computer accessories you shouldn’t go without

If you’re about to buy a new laptop here are a few add-ons you shouldn’t forget. Firstly a case to carry it in…specifically one that will offer some protection from minor bumps and scratches.   Prices vary from around 30 dollars to something more bullet proof at over $100. Next up, for the inside of your computer, Internet Security software but[Read More…]

How to Clean Up Facebook to protect your reputation

How to Clean Up Facebook to protect your reputation

If you’ve ever posted anything embarrassing on facebook you may have already forgotten about it…but it could still be there potentially for anyone to see, so for the sake of your reputation and privacy you should take some time out to clean up your Facebook timeline. On your own facebook page click the small triangle at the top right of[Read More…]

Recover from Ransomware - Free Tool

Recover from Ransomware – Free Tool

If you’re a victim of ransomware that locks you out of your files or computer with a demand of money for the key help for full recovery is limited, however last week Trend Micro released a free tool that may help some users.  I spoke with Tim Falinski from Trend Micro Australia last week about the new tool and the growing[Read More…]

Who is connected to your Wi-Fi Network?

Who is connected to your Wi-Fi Network?

Is it possible that your next door neighbour is helping themselves to your Wi-Fi internet? If you haven’t protected your Wi-Fi with a strong password this could be the case…but how can you tell? Well a quick audit to reveal which devices are connected to your Wi-Fi is what you need.  A free program called Wireless Network Watcher can quickly[Read More…]