Useful Links
Below is a list of helpful links & Do-it-Yourself Resources. Need more information? Call (732-801-9310) or email (support@acecomputernj.com) today.
Useful links to keep you safe, up-to-date and knowledgeable online
Regular Maintenance For Your Computer:Microsoft Update: http://update.microsoft.com/ Keep your Windows Operating system & Microsoft Office products up-to-date.Apple Updates: http://www.apple.com/support/
Keep your Apple Mac OS & other Apple products patched and running smoothly.
Adobe Acrobat Updates: http://www.adobe.com/downloads/updates/
Java Updates: http://www.java.com/en/download/
You should always try to keep your Operating System and sensitive software (like Adobe Acrobat, Java, etc.) set to auto-update.
Free Anti-Virus Programs:
There are many free choices out there that offer features similar to “paid” versions of Anti-virus. These two are excellent choices for the budget conscience user.
Free Anti-Malware Programs:
With Anti-Spyware make sure you have the most up-to-date definitions file before running a scan. Is your PC infected? Remove and reinstall your anti-spyware, then perform a scan to see if that solves the problems. Also, use only one of these programs at a time and make sure to remove one before installing and using the another.
Free Office Productivity Software
A powerful and free suite of programs for word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentations.
Free Document Management Software
Create and view PDF documents using this handy and free software.
Backup Options for Your Data
These two online sites provide simple, cost-effective solutions to protect your valuable files and data. It is suggested to maintain an off-site backup - something outside your home and/or office. Using a service like this is a perfect solution in that regard.
Personal Encryption Solutions to Protect Your Data/Identity:
Especially useful for the business traveler or frequent public/free Wi-Fi user - keep your data and identity safe and secure with Protexx.
Computer Firewall Software:
http://www.firewallguide.com/software.htm
A nice list of options beyond built-in Firewall Software.
How to Create & Use a Strong Password:
http://www.microsoft.com/protect/yourself/password/create.mspx
I cannot stress enough how important strong passwords are today.
Protect Yourself in Public Wireless Locations:
http://www.att.com/gen/general?pid=6504
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/wireless/2007-08-06-wifi-hot-spots_N.htm
Build Your Own PC:
Build Your Own Computer: 100 Tools, Tips, and Resources
Mad at your current PC maker and think you can do better? You may be able to build your own system.
Phone & Wireless Links:
The Power User’s BlackBerry Guide: 121 CrackBerry Tips, Hacks and Resources
Great tips and tricks for people addicted to their BlackBerry.
Apple Mac Tips & Tricks:
http://www.apple.com/pro/tips/
http://help.cnet.com/9606-12576_39-0.html?kw=mac
Apple iPod Assistance:
Find replacement parts and equipment for your iPod with http://www.restoredoctors.com
Some Great Tech Sites with News & Information:
http://www.boygeniusreport.com/
http://pogue.blogs.nytimes.com/
http://www.engadgetmobile.com/
http://blogs.chron.com/techblog/
Technical Support Sites and Do-It-Yourself Troubleshooting:
Need help for a computer problem but cannot pay for the service? Check out FixYa which offers some free services to answer your questions.
Tutorials on how to fix your Windows Computer.
Other Free Tech Troubleshooting Sites:
Feel Free to contact ACE Computer Services for assistance with computer maintenance and upgrades. Need some ideas on how to backup your system? Check out the ACE Blog on system backup options.