For Your Information © Copyright 2011, DominoEffect.Net.  All rights reserved. Please contact our Webmaster, if you have any questions about this site or its contents.  110401   t:610.996.4200 Initially, most people follow the General set-up tutorials that typical PC’s guide you through.  And, regardless of what Operating System you have, that method is often the worst way to go!  Yes, it’s true.  Most Computer Guidelines can actually be more harmful to PC owners! For example,more often than not several people use the same log in information on a single computer.  Not having individual accounts on a Computer is like sharing the same checking account with the entire family.  How do you spell Disastrous? If your files are Important to you, why would you not learn the best way to Store them?  Probably because Windows and Mac operating systems don’t care to teach you.  So, like most, you’re going a long for years developing files and then, all of a sudden, your Computer says, “See Ya!”  It crashes, gives you a Blue Screen, or just fails all together. Now what?  The first thing you do is seek help, but most Repair Places will say, “Sorry, we can repair your PC, but we’re not responsible for getting any of your files back.”  All that work is gone???  Maybe Not. Best Way to Store Files? Setting Up Your PC Securely What’s the Best Device for Backing up? Depending on what it is that you want to back up; Photos, Applications, Documents, the entire PC, or a combination thereof, the device that is holding these Treasures also needs to be Secure.  Secure in several ways.  Secure in a place that’s safe from damage, fire, or theft.  Secure in that it’ll operate properly when you need it.  Secure in the sense that Viruses and other Malware can’t intrude in on your precious work.  It also has to be easily accessed, so when you are working on a File or Document it too can immediately be saved or accessed.  More over, NEVER use Software to “Back up” you stuff.  It’s typically proprietary! Virus Protection is the most important item a Computer should have!  And, if you get the right Software, it can really save your Bacon, especially if you utilize a High Speed Internet Connection. But only Comcast offers it for up to 8 computers for FREE!  And, it’s pretty good. Did you Know? As there are several Internet Service Providers (ISP’s) out there, all vying for your business, choosing the right one can make all the difference in the World, right? Of course it can.  And, as most ISP’s offer just about the same types of packages, why not take advantages of their differences?