Windows XP Retirement: Essential Security Tips
On April 8, 2014, Windows XP SP3 and Office 2003 will be retired by Microsoft Microsoft is urging all companies to update their operating systems. The problem is that for some companies it could take more than two years to upgrade. If your company still has systems running Windows XP, here are some important security tips. Check Embedded […]
Continue Reading...Many ATMs Are Still Running Windows XP
Only 15% of ATMs are running on Windows 7 or higher. On April 8th Windows XP will no longer be supported by Microsoft and will become highly vulnerable to hackers. Once the deadline expires, ATMs will become further vulnerable to malware and data theft. Unless they are running on an Embedded version of Windows XP. This […]
Continue Reading...Microsoft Windows 9 Rumored to Debut In April
As Windows 8.1 struggles to win over Users, Windows 9 rumors have picked up steam. It is said to debut this April at the company’s Build 2014 conference. Microsoft 9 alpha code will be available to developers as early as the end of this April, according to Windows SuperSite’s Paul Thurrott. However the actual Operation System […]
Continue Reading...Top 8 Windows 8.1 Features and Fixes
The Windows 8.1 Preview reveals a much improved OS that fixes many of the flaws in the original Windows 8 release. Here’s what to look for in the new OS. Windows 8 is a study in contrasts. Both brilliant and frustrating, the new OS has challenged users and IT pros alike with its innovative UI, […]
Continue Reading...Windows XP End Of Life April 8, 2014
Consumers say goodbye to the Operating System that paved the way for Windows 7 and Windows 8. There will be Website compatibility issues and security threats. Orange County Computer can help you make a smooth transition into Windows 7 or Windows 8, which will be released at the end of this month.
Continue Reading...Windows 8 to Launch Sometime in October, Launch Beta Version!
Microsoft is officially launching the re-imagined operating system Windows 8, which functions on many new devices aside from a traditional PC such as: iPad on Metro Testbed app, Touch Screen all in one Desktops, Windows Tablet and Windows Phone. These new devices will debut the new touch screen feature that is available in a Beta […]
Continue Reading...The Federal Bureau of Investigation seized over 40 computers and arrested two individuals to break up two separate scareware cyber-crime outfits.
Federal law enforcement agents have arrested members of two cyber-crime gangs who may have netted more than $74 million by infecting user computers with scareware and then charging for fake antivirus software. (Scareware generates pop-ups that imitate Windows System messages, and will usually advertise as a anti-virus software. They typically state that there is a […]
Continue Reading...Microsoft issues patches for a record 49 security holes
If your Network Security is in question, this article might motivate you to take action. Orange County Computer is here to help.
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