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Jimmy the Rat: A New Gaming Experience
Looking for a new gaming experience? Concept Computers is now offering top-of-the-line gaming systems built in-house. Meet the first of...
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Concept Computers
- Aug 3, 2020
- 1 min
Student Computing
School is right around the corner, it's time to get your gear in order. So, what's the best laptop for a student - budget-savvy...
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Concept Computers
- Jul 26, 2020
- 1 min
Beep Beep
Is your computer talking to you? ...it shouldn't be. If you're hearing beeping from your computer, it is telling you (in short) that...
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Concept Computers
- Jul 24, 2020
- 1 min
Two Types of Hard Drive Crashes
The term "crashed hard drive" is used when your spinning hard drive is no longer able to read the data stored on the unit, and data must...
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Concept Computers
- Jul 12, 2020
- 1 min
Where NOT To Skimp When Buying A Gaming PC
Buying a new gaming computer can be a costly endeavour. Of course everyone want to save money where they can, but one area NOT to skimp...
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Concept Computers
- Jul 5, 2020
- 1 min
Do You Mesh With Your Wifi?
The internet is a pretty integral part of most home or business computer system set-ups these days. If your home or business is like...
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Concept Computers
- Jun 28, 2020
- 2 min
Email Battles: IMAP vs. POP3
Email: what is the difference between IMAP and POP3? When you're setting up your email in a new mail client (email reader, mail user...
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Concept Computers
- Jun 21, 2020
- 1 min
Summering with Your Laptop
Happy Solstice! Now that summer is officially here, you're probably thinking some sort of getaway. For many of us, these little...
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Concept Computers
- Jun 14, 2020
- 1 min
A Not-so-fresh Start
Do you know about Windows Fresh Start? In theory, it is a useful option for Windows users that allows them to keep personal files, but...
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Concept Computers
- Jun 7, 2020
- 2 min
Yes, Macs get Viruses
Can Macs get viruses? You bet they can! It is a common misconception that Macs are immune, but this is an old and incorrect adage. PCs...
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Concept Computers
- May 31, 2020
- 2 min
What's That Noise? And Other Hard Drive Questions...
A crashed hard drive is a big fear of any computer owner. There are a few signs you can watch out for so that you know when to take your...
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Concept Computers
- May 24, 2020
- 1 min
Keep Your Drivers Up-to-Date
If one of your peripherals or hardware is not working properly, you may want to check if your drivers are updated (or installed). Device...
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Concept Computers
- May 21, 2020
- 1 min
Another Buggy Update from Windows
Seen this lately? it could be due to yet another buggy Windows 10 update. The latest roll out, KB4556799 has been anecdotally a bit of a...
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Concept Computers
- May 3, 2020
- 2 min
Why You Should Upgrade Your Operating System
You've been using your version of Windows or Mac OS for a loooong time. You know it. Your comfortable with it. Why bother to change it?...
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Concept Computers
- Apr 28, 2020
- 1 min
Correct your CAPS LOCK... without re-writing the whole sentence
Have you ever written a paragraph in a document with the caps lock on? Maybe it was intentional at first - you thought it would help...
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Concept Computers
- Apr 24, 2020
- 1 min
Accessible Computing
If you or a loved one is living with a disability, computing can be a challenge. Thankfully, advances in technology have made the task...
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Concept Computers
- Apr 24, 2020
- 2 min
Be Virus Saavy
We're all aware of the global pandemic right now, but that hasn't slowed down the viruses available to your computers. Here are a few of...
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Concept Computers
- Apr 24, 2020
- 1 min
Upgrade Your Wifi
You're stuck at home, so naturally wi-fi is essential. But are you stuck in one small corner of your house? You've called your internet...
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Concept Computers
- Apr 24, 2020
- 2 min
What is Reserve Storage for Your Operating System?
Did you know that your computer automatically sets aside 7 (or more) GB of storage space just in case space becomes scarce? It is called...
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Concept Computers
- Apr 24, 2020
- 1 min
Regular Maintenance to Prevent Disaster
The best way to prevent this... is with regular service and maintenance. That means making sure you have all the right updates and...
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