By teda412 December 20, 2013
I have been going there for several years and they have always taken care of me. Customer service has always been awesome and the staff know their stuff. They are one of the last walkin places to go to left over from all the places in Kearny Mesa to buy parts. ...read more
By scottt692yahoocom November 19, 2013
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By rebeccaa360yahooco November 12, 2013
I have bought 2 computers and several upgrade parts. Prices were low and computers have worked as promised, I have had not problems with the computers or the parts. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a new computer. ...read more
Nerd Solutions is located in San Diego, California. Our licensed and insured techs can help you with your Mac repairs, from software problems to screens, our technicians can get it back in your hands in no time. You don't have to take your Mac to Apple for repairs and pay too much for it, let our advanced technology training ensure the job is done right. Our teams tackle any of your tablet repair needs or even get your PC repairs taken care of quickly. Call us for a free estimate ...read more
By Nerd Solutions May 07, 2014
What is end of support? Microsoft After 12 years of support for Windows XP will end its support on April 8, 2014. There will be no more security/virus updates or technical support provided for the Windows XP operating system. It is very important that customers and partners using windows XP migrate to a modern operating system such as Windows 8.1. Customers moving to the latest windows operating system will benefit from dramatically enhanced security, works well on mobile devices, higher productivity, and a lower total cost of ownership through improved management capabilities. Support for Office 2003 also ends on April 8, 2014. What does this mean? This mean Microsoft will no longer provide support for windows XP and Microsoft security essential after April 8, 2014, it will no longer provide security software updates or technical support for Windows XP. So its time to take action and switch over to the latest versions of windows. Or else you could enroll for an AMC with a Tech Support company who would service your computer on Monthly basis to check for virus and malware threats . They not only scan your computer for malware threats but also check for regular software updates for your computer . What ? Security updates patch vulnerabilities that may be exploited by malware and help keep users and their data safer. PCs running Windows XP after April 8, 2014, should not be considered to be protected, and it is important that you migrate to a current supported operating system – such as Windows 8.1 – so you can receive regular security updates to protect their computer from malicious attacks. Read the Windows lifecycle fact sheet to learn more. How do I migrate off Windows XP? Enterprise Customers: Microsoft offers large organizations (500+ employees) in-depth technical resources, tools, and expert guidance to ease the deployment and management of Windows, Office and Internet Explorer products and technologies. To learn more about migration and deployment programs, please contact your Microsoft sales representative or Certified Microsoft Partner. Learn how to pilot and deploy a modern desktop yourself by visiting the Windows 8.1 Springboard Series. Small to Medium Business: There are many options for small and medium businesses considering moving to a modern PC with the latest productivity and collaboration tools. Small to mid-size organizations (<500 employees) should locate a Microsoft Certified Partner to understand the best options to meet their business needs. If your current PC meets the system requirements for Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, you can buy Windows 7 Professional or Windows 8.1 Pro from a local retailer or Microsoft Certified Partner. If your PC does not meet system requirements, consider purchasing a new business PC with Windows 8.1 Pro. Potential risks of staying with Windows XP Running Windows XP SP3 in your environment after April 8, 2104 may expose you to potential risks, such as: Security: Without critical Windows XP security updates, your PC may become vulnerable to harmful viruses, spyware, and other malicious software which can steal or damage your business data and information. Anti-virus software will also not be able to fully protect you once Windows XP itself is unsupported. Compliance: Businesses that are governed by regulatory obligations such as HIPAA may find that they are no longer able to satisfy compliance requirements. More information on HHS’s view on the security requirements for information systems that contain electronic protected health information (e-PHI) can be found here (HHS HIPAA FAQ - Security Rule). Lack of Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Support: Many software vendors will no longer support their products running on Windows XP as they are unable to receive Windows XP updates. For example, the new Office takes advantage of the modern Windows and will not run on Windows XP. Hardware Manufacturer support: Most PC hardware manufacturers will stop supporting Windows XP on existing and new hardware. This will also mean that drivers required to run Windows XP on new hardware may not be available. Frequently Asked Questions Can Windows XP still be activated after April 8, 2014? Windows XP can still be installed and activated after end of support. Computers running Windows XP will still work but they won’t receive any Microsoft Updates or be able to leverage technical support. Activations will still be required for retail installations of Windows XP after this date as well. Can Windows XP Mode in Windows 7 still be used in Windows XP? Windows XP Mode follows the same support lifecycle as Windows XP, extended support will end April 8, 2014. Will MED-V be supported after April 8, 2014? Windows XP used with MED-V follows the same support cycle as Windows XP, support ends April 8th, 2014. Will Microsoft Security Essentials be supported after April 8, 2014? Microsoft Security Essentials will not be available for download on Windows XP after April 8, 2014. If you already have Microsoft Security Essentials installed, you will continue to receive anti-malware signature updates through July 14, 2015. However, please note that PCs running Windows XP after April 8, 2014 should not be considered protected. Will Microsoft's Malicious Software Removal Tool be supported after April 8, 2014? Microsoft's Malicious Software Removal Tool is aligned with the company's anti-malware engines and signatures, and as such the removal tool will continue to be provided for Windows XP through July 14, 2015. However, any PC running Windows XP after April 8, 2014 should not be considered protected as there will be no security updates for the Windows XP operating system. Will System Center, Windows Intune, and Microsoft Deployment Toolkit still support Windows XP? While customers may continue to use System Center, Windows Intune, and the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit to manage and deploy Windows XP past April 8, 2014, those products will no longer support Windows XP, and any technical issues which may arise will not be addressed. What about Windows XP Embedded? See the Windows Embedded product lifecycle page and Microsoft Support for more information on Windows XP Embedded lifecycles. Will existing updates still be available via Windows Update after April 8, 2014? Yes, all existing Windows XP updates and fixes will still be available via Windows Update and WSUS. Will Internet Explorer 8 still be supported on Windows XP? As a component of Windows, Internet Explorer follows the support lifecycle of the Windows operating system on which it is installed on. More information is available at Microsoft Support. Which machines will receive the Windows XP End of Support notification? The notification will be sent to users of Windows XP Home and Windows XP Professional who have elected to receive updates via Windows Update. Users in organizations using Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), System Center Configuration Manager, or Windows Intune will not receive the Windows XP end of support notification. ...read more
By Comcaz Technologies Inc April 21, 2014
Microsoft will no longer support Windows XP after April 8th - that's just a week away! Given the security risks, it would be wise for you to upgrade from Windows XP to Windows 7/8 – or another operating system – but what if you can’t? Visit the San Diego Computer Consultants blog for Windows XP Security tips to keep your Windows XP system safe after support ends. http://sdpcfix.com/computer-security/windows-xp-security/ ...read more
By San Diego Computer Consultants April 01, 2014
Laptops are often the storage of personal and business information for the modern PC user. When data is compromised or lost, recovery of information can be a painful and costly process. Learning more about data recovery and understanding a few tips can help to avoid coming to the point of needing it. ...read more
Notebook computers are often harder to fix because of the size of the components and the compact design. In many cases, the problems can be resolved without requiring a technician. It is helpful to know how to diagnose and fix common problems. ...read more
