Simple Tips to Improve Your PC Experience

Ophtek, PC, pc checkup, PC Maintenance, PC Server, PC Tips, PC Tools, , ,
22
Dec 2020

If you’re using a PC on a daily basis then you want the experience to be as simple and comfortable as possible. But not everyone knows how to achieve this. 

Consisting of numerous forms of software and hardware, the build of a PC can be a complex and confusing one. Thankfully, operating one is relatively simple once you understand the basics. But there’s still room for plenty of improvement. And, most excitingly, if you can improve the way in which you use your PC you will quickly become more productive. It’s a win/win situation and one that is more than worthy of your organization’s attention. 

All you need to get started is a handy list of simple tips to improve your PC experience. And that’s exactly what we’re here to deliver. 

Enhance Your PC Experience 

You can quickly start enhancing your PC experience with the following tips: 

  • Speed Up with a Solid State Drive (SSD): Long boot times are a frustrating drain to anyone’s productivity, but this problem can easily be consigned to the past. A traditional hard drive disk (HDD) is comprised of a number of moving parts; the motion involved in operating a HDD’s movable parts, naturally, takes time to complete. But an SSD uses semi-conductor memory chips instead of moving parts. And this significantly speeds up boot times and other disk operations, so upgrading to an SSD is a no-brainer.
  • Remap Your Mouse Buttons:  A computer mouse is set up with right-handed people in mind. But what happens when a left- handed person, or someone who has injured their right hand, wants to use a mouse? The answer is simple: they get frustrated and struggle to use their PC correctly. However, it’s possible to remap your mouse buttons through the Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center app. From here you can reassign different commands to different mouse buttons e.g. reprogramming the left hand mouse button execute right hand mouse functions.
  • Make Things Bigger with Magnifier: It’s not always easy, at the best of times, to see things on a PC screen. The information you need can often be written too small and take several examinations to read clearly. Microsoft, though, are aware of this and has designed the Magnifier app to stop you squinting at the screen. Located in the Ease of Access section of Windows Settings, Magnifier provides you with a magnifying glass icon which you can use to magnify any area of the screen you want. 

For more ways to secure and optimize your business technology, contact your local IT professionals. 

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The Best IT Home Checkup for Your PC

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21
Apr 2020

Millions of workers are now self-isolating and that means working from home for many people. But how do you make sure that your PC at home is healthy?

The luxury of working from an office is that the equipment there is regularly maintained and fairly new. However, when you have to work from home you will soon realize that your own equipment isn’t in the same shape. We’re all guilty of being a little lazy when we get home and IT maintenance certainly isn’t at the top of most people’s lists. But a little effort goes a long way when it comes to maintaining a PC.

And, best of all, you don’t need to be a fully trained IT technician to carry out a home checkup. In fact, it’s quick and easy as we’re about to show you.

 

How to Maintain Your PC with a Home Checkup

Working from home on your own PC is convenient, but it also puts you and your organization at risk. Therefore, make sure you maximize your productivity and safety by carrying out the following:

  • Install all Updates: We have a habit of ignoring PC updates at home as they get in the way of loading up Netflix. However, it’s important that complacency doesn’t creep into your IT activities at home. You need to make sure that all your software is up to date with the latest patches and firmware. Not only will this ensure that your software is secure, but it will enhance the functionality of your software. Most software will have an auto-update feature, so it’s crucial that this is activated. 
  • Check Your Router: The internet is vital when it comes to remote working. Without an internet connection you won’t be able to connect to your organization’s network. And this will leave you without any of the resources you need. So, it’s essential that your router is working and secure. A good connection is paramount, so you may need to adjust your router position to maximize the signal. And, to safeguard the security of your router, remove any default passwords and create something unique. 
  • Use Security Software: If you haven’t already got security software in place then this needs to be made a priority. It will protect your PC and, if you’re working remotely, strengthen the security of any connections to your business. There are a wide range of options when it comes to security software, so it can be daunting choosing one. It’s recommended that you stick to the industry leaders, so make a beeline to software developed by Kaspersky, McAfee and AVG. And you can rest assured that they provide plenty of free software.

Final Thoughts

The challenges of working from home are likely to be new for many employees. Thankfully, advances in technology mean that this is easier than ever. But you need to make sure that your PC at home is in excellent shape. It is, after all, your most valuable tool when it comes to working remotely. So, to guarantee a PC that is firing on all cylinders, you need to take note of the tips above.

For more ways to secure and optimize your business technology, contact your local IT professionals.

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