1. When Bad Things Happen to Good Computers Presented by Stephen Skunta & Lindsey Karoly

2. Disk cleanup  Frees up disk space on a computer’s hard drive  CCleaner CCleaner  Deletes unwanted files from browsers  Registry cleaner  MAC  MainMenu MainMenu  Maintenance Maintenance  Onyx Onyx

3. Defrag  Can configure schedule  Recommended once a month  For Mac:  OS X automatically defrags files < 20 MB  3 rd party disk utilities

4. Driver updates  Why are drivers important?  Can cause hardware to stop working or work incorrectly  Can be found on computer company’s website (ex: Dell.com)  Software available that will scan computer

5. Running processes  Task Manager  msconfig  ProcessLibrary.com ProcessLibrary.com

6. Cleaning your computer  Tools  Can of compressed air  Lint-free or anti-static cloths  Cotton swabs  Tweezers  Clean every couple months  Careful when blowing fans  Overspinning a fan can crack or damage the bearings.  Use the can well away and use short bursts and can also prevent the fan from moving while cleaning.

7. Ventilation  Overheating is the biggest cause of component failure  Do not put in enclosed area  Keep away from carpet or floor  Do not put items on top of computer or laptop

8. Virus software  Most colleges give this for free!  Free software:  AVG Free AVG Free  Avast Avast  Do not install more than one antivirus software

9. Anti-spyware  Free software – MalwareBytes, SpybotMalwareBytesSpybot  Fake virus alert Fake virus alert

10. Force shutdown  No Windows updates  Corrupt registry files  Can cause damage to hard drive

11. Backup  Backup options  Online  External hard drive  CD/DVD  Software – AcronisAcronis  Windows 7 Backup and Restore

12. Voltage regulator  Turn off and unplug electronic equipment during a storm  Surge protector  UPS

13. Is keeping your pc on all the time OK?  Shutting down vs. leaving on  Computer lifetime  Cost of leaving your computer on  Power management

14. Sounds of a failing hard drive  DataCent.com hard drive sounds DataCent.com hard drive sounds  Backup!

15. Secure password  Secure password = less likely to get hacked  How long it takes to hack a password How long it takes to hack a password

16. Adding memory  When should you add more memory?  Installing  Make sure computer is off  Properly seeded