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Software… Firmware… Hardware…

Posted on February 9, 2022January 30, 2022 by cynmackley
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What are all of those "Wares" buzzing around your head? I'll explain the difference between software, firmware and hardware and even through in bonus definitions for malware, adware and userware.

Posted in Computer Terms, Desktop Enhancement, Hardware & Peripherals, System Tune-Up HelpTagged adware, firmware, Games, Hardware, malware, programs, Software, userware3 Comments

Your router may be at risk

Posted on June 6, 2018May 24, 2018 by cynmackley

Your router may be at risk from hackers. We'll show you what to do to protect yourself.

Posted in Hardware & Peripherals, Security Help, UncategorizedTagged draytek, firmware, routers, security3 Comments

The latest on Spectre/Meltdown patches

Posted on January 24, 2018January 23, 2018 by cynmackley

The latest on patches to fix the Spectre/Metldown security flaw.

Posted in Computer Terms, In The News, Security Help, UncategorizedTagged amd, apple, firmware, intel, mac, meltdown, microsoft, patches, security, spectre, windowsLeave a comment

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