Cumbria Computer Repairs

July 22nd, 2015

Windows 10 FAQ & Tips

I’m sure you have all heard by now, that Windows 10 is due out very soon. Read on for Microsoft’s own Windows 10 FAQ’s and Tips. What are the basic facts of the Windows 10 upgrade? Microsoft is making Windows…
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May 13th, 2015

Why You Should Not Move Your Laptop

Laptops. They’re designed to be portable. But, did you know that by moving your laptop around while it is turned on can be bad news for your device? In the main, it’s definitely a bad idea to carry your laptop…
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May 12th, 2015

Why Backing up Your Data is Vital

Given how much data the average person has on their computer nowadays, it’s very surprising how few people will actually back it up. Computers are very complex devices and just like anything else, they’re prone to developing faults as they…
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May 11th, 2015

How Can I Spot A Fake E mail?

How Can I Spot A Fake E mail? Do you know how to spot a phony request in an e mail? You may receive an e-mail, for example, from the NY Times to do a survey. How can you be…
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March 11th, 2015

How to Contact Us

We seem to be having a problem with our phone line at the moment, If you have any problems please ring my mobile on 07742444601
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September 9th, 2014

Where Did That Come From? Unwanted programs

Have you ever opened up your browser, and all of the sudden your home page is different or there is a toolbar at the top you don’t recognize or maybe new desktop items? You probably recently installed some new program,…
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August 22nd, 2014

CE Mark and C E Mark

When buying replacement chargers for laptop, phones all tablets, is important to make sure that it has a CE mark on it to ensure it’s safe to use. But there are two types of CE mark on is Conformité Européene…
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August 13th, 2014

Quiz Time

Let’s say you want to download the excellent program CCleaner. To remove temporary files from your computer. Can you tell from this screenshot, which is the RIGHT download button, and which ones are ads? It’s pretty difficult isn’t it? This…
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July 21st, 2014

Refurbished Desktops For Sale

We currently have a number of refurbished desktops in stock for sale. The specfication for the desktops are below. The memory is upgradeable if required. All come with a 3 month parts warranty. And have being refurbished via a registered…
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July 21st, 2014

Refurbished Laptops For Sale

All Now SOLD We currently have a number of refurbished laptops in stock for sale. Below is the specfication for the laptops. All come with a 3 month parts warranty. And have being refurbished via a registered Microsoft Registered Refurbisher.…
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March 13th, 2014

Warning of New Spam Email Containing the Cryptolocker Virus

We have being sent a copy of an email, which claims to have medical results. And that you have to download an email and contact your doctor. It is in fact a virus called cryptolocker (This virus encrypts all the…
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February 7th, 2014

How Do I Get To The Second Layer On My iPad Keyboard?

I read your Keyboard Tips & Tricks for iPads or iPhones. I don’t know how you can get to the other 2 layers. Where do we go to pull up the keypad to enter the shortcuts in? I tried in…
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January 28th, 2014

Windows XP – Microsoft Ending Support

We have a very important announcement to those of you who use Windows XP on your computer. For those of you who may not have heard, Microsoft Windows XP will soon come to EOL (End of Life) and Microsoft Windows…
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January 9th, 2014

It’s Official We Are Now Official ‘Microsoft Registered Refurbisher!’

Now an Official ‘Microsoft Registered Refurbisher!’ The New Year has started with a bang here at Cumbria Computer Repairs after our official recognition as a Microsoft Registered Refurbisher! This is big news indeed as refurbishers that show the type of…
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December 23rd, 2013

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