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Windows Lite is going to compete with the Google Chromebooks

If you like Chromebooks which are laptops, that have very little memory storage on them and for the most part connect to the internet to use all it’s functions, and love the Windows look then Windows Lite will be awesome for you.

Nothing is set in stone right now but Microsoft wants to create devices that are like Chromebooks to compete with them on the market.

Microsoft also wants to create dual screen devices to mimic standard paper notebooks as well.

Windows is trying to make all their users all upgrade to Windows 10

Starting January 14th of 2020, Microsoft will no longer support Windows 7 with security upgrades that keep users’ info safe on their computer.

Microsoft will then support only Windows 10 with security upgrades.

Microsoft will no longer support Internet Explorer starting January 14, 2020.

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Microsoft’s tech support services will be stopped on January 14, 2020 as well for Windows 7.

Microsoft also recommends Windows 7 users to purchase a new computer that can support Windows 10 as well.

Crytolocker Virus \ Ransomware

Nobody likes to be held at gun point. Ransomware \ Cryptolocker virus feels just like that. what can be done to protect yourself from its effects.

Careful of email

Recent reports have reported that 90% + of all Ransomware\Cryptolocker viruses come through your email. rule of thumb if your didn’t request a file dont open it.


Backup

  • Home users we recommend a service called Backblaze, it copies all of your files to their secure cloud for a reasonable rate.
  • Business users we recommend a service called Datto, onsite device that then replicates to the cloud