Realizing that your computer is infected with a virus can be a heart-stopping moment, but there's no need to panic. Viruses or other malware can have a devastating effect on your PC, slowing its ...

It's important to know the signs of a virus, so that you can act quickly to get rid of any malware and stay safe in future. A virus is a type of malicious software, or malware, that can replicate ...

A tech support rep calls and offers to fix a computer bug you haven't even noticed, or a pop-up warning appears on the screen, instructing you to dial a number for help. In this con, scammers pose as ...

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Fake tech expert calls and suspicious online pop-ups try to scare you, steal money and identity OTTAWA, May 12, 2017 /CNW/ - You get a call from a tech expert, who says he is working for a well-known ...

Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors are caused by system-level issues in Windows. Common causes include faulty drivers, hardware issues, overheating, and corrupt system files. Software conflicts, ...