Using Google Bard

Google Bard AI Google Bard AI, alternative to Chat GPT. So how does it compare? I tried it out. Bard, write me a short essay on computer repair. Computer repair is the process of diagnosing and fixing problems with computers. It can be done for both personal and business computers. Computer repair technicians typically have … Read more

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Unknown USB drives

Unknown USB drives Unknown USB drives, just say no. It’s no secret that USB flash drives, as small and unremarkable as they may look, can be turned into agents of chaos. Over the years, we’ve seen them used to infiltrate an Iranian nuclear facility, infect critical control systems in US power plants, morph into programmable, undetectable attack … Read more

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The History of SPAM

The History of SPAM. SPAM is is a brand of salty processed canned pork. However, when we are dealing with “computer” spam, well, that’s not quite as tasty. Here’s a brief introduction and history of SPAM, as told by the wonderful Glove and Boots.

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Using AI to create a blog post.

Using AI to create a blog post. I’ve been researching Artificial Intelligence recently, (AI) and I thought a classic example would be to ask the AI bots to write me a short essay on computer repair and upgrade, as well as create a computer rendered image of Dirty Harry repairing a computer. Ladies and gentlemen, … Read more

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Failed Hard Drives

Failed hard drives. It’s not a case of IF a hard drive fails, it’s WHEN a hard drive fails. This pictures shows the failed or failing hard drives that I have replaced for customers in the last few months, and believe me it’s not a happy picture. If your data is important to you then … Read more

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WM-tech, computer repair & upgrade, East Kilbride.

WM-tech. Computer Repair and upgrade, East Kilbride, Glasgow.

WM-tech, computer repair & upgrade, East Kilbride. Another busy week at WM-tech, computer repairs and upgrades. A few iMacs this week, some laptops but mainly desktops in for repairs including faulty power supplies, overheating issues and corrupted hard drives needing data recovery. Oh, and I also fixed a drone. First one for me… Our most … Read more

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Computer Repair East Kilbride

Computer Repair East Kilbride Computer Repair East Kilbride Glasgow. Whilst we mainly repair and upgrade laptops, desktops, consoles etc. we also test and repair chargers, USB devices, phone chargers etc. as well as PAT testing for electrical safety. These days our houses and cars are full of electronic gadgets, phone chargers, and all manner of … Read more

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Windows Problem

Windows Problem Windows problems, they can be hard to fix but I always like a challenge. A customer dropped off an older DELL laptop the other day. It had been working fine with Windows 7 but after an upgrade to Windows 10 the laptop screen would show the Windows logo when starting and then give … Read more

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SSD the best upgrade you can make.

SSD the best upgrade you can make. SSD, the best upgrade you can make. If you have an older laptop or desktop, chances are it’s still using a traditional spinning disk hard drive. A Solid State Drive, an SSD is a huge improvement, no moving parts, your start up times and overall performance of your … Read more

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Ethernet Cable, for the fastest broadband.

Ethernet Cable, for the fastest broadband. Ethernet cable, it’s a must if you want the fastest speed from your broadband router, even in these days of super fast wi-fi. I normally buy premade cables in, unless I need a specific custom length, but every technician should be able to make their own. They should also … Read more

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Internet Explorer

Internet Explorer. After 27 years, Microsoft will finally shut down its Internet Explorer browser today, heralding an end to what was many people’s first attempt to get in the web. The browser will be “retired” today, with users being directed to Microsoft Edge, Microsoft’s current browser of choice. (Annoyingly, when trying to install Firefox or … Read more

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Software Update

Software Update. Here’s a blast from the past, Microsoft Windows 98, perfect for your next software update, found whilst up the loft rummaging in my big box of cables for a particular cable I needed. (Yes, every computer geek has a box of cables up their loft, I’m no exception.) Whilst you might not want … Read more

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Computer Virus Removal

Computer Virus Removal A client dropped off their desktop for computer virus removal and then a format and reinstall of Windows 10. It had a nasty rootkit which was causing no end of bother. Also, they weren’t a big fan of Windows 11, so they requested that all partitions were removed, full format and reinstall … Read more

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Mobile Computer Repair

Mobile Computer Repair East Kilbride Mobile Computer Repair. Another desktop computer for repair and service, this one was a mobile call out. New BIOS battery, full clean and dust removal as well as health checkup, all now running well. If you can’t get to me, I’ll get to you… full mobile repair and upgrade service. … Read more

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Vintage Computing – Commodore Vic 20

Retro Gaming, Vintage Computing, 1980s 8 bit Commodore Vic 20

Vintage Computing – Commodore Vic 20 Rummaging through my loft, what did I find? A bit of classic vintage computing, a Commodore Vic 20, although I can’t find the power supply, but I’m sure it’s up my loft somewhere. I’m a big fan of nostalgia and vintage computing, but let’s be honest, those 8 bit … Read more

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Older Computer Repair

Older Computer Repair Just got an older computer in for repair, an HP Compaq 8000 Elite Ultra Slim desktop. Around 10-12 years old, Core Duo processor, 4GB of RAM, usual spec for the age. Originally supplied with Windows 7, had been upgraded to Windows 10. Customer tells me it had strange screen corruptions then would … Read more

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Blue Screen of Death (BSOD)

Why is the blue screen of death (BSOD) blue? Find out in this Youtube video from Dave Plummer, former Microsoft OS software engineer.

Computer Repair, the Number 1 problem: Dusty Computer

Computer Repair – Dusty Computer Another desktop computer repair, with random reboots, blue screen of death, BSOD and general crashes. On investigation, the computer was full of dust and generally this is one of the most common causes of crashes and reboots. Dust gets everywhere in our homes today and when you think of a … Read more

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Computer Repair Card East Kilbride.

Computer Repair Card Upgrade, PAT testing in Glasgow, East Kilbride, Lanarkshire.

Computer Repair Card Laptop East Kilbride New business cards have arrived. I’m not sure many people still use business cards, but hey ho.. still nice to have. With extra QR code goodness. 😉 #computerrepaireastkilbride #laptoprepaireastkilbride #pattestingeastkilbride

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Data recovery, WM-tech Computer Repair & Upgrade, East Kilbride, Glasgow.

Data Recovery, computer repair East Kilbride Glasgow

Data recovery, WM-tech Computer Repair & Upgrade, East Kilbride, Glasgow. Lost pictures from a memory card or hard drive? Computer crashed and you’ve lost data, whether it’s pictures, videos, documents? Get in touch, we can help. We offer a no fix, no fee on data recovery.

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Computer Repair & Upgrade, Glasgow, East Kilbride, Lanarkshire.

Computer Repair & Upgrade, PAT testing in East Kilbride, Glasgow, Lanarkshire.

Computer Repair Glasgow East Kilbride Computer Repair & Upgrade, PAT testing in Glasgow, East Kilbride, Lanarkshire. Here’s a laptop in for repair, it had intermittent Wi-Fi connectivity and when it did connect, extremely slow speeds. Mmm.. what could be wrong? Can you see the fault? Yup, the wi-fi card aerial was disconnected. Aerial cable re-connected, … Read more

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