What’s New in Windows 10 – Version 1803
Windows 10 Version 1803 is here! Although most of the usual hype and news about Windows upgrades is centered around the main releases, like Windows 7, 8, and 10, Microsoft also releases smaller version updates on a regular basis. Going forward, we will be providing summaries of these updates so that you know what to […]
Russian hackers using home internet routers to steal information and commit cyber-espionage. Sounds like a plot from a movie, but it’s real life. The US and UK security agencies issued a joint statement yesterday alerting citizens that Russian spies have been using outdated routers in homes and businesses to spy for the Kremlin. According to […]
URGENT: This Android App Could Be Allowing Criminals To Hack Your Phone
Cybersecurity experts have discovered multiple Android apps that are being used to hack smartphones and steal texts, pictures, and other personal data. The apps are all fake versions of legitimate popular apps such as Facebook, Whatsapp and Minecraft. Back in September, hackers flooded the Google Play store with dozens of these fake apps. Google says […]
WATCH: What Happens When An Internet Scammer Gets A Chance To Do the Right Thing?
We’ve all dealt with those annoying internet scammers. You know, the ones who pretend to be a long-lost Nigerian prince who simply needs your bank account information and social security number to transfer $45 million dollars to your account. Some of these scammers claim that they need the money to provide for their family or […]
Google Releases New Pixel 2 Phone
Google just announced the release of its highly-anticipated Pixel 2 smartphone, after months of speculation on product design and features. The Pixel 2 is the sequel to Google’s first smartphone, the original Pixel. These phones run on the Android operating system, and are designed to compete with the Samsung Galaxy line of phones, as well […]
How Windows Updates Help Your Business Computers Run Faster and Stay Secure
We’ve discussed a lot of complicated topics on this blog, but today we’re going to talk about something that might seem pretty basic – Windows Updates. If you’ve spent any amount of time using a computer, you’ve probably encountered those annoying messages “Configuring Windows Updates. Please do not unplug or turn off your computer.” If […]
How To Update Your iPhone to iOS11
It’s here! iOS11 officially releases across the country today. There are tons of new and exciting features, including a redesigned control center, a more intelligent Siri, and some cool new iMessage features. The update is expected to drop around 1:00 PM Eastern Time. If you’re confused by the update process and want some help, check […]
Are Your Computers Prepared For Hurricanes?
Between Hurricane Harvey drowning Houston and Hurricane Irma threatening the East Coast, hurricanes have been in the news a lot recently. With all the buzz around hurricane preparedness, we here at Wise Computers Solutions wanted to take a few minutes to give you some important guidelines to prepare your computers, servers, and other IT equipment […]
Is It Really That Important To Maintain Your Business Computers?
Happy Wednesday from the team at Wise! We hope you’re having an amazing week, and we hope we can make it better with some free IT advice. We talk to a lot of small business owners, and one of the things we consistently hear is “Why do I need to maintain my business computers? If […]
Urgent Warning: WannaCry Exploit Could Delete Your Files Today
Look, I am not one to be an alarmist, but the latest Ransomware is causing havoc around -the world today. This is all over the news across the world today. Without getting into too many technical details, Ransomware encrypts your files and demands you pay money to get them back. THERE IS NO WAY TO […]
