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Need help deciding how much you should spend on a new Windows computer? Check out the guide below, or contact At Home Computer Tutor Today!

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"Do I need to install Anti-Virus software on my new computer?"

Short Answer: No

Long Answer: On older computers, you used to need to download or buy a third party anti-virus software. On modern computers, the pre-installed programs are very capable and can replace paid and free third party software of the past.

On a Windows computer the default Microsoft anti-virus program that comes pre-installed on your computer is very good and free. It will keep itself up to date and run automatic scans without you having to do anything. You can also run a scan manually.

On an Apple computer you generally don’t need any anti-virus software as most virus are written for Windows computers (the largest user base worldwide) and are .exe files, which cannot be opened on a Mac.

The only other program you might want to download both on Windows and Apple when it comes to computer security is Malwarebytes, which offers free and paid options and protects against spyware.

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At Home Computer Tutor Blog – An every growing list of everyday tech problems, tips, tricks, and solutions Take a picture on your phone with the volume button On both Apple and Android phones, you can take a photo by pressing either volume button along the side of your phone. This is like a physical button on an old camera. For people who have trouble holding their phone steady or mistakenly take multipl...

Did you know, you can take pictures on your cell phone (iPhone & Android) by clicking the volume button? 📱📸

If you have trouble holding your phone steady or mistakenly take multiple photos at once, using the physical button instead of the touch screen can help you hold the phone steadier and only take one photo at a time.

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At Home Computer Tutor Blog – An every growing list of everyday tech problems, tips, tricks, and solutions Take a picture on your phone with the volume button On both Apple and Android phones, you can take a photo by pressing either volume button along the side of your phone. This is like a physical button on an old camera. For people who have trouble holding their phone steady or mistakenly take multipl...

Free outdoor tech help! ☀️🌳
When - This Sunday afternoon, 5/16
Where - Fort Greene Park (Wiloughby Ave & Washington Park)

Stop by and ask all those tech related questions you've had on your mind this last year, or just say hi!

📱 Free on the spot iPhone & Android phone help (Beginners welcome)

Can't make it or need help with your tech at home? Message me (Robert), to set up a free 30 minute consultation and learn how you can become a more confident computer user.

Covid-19 Update

*Remote Services Only*

In-Person services suspended until further notice
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Remote Session Hours

Mon - Fri : 9AM - 5PM
Sat - Sun : 11AM - 4PM

Emergency Help available until 10:30pm most nights
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Contact
Phone - (908) 875-4627
Email - [email protected]

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How do remote sessions work?

For remote sessions I use Google Remote Desktop. This is a service provided by Google and can be used on both Windows or Apple computers. Connecting via this service allows me to see what you're seeing on your computer as well as to move your cursor to click on things while we work together.

I have instructions here on how to install the Google Remote Desktop software, which I can walk you through over the phone. Once that's done, all you have to do is visit a link in your browser which will generate a code that you share with me. I can then log on remotely to see and share control of your screen.

I can only view your computer if you share the code. The code is not saved for repeated use, and becomes invalid if not used after 5 minutes (at which point you could generate a new one if necessary). Once our session has ended and we disconnect, I will no longer have any access to your computer until you share another code with me.

Remote Session Set-up Guide- http://athomecomputertutor.com/guides.html

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