Here's the standard list of what you need to do to keep your computer at optimum health:
- Updating Operating system with any new patches
- Update software, especially anything that touches the internet like:
- Web Browser
- PDF software
- Email software
Weekly to Monthly
- Check preconfigured backups are working
- Check for critical Windows Events in the System Log (Disk errors, repeatedly crashing programs. Frequently a computer will give you warning signs that something is failing. It's always better to be prepared)
- Update all other software including but not limited to:
- Screenshot
- Word Processors
Every 1-3 Months
- Run HDD Surface Scan (fixing recoverable HDD errors before they become unrecoverable problems)
If you'd like me to do it for you I do all of the above, and also:
- Computer optimization for speed (removing unnecessary: software, browser toolbars, browser addons/extensions)
- Checking for signs of viruses/spyware
- Check for problems in the Event Viewer
- 35+ years of experience on the lookout for things that "aren't right"
- Monitoring for installation of Spyware
- Monitoring for installation of accidental installation of Remote Access software
What you'll receive:
- Email every 3 months with a list of items checked on a computer like this.
- A list of any issues discovered that need follow up