Last week, I spoke about backing up your data and not relying on the popular flash drive. I would like to emphasize this message again. The flash drive is great for transporting files, but don’t depend on it as a long or even medium-term backup.

So you’ve decided to purchase a new computer, and the first thing you do is look in a newspaper or flyers you received; now you’re flooded with more information than you can handle. The questions seem endless. Which is the best computer to get? Why is this model more expensive that the other, they both look the same? Should I get a MAC or a PC? The questions seem endless.

Digital technology is a reality in every aspect of our lives, at home at play and at work. In some applications we cannot control how it affects our daily routine; we just hope that it works. In others however we can manage its impact with knowledge, education and good advice.

When a Nerd comes on-site to take a look at your computer, they must consider a few things and do some troubleshooting. It may come to a point where we cannot pinpoint the exact issue, or the computer is so riddled with viruses and problems that the best thing to do is perform a fresh installation of the operating system (Wipe and Reload).

“NerdTech Weekend is a chance for Nerds from all over the world to come together in one place for knowledge sharing and to connect with other Nerds. Perhaps the first Nerds On Site “unconference,” NerdTech is being put together by Nerds, for Nerds. It will be a Nerd-to-Nerd information exchange about what technology we can offer our clients to benefit both their businesses and our businesses.

You may have noticed a Windows alert today indicating that new updates are available. A record number of patches were released by Microsoft today for numerous products, including every version of Windows since XP. Your antivirus software may also alert you that there is something you need to pay attention to. This is also a great time to make sure your antivirus software is working and updating.

Home and Home Office NerdCare Assurance is a solution-based monthly program that optimizes and secures your home technology while reducing repair costs. NerdCare is a comprehensive proactive safety net customized for all of your home and home office technology needs. Our plans give you the peace of mind that you rely on through the support and service promise of Nerds On Site. We offer friendly local Nerds with access to knowledge from Nerds around the world that make your IT needs their business.

This month in Nerdy News I wanted to first thank everyone for the overwhelming response to getting a backup and restore plan put together. Data is the new currency, if you can’t rely on restoring your data – you might as well have never done a backup at all.

Jason attended a business development session over the weekend for Freelancers and Entrepreneurs. One of the best quotes he walked away from it establishes the difference between the 2.