Noosa Computers

19/05/2021

https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-56933733

A coalition is calling for action from governments as victims describe crippling cyber-attacks.

19/05/2021

https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-56996717

Research by Which? looked at a selection of older routers still being used by customers.

19/05/2021

Cyber attacks are on the increase across the world comprising of a range of targets from large organisations to home users on personal devices and computers.

Let’s not make it easy for the Cyber gangs by ensuring we introduce ways to protect yourself from malicious attacks including ransomware, viruses and malware.

1. Always backup data to an external (non connected) drive or USB
2. Install quality antivirus
3. Install real-time anti-spyware protection
4. Keep anti-malware applications current
5. Perform daily scans
6. Disable autorun
7. Disable image previews in Outlook
8. Don't click on email links or attachments
9. Surf smart
10. Use a hardware-based firewall
11. Deploy DNS protection

If you want to discuss these steps or need advice please don’t hesitate to call.

Prevention is better than cure!

23/01/2021

07/09/2020

Is it time to upgrade?

30/03/2020

In light of the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, we continue to offer you computer support whilst still maintaining social distancing, in the comfort of your own home.

How?

We can connect via the internet to your Laptop/PC/Mac through a secure application that allows you to share the control of your machine with us. We can view the display as you see it, control your mouse and keyboard, and perform any support, configuration or security changes required (in conjunction with you and your consent of course)!

- Need help to set up home working?
- Want to setup meetings at home for video and audio conferencing?
- Need help setting up the children’s devices for use on the internet but want to ensure children’s safety on the internet?
- MacBook or iMac running slow and want to move to Solid State Drive (SSD) technology?
- Home WiFi issues?

Free assessment and quotation without obligation.

Clients affected by Coronavirus 50% discount.

26/03/2020

In light of the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, did you know you no longer have to leave the comfort of your own home to seek computer support? We can support you without having to visit your home.

How?

We can connect via the internet to your Laptop/PC/Mac through a secure application that allows you to share the control of your machine with us. We can view the display as you see it, control your mouse and keyboard, and perform any support, configuration or security changes required (in conjunction with you and your consent of course)!

- Need help to set up home working?
- Want to setup meetings at home for video and audio conferencing?
- Need help setting up the children’s devices for use on the internet but want to ensure children’s safety on the internet?
- PC / Computer running slow?
- Windows 7 unsupported and you want to move to Windows 10 but don’t know how?
- MacBook or iMac running slow and want to move to Solid State Drive (SSD) technology?
- Home WiFi issues?
- Lost data on USB or hard disk needing recovery?
- Need PC support or 1 to 1 training?

Whatever your IT needs, we can help!

Free assessment and quotation without obligation.

Seniors discount.

No fix no fee guarantee.

Check out our page for more information and customer feedback

Noosa Computers offer home computer repairs and support for the Noosa region.

26/03/2020

In light of the Coronoavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, we are all having to adjust our behaviour towards social interaction and contact. To support this change, Brisbane Computer Consultants are pleased to offer Remote Desktop support to existing and new customers.

How does it work?

Brisbane Computer Consultants can connect to your Laptop/PC/Mac through a secure application that allows you to share control of your machine. It also allows us to view the display as you see it, to control your mouse and keyboard, and perform any configuration or security changes required (with your consent of course).

As always we provide a friendly and free assessment without obligation.

No fix no fee guarantee.

Seniors discount apply.

We are here to support you on 04 757575 40

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Noosa Computers offer home computer repairs and support for the Noosa region.

26/03/2020

FREE Video and Audio Conferencing

Brisbane Computer Consultants is offering our services free for video and audio conferencing setup to families, small businesses and schools in light of the current distancing and isolation measures due to Coronavirus (Covid 19).

If you would like to operate your business from home but unsure how, then we will do it for you and train you for future meetings. You will be able to conference in up to 100 people by video and share documents, spreadsheets and presentations to attendees’ desktops. All you need is a home computer, internet and mic/camera (usually built-in to devices these days).

Please call us to discuss this in more detail and share my strategy to deliver the remote learning pilot, which I can setup and deploy within an hour.

NOTE: This offer is for existing and new customers. We are not receiving commission or payment for this. We are simply doing our bit for the welfare of the community whilst we all venture into uncharted territory together.

Noosa Computers offer home computer repairs and support for the Noosa region.

29/10/2019

R A N S O M W A R E

What to look out for?
A number of malicious emails have been reported recently, designed to deliver the ‘Emotet’ virus via attachments. This allows the attacker to gain access to home networks or devices and cause greater impact through ransomware deployments. Ransomware is a malicious software (malware) used by cybercriminals to encrypt the victim’s personal or valuable information, thereby rendering the data unusable until the ransom payment (usually in the form of Bitcoin, cryptocurrency) is made by the victim.

How does it work?
Emotet infections are typically embedded in emails containing attachments (.doc, .docx, .PDF) or a link asking users to download a file. These phishing emails may look like they come from someone you know, or even from a large company who provide residential services. If a malicious attachment is accessed, your device may be compromised and the virus may spread to other, leading to significant impact for you and others.

What can I do?
• Always use caution before opening suspicious emails and attachments, and clicking on the links.
• Be extra vigilant if an email is from an unknown address or person/company.
• If you accidentally open a link or an attachment that might be suspicious, don’t click ‘Enable Content’ to run macros on untrusted files
• If you believe you have enabled macros on a malicious attachment then disconnect your laptop / desktop from the corporate network by disabling the Wi-Fi or unplugging the network cable
• Contact Brisbane Computer Consultants at [email protected] or call 04 757575 40

08/10/2019

Email Phishing and Scam attacks

Some Brisbane Computer Consultant customers have received e-mails (albeit grammatically interesting) with below subject lines asking for payment through Bitcoin:

• Frauders known your old passwords. Access data must be changed.
• The decision to suspend your account. Waiting for payment.
• Your account was under attack! Change your access data!
• Your account is being used by another person!
• Security Notice. Someone have access to your system.
• High level of danger. Your account was under attack
• Your account has been hacked! you need to unlock
• Security Alert. Your accounts was hacked by criminal group.
• Be Sure to read this message! Your personal data is threatened
• Caution! Attack hackers to your account
Please do not reply or proceed with the instructions for payment. If you get a similar message, please delete it and do not respond or forward it to anyone else.

There are usually links asking the user for their email address and password.

These emails/links are known attempts to entice users into compromising their personal and account login details. If you believe you may have accidentally compromised your account by disclosing your details on a fraudulent site please change your password immediately and notify us if you require free advice and guidance.