A+ Computers & Services Inc

12/24/2025

✨ Season’s Greetings to our valued clients and partners ✨

As we reflect on 2025, we’re filled with sincere gratitude — for your trust, your collaboration, and the shared goal of keeping technology secure, simple, and human.

This year, we proudly:
✔️ Supported small businesses and non-profits with people-first IT solutions
✔️ Completed thousands of remote and on-site support sessions
✔️ Delivered custom-built, Windows 11–ready computers for homes and offices
✔️ Helped homeowners, students, professionals, and community members clean up, upgrade, and restore their tech — always with care and clarity

Every call, every ticket, every visit — we showed up because you matter.

Thank you for choosing us as your trusted tech partner. Whether you’re running a business or keeping things running smoothly at home, we’re honored to support you.

✨ And there’s more to come! In early 2026, we’ll be launching a client loyalty program as our way of giving back. Stay tuned.

From all of us at A+ Computers & Services, we wish you a joyful, restful holiday season and a New Year filled with peace of mind (and great tech support!).

🎄🅰➕💗

12/24/2025

🎄 Season’s Greetings! 🎄

We’d like to share our Holiday Opening Hours for 2025:

📅 December 24 – Christmas Eve: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📅 December 25 – Christmas Day: Closed
📅 December 26 – Boxing Day: Closed
📅 December 31 – New Year’s Eve: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📅 January 1 – New Year’s Day: Closed

If you have any questions or concerns, please leave us a message at
📞 (204) 275-8772, and we’ll return your call as soon as possible.

✨ Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a happy New Year! ✨

11/10/2025

We pause to remember and honour those who served and sacrificed.
Their courage, commitment, and legacy will never be forgotten. ❤️🌺

07/01/2025

Today, we’re celebrating the communities, connections, and values that make Canada truly special. At A+ Computers & Services, we’re proud to serve the small businesses and non-profits that form the heart of our nation—supporting your missions with reliable tech solutions and real human connection.

As we enjoy the red and white today, let’s also recognize the everyday heroes keeping our communities strong.

Wishing you a joyful, safe, and tech-hiccup-free Canada Day! 🍁

A+ Computers & Services
People First. Problems Solved.

06/16/2025

Is AI Building a Better Future—or a Smarter Threat?

Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a tool—it’s becoming a collaborator in our digital lives. From how we work online to how we navigate the internet, AI’s influence is profound—and growing.

But with innovation comes risk. At A+ Computers & Services, we’ve seen firsthand how AI is being exploited:

🏴 Deepfake voices mimicking trusted contacts.
🏴 AI-generated phishing emails that look eerily authentic.
🏴 Scammers using AI to simulate authority and deceive staff.

These aren't hypothetical scenarios—they're real incidents affecting businesses and non-profits across Manitoba.

What can you do?

🔴 Stay informed: Understand the tools you and your team are using.
🔴 Strengthen digital hygiene: Implement multi-factor authentication and robust endpoint protection.
🔴 Question automation: Don't assume AI outputs are always correct.
🔴 Seek expert advice: Consult trusted IT partners before acting on suspicious communications.

Read our full insights:
👉 AI That Thinks Before It Acts: A New Era in Human-Tech Interaction
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ai-thinks-before-acts-new-era-human-tech-interaction-apluspc-bsntc/?trackingId=tOgtUapvSQaAsLW6Vy%2FNag%3D%3D

Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a tool—it’s becoming a collaborator in our digital lives. From how we work online to how we navigate the internet, AI’s influence is profound—and growing.

05/12/2025

☀️ 32°C Outside? Your Computer’s Feeling It Too. 🔥

Today’s Winnipeg forecast? Scorching. And just like us, your computers can overheat under pressure.

💻 When internal temperatures rise, performance tanks—and permanent damage can follow. Summer heatwaves can push systems beyond safe limits, especially older or dust-clogged machines.

3 Signs Your PC Needs a Cool-Down:

1. 🌀 Fans sound like jet engines
2. 🐢 Programs slow to a crawl
3.❌ Random shutdowns or screen freezes

✅ What You Can Do:
* Keep vents clear & dust-free
* Don’t block airflow—avoid soft surfaces
* Shut down unused systems during peak heat

Let us do a full PC Tune-Up & Cleaning for you!
📞 Need fast help? Call (204) 275-8772

05/02/2025

Friday Fun Fact from A+:
Before you head into the weekend, we wanted to share something a little weird, a little wonderful—and totally related to computers.

Bizarre Tech Fact of the Week:
The first computer “bug” was literally a bug.
In 1947, Harvard engineers found a moth trapped in Relay #70 of the Mark II computer. It had caused the machine to malfunction. They removed it, taped it in the logbook, and noted it as the “first actual case of a bug being found.”

Since then, “debugging” became a thing—but here’s the real kicker:
Some bugs today aren’t just annoying—they’re a security risk.

That’s why A+ proactively monitors, patches, and protects your systems 24/7.
No bugs (or moths) will slip past us.

People First. Problems Solved.

04/30/2025

🚨 SCAM ALERT: Don’t Get Hooked! 🚨
Scammers are getting smarter—and they’re targeting small businesses and non-profits just like yours.

They impersonate IT support, send fake emails, and even pop up on your screen with urgent warnings 😨

Swipe through our quick guide to see the Top 5 Ways Scammers Try to Trick You—and what to do instead.

At A+, we help clients stay safe with proactive support, trusted tools, and real human help.

If something feels off, don’t guess—📞 call us first: 204-275-8772

04/14/2025

“After 10 years, I guess it’s just time to build the next one!”
Last week, a long-time client visited us to check if her A+ custom computer could upgrade to Win11. When we pulled up her purchase records, we discovered something impressive—she had bought this computer over a decade ago! Unfortunately, upgrading wouldn’t be cost-effective. But her reaction surprised and delighted us: she simply smiled and said, “It’s okay—I’ve definitely got my money’s worth!”
She reminded us she’d been a loyal customer for nearly 20 years, purchasing three A+ custom builds, each of which ran flawlessly without a single issue. With total confidence, she told us, “After 10 years, I guess it’s just time to build the next one!” 💻
🔍 Spec Sheets Don’t Tell the Whole Story
You’ve seen the ads: “Fast CPU! Lots of RAM! Huge Storage!”
But here’s the truth → Most budget computers cut corners where it counts most—on the motherboard.
🧠 The motherboard is the backbone of your system. It powers and connects everything. When manufacturers skimp here, you end up with:
🛠️ System instability
🌡️ Overheating
⚡ Inconsistent power delivery
🧩 Limited upgrade options
🧱 Shorter system lifespan.
@@@@ At A+, we’ve repaired computers of all makes and models for over 20 years. We’ve seen countless examples of downtime and disruption caused by low-quality motherboards. That’s why every A+ custom build begins with reliability at its core.
🛡️ What sets an A+ custom build apart?
✔️ Business-grade motherboards carefully selected for reliability.
✔️ Quality power supplies ensuring stable, efficient operation.
✔️ Under 2% failure rate—proven reliability spanning two decades.
✔️ Maximum Return on Investment, so your technology investment goes further.
✔️ 3-Year Hassle-Free Warranty backed by friendly, local service and support.
✨ Make the most of IT.
Flashy specs mean nothing if your machine doesn’t last. At A+, reliability isn’t just a promise—it’s the foundation of everything we build.
📞 Curious about your next custom build? Let’s chat—no pressure, just straightforward advice to ensure your next computer is one you can count on.

04/14/2025

Feeling grateful! 🙏 We were recently featured in the Winnipeg Free Press and couldn’t be more proud. 💻📰

Big thanks to the honest and awesome writer, Leslie Pitchford, for the shoutout and for sharing her experience with our services. We love what we do—and that’s helping our community, whether it’s homeowners, businesses, clinics, or non-profits.

🧡 Read the full article in our bio or right here:
https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/our-communities/correspondents/2025/04/09/my-experience-with-a-computers-services