How to Make Your Desktop Wireless – Part 1
Everyone gets a certain amount of desk envy when exposed to somebody else's orderly desk. For many, an attractive desk means distraction and you won't be able to do your best work on it.
Does Your Computer Have Security Software?
It's almost an open secret that the perception of modern anti-virus software is little more than a paid protection racket. But that perception can be misleading and it is entirely...
Hale IT’s Most Anticipated Games of 2016
If 2015 was anything to go by, gaming is only on the up and up. Last time we told you about our favourite games of 2015 but what about the new year? 2016 is only a fledgling year thus far...
Your Computer’s Security Has Blocked a Trojan Horse Virus, or has it?
There's a pop-up message currently doing the rounds among computer users and, thanks to a safety-concerned support call from one of our customers, we were made aware of it. We'd like to spread the word and let you know about the problem in question: Have you seen this message? While the above message appeared on a Mac [...]
Hale IT’s 5 Best Games of 2015
Welcome to the first ever Hale IT Game of the Year awards! Because 2015 was such an incredible year on all platforms, we simply couldn't single out one game; instead, we've hand-picked five of the best games of 2015 that we've enjoyed the most. So, without further ado, let's get started! Life is Strange (Dontnod Entertainment [...]
Your Smartphone Screen isn’t Built to Last
Ever wondered why your smartphone screen has a crack already? It didn't take long, did it? One study suggests that it only takes an average of 10 weeks for it to happen.
Windows 10 Problems: Black Screen & Driver Issues
The number of PCs and laptops we encounter having problems with the Windows 10 upgrade, especially when updating from Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, continues to grow. While Microsoft has placed a huge amount of emphasis on Windows 10, it has encountered a remarkably long list of post-upgrade problems. The Windows 10 problem has lead [...]
What is a Trojan Virus?
When you get a Trojan Horse Virus you may well ask yourself the questions: What is it? Where did I get it from? How do I get rid of it? In Greek mythology, soldiers hid in a large horse at the gates of Troy, creeping out later that night and killing the Trojans while they slept. [...]
How Safe is my Password?
Let's face the facts, hacking happens and it really could be your turn next. The shocking truth is that your email or bank account might be more at risk than you think and unauthorised access can result in the theft of information, contacts, account numbers, and your identity. Which will cost you big, financially. Occasionally [...]
Struggling with a Slow Internet Speed?
Are you suffering from slow internet speed? Is your broadband struggling to cope with an iPad, laptop, PC, Xbox and smartphone running all at the same time? Is everyone in the house using 3G because it's quicker than the internet? A slow broadband internet connection can be enormously frustrating, especially if you work from home. [...]