Computer Boot Sector Virus Removal

A lady was affected with a boot sector virus today. Many of you may not know but boot sector viruses are the most harmful computer and complex viruses that live in the boot sector of your computer. The boot sector is responsible for loading or booting your computer when it is turned on. You start your computer and the virus is already loaded into your memory. A smartly designed boot sector virus can fool your system that there is no virus at all when it loads. Effective ways to protect your computer from boot sector viruses is to change your operating sector from windows. Windows is a widely used operating system so it is the only operating system that is commonly infected by the viruses unlike Linux or Mac operating systems.

These viruses only attack windows operating system because it is poorly programmed. For example you get an email and attachment, windows is programmed to open the attachment and follow its instructions even if the attached file could damage your computer. Whereas both Linux and Mac operating systems have protection built in to prevent these issues.

If you think your computer is infected with a boot sector virus and you’re not sure how to remove it yourself browse to Google  and search “boot sector virus removal” You will find numerous computer repair and virus removal software, alternatively you can contact Leeds Computer Laptop Repairs and we can make sure that the virus is completely removed.

Laptop Virus Removal & Wireless Security

Today I removed a virus from a laptop for a customer in Hyde Park, Leeds. When I was reconnecting it to their wireless network I realised it was unsecure. At the moment there are two types of security on wireless routers. WEP and WPA, WEP is the older security standard and can easily be hacked. Most BT and SKY run on WEP by default, however they are both capable of the more secure WPA features. 

You can check that you are running WPA, or at least WEP. If there is no security anyone within range can connect to your broadband, the real concern of this is that individual could potentially be intercepting all your online activity. Anytime you log onto hotmail or online banking they can be taking your passwords. The importance of wireless security is paramount and if you would like to find out how secure you are please contact us.

Leeds Computer Laptop Repairs specialise in the repair of all technical device problems such as laptop and computer repairs, laptop screen repairs, ipad and tablet screen repairs, computer upgrades and more. If you require a reliable, cheap and friendly laptop and computer repair service then call us now FREEPHONE: 0800 907 0025 | MOBILE: 0759 9585 666

Laptop Headphone Jack Repair

Right today a music enthusiast managed to break their headphone jack off into the port on the side of the laptop. After many attempts to remove it externally with various tools an getting no where fast a different approach was needed. The tip of the headphone jack where it had broke off was slight raised and wasn't flush with the laptop casing.

Internally I was able to get behind the tip of the headphone jack and put enough pressure on the part which was exposed to slide it out another couple of millimetres. This then allowed the use of some very thing pliers to fully remove the broke jack. Rather strange laptop repair so I thought it was worthy a blog.

Laptop Screen Data Cable Repair

First job of the day turned out to be a nice cheap repair for the customer. At first glance it seemed to be an issue with the LCD screen and the display was completely white.

This can indicated a problem with the LCD screen itself but also can relate to the connection between the screen and motherboard. After removing the data cable, straightening it out and reconnecting it the display was fully functional again. Turns out that the cable had become bunched inside and for what ever reason at this moment in time chose to stop working. Rather than carrying out a laptop screen repair as many places would advice without checking other issues this customer was very happy to walk away with a fixed laptop for £40!

If you need a laptop screen repair company or need a laptop repair specialist in Leeds then contact Leeds Computer Laptop Repair now.