Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) is a free anti-virus program for Windows computers, offered directly from Microsoft. It is available for Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 operating systems. MSE provides protection against not only viruses but spyware, rootkits and trojans. It’s important to note that in order to run MSE, you must uninstall any other anti-virus protection your computer has in order to avoid conflicts and a significantly slower system. E-Geniuses prefers to run Microsoft Security Essentials in conjunction with Malwarebytes in order to protect against both viruses and malware.

Screenshot of Microsoft Security Essentials

MSE is the predecessor to Windows Defender and Windows Live OneCare. If you’ve got OneCare, it’s best to uninstall it prior to installing MSE. By default, MSE will disable Windows Defender in the installation process. After installation, you’ll be prompted to update to receive the latest protection definitions, which takes approximately anywhere from 5-15 minutes (depending on connection speed). Once installed, users have the option to run a quick scan or a full scan. Depending on your computers level of infection, a full scan can take anywhere from 35 minutes to more than an hour.

A positive feature of MSE is that it runs efficiently in the background of the computer, only requiring user input when a threat is detected. Updates are published multiple times a day and provides real-time scanning which ensures that your computer is constantly protected. Another feature of MSE is that it will create System Restore points within Windows before removing malware from your system. These System Restore points allow your computer to be rolled back to prior states in case a problem occurs.

E-Geniuses prefers Microsoft Security Essentials over other free anti-virus programs due to its natural integration with Windows operating systems. It requires fewer resources from the computer, has a straightforward user interface and has high virus detection rates.

To download Microsoft Security Essentials, visit the official site from Microsoft. If you are interested in having E-Geniuses take care of this for you or enrolling in a Monthly Maintenance Plan, call 877-694-3648 to start protecting your computer today.

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Computer Classes in Burbank

"Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new." -Albert Einstein

E-Geniuses is continuing to serve the community as well as expand our services by offering computer tutoring classes at our Burbank location. There will be a basic and advanced version for each class. Classes that are currently being offered include email, photos, social networking, and internet browsing. “It feels good to give people piece of mind by teaching,” said Joey Mariano, owner of E-Geniuses. Our classes will allow us to interact and actively be involved with our clients, taking it beyond computer repair. Mariano adds, “we want to create good relationships with our neighbors, regardless if they need our services or not.”

In addition to comprehension, the classes aim to help build confidence for those that are not completely comfortable using the computer. Technology is helping the world advance into being more efficient whether you are using it for business, personal use, or recreational purposes. E-Geniuses strives to keep their clients up to date with the technology that will be most useful to them.

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Synchronize Your Bookmarks Across Multiple Computers

If you use your computer to browse the Internet on a regular basis, it’s very likely that you have accumulated a good amount of bookmarks (favorites in Internet explorer.) Do you want to be able to synchronize your bookmarks across your computers? With Xmarks, you can.

The first step is to download Xmarks from xmarks.com. Xmarks works on Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari and Chrome. Once it’s downloaded and installed, it will take you through a setup process. Once installed, it will allow you to backup all of your bookmarks/favorites onto the cloud where it can be accessed by any of your computers. If you add, change or delete a bookmark from one of your computers, Xmarks will do the same for your other synchronized computers.

You can also set sync profiles for your home or office. We do not recommend using Xmarks to synchronize your passwords; we use a plugin called Lastpass for that. Here’s our post regarding Lastpass Password Manager.

This is an invaluable plugin if you happen to purchase a new computer or lose the data on your old computer. If you have Xmarks setup, all you have to do is re-download it onto another computer an sign in with your account. All of you saved bookmarks will be pulled down from the cloud onto your computer.

If you have any questions, make sure to give us a call at (877) 694-3648 or visit us at www.E-Geniuses.com.

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The headline is, He’s technically a computer genius.

The article summary reads:

“For E-Geniuses founder and owner Joey Mariano, fixing a computer and returning it to a customer in tip-top shape is only half of what an experience at his new computer repair store entails.”

Very well written. We appreciate the exposure.

Here’s the link to the article about E-Geniuses Computer Repair Shop in Burbank.

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Many computer service companies want you to call them for pricing info. That’s understandable for them to want to be able to explain their pricing structure. But, when you’re having computer problems, the last thing you want to do is price shop computer service companies by phone. If companies put their pricing on their website, it would take out the extra step of having to call them. Why then wouldn’t they put their price list online? It makes it seem as if their prices/rates aren’t competitive.

E-Geniuses gives you direct access to their PC repair price list on their website. If the cost to fix your computer is within your budget, then you can just call to set an appointment with a technician. If it is not, then at least you don’t have to waste time trying to get a hold of someone on the phone.

When you are having computer problems, you want to find a solution as easily and as painless as possible. That’s exactly what you can expect with E-Geniuses.

Click Here to See E-Geniuses’ Computer Repair Price List.

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Repairs in Burbank

Virus and Spyware Removal in Burbank

Reinstallation of Operating System in Burbank

New Computer Setup in Burbank

Upgrades in Burbank

Memory Installation in Burbank

Hard Drive Installation in Burbank

CD/DVD/CD-RW/DVD-RW Installation in Burbank

Internal/External Device Installation in Burbank

Data Migration in Burbank

Wireless Networking in Burbank

Preventive Maintenance in Burbank

Optimization in Burbank

Personal Technician Service in Burbank

Monthly Maintenance Plan in Burbank

Drive Imaging in Burbank

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Tutoring in Burbank

Telecommuting in Burbank

All prices subject to change. Call for services not listed. i.e. Software Installation, Motherboard Installation, Screen Replacement.

A $49 service fee is applied to each on-site service for travel and diagnosis. Hardware is not included in any of these services.

E-Geniuses does not assume liability for data corruption or loss at any time. Customer must backup data prior to service call. E-Geniuses is not a reseller of computers, parts or accessories. Returns for all products purchased and installed for clients is the responsibility of the client and the reseller of that product. E-Geniuses is only responsible for the delivery and installation of that product. Parts can only be returned to the reseller if within the seller’s return policy. Charges for the visit and reinstallation will be incurred by the client. If a part is found defective during the initial installation the E-Geniuses will only charge for the extra visit, but not for the additional installation. E-Geniuses assumes no responsibility for the products purchased on the client’s behalf.

*Any additional visits are $49 per visit and each additional hour is also $49.

**Payment options for Monthly Maintenance Plans include: $19 a month if pre-paid for 6 or more months; $20 a month if paid monthly through PayPal; $25 a month if paid monthly through check or money order. Avast home an optional install.

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