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Comcast Updates to DOCSIS 2.0 in Memphis
Apr 28th
I noticed today that my modem is now synced at DOCSIS 2.0 which allows for faster speeds! So unless we are just lucky in Frayser, everyone should be enjoying faster download and upload speeds. My speeds went from 8.1Mbps/1.4Mbps to 18.1Mbps/2.2Mbps! Of course, that just means I’ll reach the 250Gb cap sooner but I’m not complaining… I’m glad to see Memphis finally getting the attention we deserve.
If you want to check your Comcast modem, simply point your browser to http://192.168.100.1/ and check CHANNEL TYPE. Should read DOCSIS 2.0 (ATDMA)
My ARRIS Cable Modem is only rated to DOCSIS 2.0 but with 80% of Comcast customers currently upgraded to DOCSIS 3.0 I may now go ahead and purchase a DOCSIS 3.0 Modem, especially since they raised the rental fee from $3 to $5 per month.
Has your speed been updated? Leave a comment and let me know!
NEW! Online Scheduling of Service Calls
Mar 17th
I have implemented Online Scheduling. You will get to pick the day and time during regular business hours that works best for you. After-hour and Weekend calls will still need to be handled directly. Appointy is a 3rd party program that I am trial testing. I have only added “Computer Diagnostics” and “Virus Removal” as services, with the average service call times and prices.
You can schedule calls between 8AM-2PM Monday – Friday. You will have to create an account that includes your Name, Address, Zip-code and Phone Number. Once a particular time slot has been reserved, no-one else can schedule a call for the same time.
If you have a computer question, please use the Contact Me form. If you know you have a computer problem, use the Schedule Service link.
How to prevent “Scareware” (Rogue Antivirus)
Jan 19th
Practically all my service calls the last two months have been due to Scareware related issues. Rogue anti-virus programs that claim every program is infected and that for some amount of money your computer can be secured. Unfortunately, the scareware program IS the infection and your money is sent immediately to some far off country while little if any relief is provided for your payment. It is a scam. And the worst part of it is you no longer have to be surfing the seedier side of the Internet to become a victim!
The authors are actually paying people to infect you, which means it is being included in blogs, forums, even websites you actually pay to use. Typically they rely on your trust of a website to open up the security of your web-browser, to drop your guard, to OK a download.
They operate primarily by using Javascript Code. Javascript is very common and the internet would be a horribly bland place without it, which makes it the perfect vehicle. Javascript are little snippets of code that are included in websites to generate dynamic content, like time stamps and the like. They allow a website to offload some of the heavy lifting and More >
Memphis On-Site Computer Repair
Nov 28th
Residential computer repair service in Memphis for $35 per hour. No trip fees, no gimmicks! Just the same fast, friendly, professional computer services your friends and neighbors have relied on for over 20 years!
Are you a small business owner tired of paying big business ”trip” charges and hourly rates for computer and network repair? The Memphis PC Guy can provide your company with outstanding on-site computer repair services for $50 per hour.
Contact me today to discuss your particular problem or situation.
- Virus / Spyware / Adware Protection, Scan and Removal Are your computers running extremely slow? Do internet searches take you to unexpected websites? Chances are your computer got infected with a virus or worm, or are loaded down with spyware and adware. I’ll scan the entire hard drive and remove every trace of unwanted junk that slows down your computers and threatens the confidentiality of your private information.
- Computer Hardware Support / Installation Install and Configure Hard Drives, Memory, CD/DVD Burners, Digital Cameras, Printers, Scanners, Video Cards, Power Supplies etc.
- Laptop Computer Hardware Support / Installation Replace or repair computer laptop lcd’s, hinges, keyboards. Upgrade or install disk drives, ram, network cards etc.
- Network Troubleshooting / Support / Repair Are you having problems with your existing More >