Just Mousing Around Newsletter ~ Volume 19 Issue 12 ~ Dec. 2020
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Service & Repair since 2001
301 E 1st St, Ste 7 ~ McCook NE 69001 308.344.8884 www.pcswepartner.com
Service & Repair since 2001
Professional Computer Services LLC
Normal Office Hours: Monday through Thursday - 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Copyright © Professional Computer Services, LLC 2020
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Can’t find a convenient time for computer service? Let us help. If you've been putting off having some
regular maintenance done (which we recommend once a year for most), your computer is running slow, or
you’ve seen more popup ads lately and it never seems to be a good time to have it serviced, let us help. If
you’re going to be away, it’s the perfect time to bring it in for service. While you’re gone, we’ll complete the
service and have it ready for you on your return. You won’t even miss your computer. Call us at 308.344.8884
or stop by 301 East 1st St, Ste #7; let us make it easy for you.
Copyright © Professional Computer Services, LLC 2020
*NEW* Quick Heal v19 now available! Quick Heal v19.00 update FREE for current
subscriptions. For both Internet Security & Total Security versions. How do I upgrade to the v19
version? Go to Quick Heal Upgrades page http://www.quickheal.com/upgrade. Instructions are found on
the page, be sure to choose the download corresponding with your version of Quick Heal software.
Virtual Tai Chi classes you do from home via Zoom Sat. 9 to 9:30a.m.
Join us for 30 minutes of simple, easy Tai Chi. We ask for donations for the classes, so please be generous. Limited number of participants, & signed waiver required. See more info here.
If you're interested in virtual Tai Chi classes, email us for class info: info (at) pcswebpartner.com
Tai Chi can help imporve immunity, depression, tension & stress, as well as balance, & many other health benefits. Tai Chi can be a positive start for your journey to improving health & overall well-being.
For more info: Email us info(at)pcswebpartner.com Questions? Email us info(at)pcswebpartner.com If you have a group that would like to have a Tai Chi class please contact us as well.
Join us for 30 minutes of simple, easy Tai Chi. We ask for donations for the classes, so please be generous. Limited number of participants, & signed waiver required. See more info here.
If you're interested in virtual Tai Chi classes, email us for class info: info (at) pcswebpartner.com
Tai Chi can help imporve immunity, depression, tension & stress, as well as balance, & many other health benefits. Tai Chi can be a positive start for your journey to improving health & overall well-being.
For more info: Email us info(at)pcswebpartner.com Questions? Email us info(at)pcswebpartner.com If you have a group that would like to have a Tai Chi class please contact us as well.
301 East 1st St, Ste #7
(Door north Aphrodite salon entrance)
(Door north Aphrodite salon entrance)
Customers with Windows 7 installed on their PC, please take note.
Support for Microsoft Windows 7 has ended. Microsoft announced Windows 7 end of support Jan. 2020.
Ok, I’ve decided to get a new computer. What if I want some of the data from the old one to the new one?
We can help with that. For years, we have helped numerous customers’ transition from an old computer to a new one. Give us a call or come talk with us at 301 East 1st St, Suite #7. We’ll try to help make this shift a little smoother.
If you would like to see more information regarding Windows 7 End of Support information you can visit Microsoft’s website: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-7-end-of-life-support-information
Support for Microsoft Windows 7 has ended. Microsoft announced Windows 7 end of support Jan. 2020.
Ok, I’ve decided to get a new computer. What if I want some of the data from the old one to the new one?
We can help with that. For years, we have helped numerous customers’ transition from an old computer to a new one. Give us a call or come talk with us at 301 East 1st St, Suite #7. We’ll try to help make this shift a little smoother.
If you would like to see more information regarding Windows 7 End of Support information you can visit Microsoft’s website: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-7-end-of-life-support-information
From the Workbench...
What an odd year we've all experienced. I'm amazed how resourceful people are. However, I've heard a discussion about how we are doing everything virtual and we are all missing out on the personal one on one contact. Humans are social beings. We all could use that personal interaction that you just can't get virtual. I was reminded of this previous article. We hope you can spend time together when possible.
Take a break, from your gadgets, cell phone or other electronics.
(I think I can hear the sound of crickets...)
What? You're suggesting what? I can't do that...Yes, yes you absolutely can.
Have you seen this: people at the restaurant and the majority (or all) are looking at their gadgets and not looking at the rest of the people gathered at the table? Or maybe you've seen the commercial with a few kids, all in the same room feet from each other, all text between themselves-no verbal conversation or interaction.
We're all surrounded by our electronic devices every day, from cell phones, tablets & iPads, laptops & desktop computers, and the list goes on. We're surrounded at work and at home. Some days we're bombarded by texts or social media, 'ding', 'ding', 'ding' of posts from whomever or whatever. But sometimes, we need a break, just a little break for ourselves. Ya, I said just a little break, so stay calm & don't panic. I work on computers all day and sometimes, I just want a break from them. Don't you think it would be nice to just give yourself a break from them? Hey, if we don't try, how are we going to know whether we can do it or not?
Here's some suggestions I found that maybe you would like to try. Most are for cell phones, but it goes for tablets, computers and laptops as well:
- Gadget 'tech free' area in your home. How about the kitchen table, the bedroom, or other room or area? No cell phones, smart phones, tablets, or laptops in those areas.
- Leave it at the door. This tip is from a one of our customers. When the 'kids' go visit "Grandma's", Grandma has a spot at the door where the cell phone stays. You can pick it up when you leave.
- Switch your gadget to 'airplane mode'. Ok, so you use your cell phone to listen to music or take pictures, notes or the like. Temporarily, switching to airplane mode shuts off the wireless data option so you can take a break. Thus, you can still use your device for taking pictures or creating notes, but won't be prompted by texts, social media or emails.
-Get out of coverage area. One other idea was to drive to a place where your cell coverage is not available or check your coverage map for a 'dead zone'. Go there take a drive or stroll and enjoy nature.
- Read a book and enjoy a cup of tea, coffee or other hot beverage during the cooler seasons. Maybe work on a hobby you haven't done for a while.
-Turn off notifications. If you have to be connected, try to turn off all the notifications on your phone from social media such as, Facebook, Twitter, & others, etc., so you're not constantly being interrupted. Yet, a phone call will still show up if someone needs to get a hold of you.
Here are a couple of suggestions for kids:
-Limit use of TV, computer and mobile device to maximum of 30 minutes at a time. Consider the total amount of screen time per day recommended or appropriate for the child's age.
-Schedule an appropriate time for using the device, and plan fun physical activities for your child to engage in at other times, or maybe have them connect with nature.
-Refrain from putting a TV and electronic gadgets in the child's bedroom, and put away such device after use.
Set an example for your kids. A speaker discussing social media concerns event had a young person hand them a hand written note encouraging the speaker to have 'parents' disconnect once in awhile & reconnect with their kids.
Now, I understand that some of you may not need any of these actions, or you use it only as a tool--only as needed, and/or can 'resist' these devices. For those, I say that's great!
Today with all our gadgets, we can get increasingly distracted and that the time actually talking and having a conversation with others has somewhat lessened. Do the significant thing, be grateful & enjoy time together with others. Enjoy a little quiet time, even if it's short, for yourself to enjoy. Hope you'll give it a try.
Merry Christmas & Happy Holiday's everyone!
What an odd year we've all experienced. I'm amazed how resourceful people are. However, I've heard a discussion about how we are doing everything virtual and we are all missing out on the personal one on one contact. Humans are social beings. We all could use that personal interaction that you just can't get virtual. I was reminded of this previous article. We hope you can spend time together when possible.
Take a break, from your gadgets, cell phone or other electronics.
(I think I can hear the sound of crickets...)
What? You're suggesting what? I can't do that...Yes, yes you absolutely can.
Have you seen this: people at the restaurant and the majority (or all) are looking at their gadgets and not looking at the rest of the people gathered at the table? Or maybe you've seen the commercial with a few kids, all in the same room feet from each other, all text between themselves-no verbal conversation or interaction.
We're all surrounded by our electronic devices every day, from cell phones, tablets & iPads, laptops & desktop computers, and the list goes on. We're surrounded at work and at home. Some days we're bombarded by texts or social media, 'ding', 'ding', 'ding' of posts from whomever or whatever. But sometimes, we need a break, just a little break for ourselves. Ya, I said just a little break, so stay calm & don't panic. I work on computers all day and sometimes, I just want a break from them. Don't you think it would be nice to just give yourself a break from them? Hey, if we don't try, how are we going to know whether we can do it or not?
Here's some suggestions I found that maybe you would like to try. Most are for cell phones, but it goes for tablets, computers and laptops as well:
- Gadget 'tech free' area in your home. How about the kitchen table, the bedroom, or other room or area? No cell phones, smart phones, tablets, or laptops in those areas.
- Leave it at the door. This tip is from a one of our customers. When the 'kids' go visit "Grandma's", Grandma has a spot at the door where the cell phone stays. You can pick it up when you leave.
- Switch your gadget to 'airplane mode'. Ok, so you use your cell phone to listen to music or take pictures, notes or the like. Temporarily, switching to airplane mode shuts off the wireless data option so you can take a break. Thus, you can still use your device for taking pictures or creating notes, but won't be prompted by texts, social media or emails.
-Get out of coverage area. One other idea was to drive to a place where your cell coverage is not available or check your coverage map for a 'dead zone'. Go there take a drive or stroll and enjoy nature.
- Read a book and enjoy a cup of tea, coffee or other hot beverage during the cooler seasons. Maybe work on a hobby you haven't done for a while.
-Turn off notifications. If you have to be connected, try to turn off all the notifications on your phone from social media such as, Facebook, Twitter, & others, etc., so you're not constantly being interrupted. Yet, a phone call will still show up if someone needs to get a hold of you.
Here are a couple of suggestions for kids:
-Limit use of TV, computer and mobile device to maximum of 30 minutes at a time. Consider the total amount of screen time per day recommended or appropriate for the child's age.
-Schedule an appropriate time for using the device, and plan fun physical activities for your child to engage in at other times, or maybe have them connect with nature.
-Refrain from putting a TV and electronic gadgets in the child's bedroom, and put away such device after use.
Set an example for your kids. A speaker discussing social media concerns event had a young person hand them a hand written note encouraging the speaker to have 'parents' disconnect once in awhile & reconnect with their kids.
Now, I understand that some of you may not need any of these actions, or you use it only as a tool--only as needed, and/or can 'resist' these devices. For those, I say that's great!
Today with all our gadgets, we can get increasingly distracted and that the time actually talking and having a conversation with others has somewhat lessened. Do the significant thing, be grateful & enjoy time together with others. Enjoy a little quiet time, even if it's short, for yourself to enjoy. Hope you'll give it a try.
Merry Christmas & Happy Holiday's everyone!
Regarding Covid-19, We are following recommended guidelines. Wipe down your keyboard & mouse, just as we are. If you are not feeling well or have symptoms
please do not come in. If you are needing service, call us to discuss some options. Keep positive. Our hope is everyone stays healthy & use common sense. Soon
we'll all be on the other side of this.
Interested in Tai Chi?...how about Sat. 9 - 9:30a.m. via Zoom in your own home
Interested in a Tai Chi class, see info below article.
Interested in a Tai Chi class, see info below article.
Merry Christmas
Keep Positive
Keep Positive
Please note holiday hours: We will be closed Tues. Dec. 24 thru holiday weekend