Assistive Technology

There has been a lot of emphasis on disaster recovery over the past few years for businesses on a global scale. Company owners understand the importance of backing up their data with millions still making the mistake of storing their back up drives in their office safe. In the event […]

Custom PC is the UK’s leading magazine concerning computer hardware. Published by Dennis Publishing Ltd., the first issue hit stands in the summer of 2003. This monthly computer magazine is currently edited by Ben Hardwidge and is usually abbreviated as ‘CPC’. It is aimed at PC hardware enthusiasts, gamers, and […]

Data loss can occur in any number of ways. From fire to human error, customers and clients turn to you to for guidance. You would like to advise your clients as to how they can minimize data loss and lead them down the road to recovery. The following scenarios outline […]

Computers are made of different components or parts, collectively known as PC hardware. Some of the main hardware PC units include CPU, mouse, display screen monitor, hard disk, keyboard, CD drive, etc. You can buy a computer from a branded company or purchase an assembled model through a professional computer […]

Often, important data is stored in reliable RAID systems. The primary reason is that raid systems are used as they are more fault-tolerant. In other words, it is easy to configure RAID systems while the system is still running. The failing drives can be replaced without shutting down the entire […]

Unlike other electronic devices, computer is the sum of its parts. Nobody cares about the specifications and make of the picture tube of a particular brand of television. But in the case of computers, more than the brand name the specifications of its components like processor, motherboard, RAM, hard disk, […]

When the drive is damaged physically. One of the most common reasons for data loss is physical damage. A simple manufacturing defect, or external influences such as shock, dust or power surges may cause internal damage. Anti-static discharge or ESD is also another common cause of failure. Physical damage will […]

Data loss is a tragedy that every computer user has to suffer from at least once a couple of years. This issue is frightening and disgusting. In this article, we are going to take a look at 5 common causes of data loss and the precautions that you should take. […]

Are you aware of the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? Signed into law on July 26 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act is a wide-ranging legislation intended to make American Society more accessible to people with disabilities. What does this act mean to you? As the owner […]

External hard drives are prone to all sorts of data loss scenarios, from taking an impact to coffee spills. So if your hard drive isn’t functioning, follow these simple steps. Check the power supply. Is the drive spinning and sounding normal? Clicking or scratching indicates a catastrophic failure. Don’t try […]

The hard drives are prone to breakage, and the data stored in them could be lost. Some common reasons that cause data loss are as follows: The hard drive component can be faulty and can break, which will lead to data loss. This mechanical failure can lead to damage to […]