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Chris Pirillo: Build Your Own PC vs A Pre-Built PC?

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When I opened up the virtual floor for your questions (as announced on http://www.facebook.com/chrispirillo and http://twitter.com/ChrisPirillo if you’re not already following me there): one of you asked this question. What’s the value in building your own computer versus getting one off-the-shelf, pre-built?

My PCs seem to be happier if I let someone else assemble and mitigate issues before I have to face them. Sometimes, I just need to save time in life – not waste it.

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PC Pitstop Newsletter – November 2010

  • How Good is Online Backup?
  • The Danger of Registry Cleaners
  • Keep Your PC Safe Online
  • When PC Clean Up Goes Bad
  • Avoid Corrupt File Messages
  • McAfee Problems
  • The Free Satellite TV on PC Scam
  • Switching Browers
  • Please ‘Like’ Us on Facebook
  • Malware Minute-Search Posion
  • Tip 1 – Windows Parental Controls
  • Tip 2 – Caps Lock Warning
  • Tip 3 – Guide to Proper Case Airflow
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    Bits from Bill Pytlovany: Beware over ambitious clean up programs

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    By Bill Pytlovany

    Last month I wrote about problems caused by the security company McAfee. An update from McAfee falsely accused my WinPatrol program of being a dangerous Trojan. A slow response from McAfee cost some business but mostly hurt our reputation for over a week.  I’ve had a number of people ask me how things were going since this annoying experience.

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    PC Pitstop Newsletter – October 2010 #3

  • Windows 8 On the Way
  • Malware Minute-Stay Safe Online
  • Staying Connected on the Road
  • MSFT Security Essentials – Good Enough?
  • Best of Bill- Your New PC
  • What is in Your Dock?
  • 2 Cool Gadgets & a Bass Rant
  • Best Android Ever?
  • Submit Your Tips
  • Tekzilla Tip- 1 Click Fast Search
  • Tip 1 – Windows Auto Logon
  • Tip 2 – How to Calibrate Your PC Display
  • Tip 3 – How to Secure Your PC
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