Home Computer Network

Does your home computer network operate correctly? If you haven’t checked it recently, perhaps you don’t know for sure. This is probably a good time to get out the owner’s manual and find out how to run a systems check. If it has been a while since one was done, or if you have never performed a checking process, your equipment is overdue. 1. Read through the operator’s manual to see how to perform the checkpoint procedures. If you are not sure about one of the applications, contact the manufacturer or call a customer service representative at your local computer store dealer. Even if you did not buy your equipment there, chances are that someone will be able to answer your questions. 2. Run the checking operations, one at a time. Be sure to follow the directions exactly. If you don’t get the prompt that you believe should be there, tell a customer service representative at the Website or company address where you purchased the computer. He or she should be able to talk you through the process. 3. Write down any unusual prompts or failures of the checking system. Don’t rely on your memory to report these accurately when you contact a customer

service representative. Having the exact wording or code number if front of you or enclosing it in your email message will be very helpful in addressing the problem. Make a point of checking your computer network’s security system as soon as possible. A delay could lead to disaster if a hacker takes control of your hardware and destroys your valuable and confidential information. Act today—before it is too late! It can often be more than just an annoyance if you can’t use your computer due to a hacker, especially if you use your computer for business purposes at home. Losing a few days’ worth of work could mean a loss of income, as you try to get your computer back in working order.