#ComputerTips

Here at Great Computer Deals, we're all about teaching technology in a way that makes sense to everyone. Our owner Josh Osborne offers a monthly blog here on this website. We hope you enjoy these topical and helpful articles designed to help you better understand computers and smartphones and also keep you safe from the many dangers affecting our customers. The best computer user is an educated one!

Also, keep an eye out for a Josh's "Quick Tutorial" video series on Pahrump's KPVM TV Channel 25 and the "Tech Tips with Josh" article in the Pahrump Life Magazine.

Quick Tutorial - Do You Need an Anti-Virus?

For many people, the free Microsoft Defender protection already built into Windows may be all they need. But depending on how you use your computer, a paid antivirus could provide additional features and protection worth considering. In this Quick Tutorial, Josh explains the difference and helps you decide which type of user you are: 💻 Casual user who may be fine with free Windows Defender 🛡️ User who may benefit from a paid antivirus option ⚠️ What antivirus can — and can’

3 days ago1 min read

Quick Tutorial - Game Show Edition Ep. 6

🎮 How Good Is Your Internet Safety Knowledge? Play along with our special Game Show Edition and test your knowledge of scams, online safety, fake tech support, suspicious pop-ups, and more! 💻 Great Computer Deals makes technology simple with friendly advice and no confusing tech talk. Visit our Pahrump retail store for computers, repairs, upgrades, and friendly one-on-one help. 🌐 More Videos & Computer Help: www.GreatComputerDeals.com 👍 Like & subscribe for more easy-to-u

Sep 241 min read

Quick Tutorial - HD Drive Vs Solid State Drive

💾 Solid-State Drive (SSD) vs. Traditional Hard Drive — What’s the Difference? Is your computer still using an old-fashioned spinning hard drive? In this video, we explain the differences between a Solid-State Drive (SSD) and a traditional Hard Disk Drive (HDD) and which one may be the better choice for your computer. 💻 Great Computer Deals makes technology simple with friendly advice and no confusing tech talk! Visit our Pahrump retail store for computers, repairs, upgrades

Sep 81 min read

Quick Tutorial - Free Vs Paid Email Service

📧 Paid Email vs. Free Email — Which Is Better? Should you pay for an email service, or is a free email account all you really need? In this video, we break down the pros and cons of paid vs. free email and help you decide which option makes the most sense for you. 💻 Great Computer Deals makes technology simple with friendly advice and no confusing tech talk! Visit our Pahrump retail store for computers, repairs, upgrades, and friendly one-on-one help. 🌐 More Videos & Compu

Sep 81 min read