Go to the ACC Blog for condensed tech tips, most of them very useful! Main tip (STILL!): Back Up! Also many other tips related to common computer and tech device glitches that have been dealt with over the years..Some other links:
Microsoft's free antivirus/antimalware for home and small business users. Doesn't expire as Avast and others do, good basic antivirus/antimalware.
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware, free or paid, one of the best tools for getting rid of "scareware" and other malware that most antiviruses can't handle.
Windows Live Mesh, syncs up to 5gb of data between pc's, Macs, and other devices. Also see
Windows Live Sky Drive (25gb data storage) and Dropbox.
Dropbox also works with Linux and Macs as well as smartphones. 2gb storage for free, additional space for referrals. Future domain for Atwater Computer Consulting,
NorthBayIT.com, in process now.