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Why it's so important to not forget your Microsoft Account password

23 November, 2018

I recently had dealings with Microsoft on behalf of a customer that I can only describe as disgraceful and disappointing. The customer in question was an elderly lady with Parkinson's disease. She had been the victim of a crypto-virus attack, and I had no alternative other than ....

Only Windows 10 from the middle of next year

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4 November, 2015

This will not please a lot of my customers, but it had to happen…

Windows 8.1 Installation Media Creation Tool

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27 January, 2015

OK, so similar to our last Blog Post about a Microsoft Website…

Create a Windows 7 installation disk using the Microsoft Software Recovery website

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24 January, 2015

Well here is a handy website to know about. I don't know how…

Microsoft Office Comparisons

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26 September, 2014

Usually when we build a new computer, or supply a new Laptop,…

How to remove a Rootkit Virus

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24 July, 2014

I recently had a Laptop in the workshop that had a particularly…

How to Refresh, Reset, or Restore your Windows 8 PC

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16 May, 2014

Windows 8 has Enhanced System Restore capabilities. Not…

Is Windows 8 really that bad?

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12 July, 2013

Well the short answer to that question is No. Those of you…

One year before XP's forced retirement

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14 April, 2013

Did you know that in less than a years time, Microsoft will cease…

Safer Internet Browsing

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6 March, 2013

Well I've come to the conclusion that if people want a safer…

Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 7

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28 February, 2013

Microsoft has just officially released Internet Explorer 10 for…

Adobe Patches Exploit in Acrobat and Reader

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22 February, 2013

Adobe has released a critical update to users of their Reader…

Spotty Dog Computer Services

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Matt Johnston

04:08 26 Jun 18

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Joanne Prescott

02:42 28 Jun 18

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20:51 27 Jun 18

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John Geary

02:26 24 Jun 18

Ian has been our computer Technician for at least 15years. He is knowledgeable and efficient at his work. We email him and get a response within 24hours. In the last 15 years we have purchased and had Ian build a number of computers for us. We have always found him to be prompt and friendly.read more

Beatrice Mckeown

11:00 22 Jun 18

Iain has been my go to man for some years now. He has built two computers for me and sorted out problems with two others. I have always found him to be so helpful and so willing to do more than I ask of him. I thoroughly recommend Spotty Dog Computer Services.read more

Leigh Pearson

05:29 31 Jul 18

I've been dealing with Spotty Dog Computer Services for as long as I can remember. Probably around 18 years. Iain has supplied us with several Laptops and Computers over the years, and has assisted us with any IT issues along the way. I would happily recommend him for any computer related problems.read more

Amanda Mernin

06:26 20 Feb 19

Great service, great advice, value for money.

Andre Wium

05:32 09 Sep 19

Very helpful advice, and my problem was sorted out on the spot (pun intended) :-) It was the classic recovery of data on a hard drive when the computer won't start up. Thank you for helping me out of a sticky situation.read more

Andre Wium

05:32 09 Sep 19

Ron Lloyd

00:56 26 Sep 19

It was time for a new computer and I came across Iain's business after a google search. I have since purchased my new computer from Iain and have been nothing short of impressed with his business ethic, professionalism, expertise and realistic prices. My new computer is simply fantastic and Iain didn't try to sell me anything I didn't need (he even provided me with free advice over the phone). We run a small business and have now chosen to have Iain attend to any future computer repairs or sales.read more

Adam Woodland

22:15 18 Feb 20

A custom built machine, fast customer service, fast build, works great. No complaints from me!

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I recently had dealings with Microsoft on behalf of a customer that I can only describe as disgraceful and disappointing. The customer in question was an elderly lady with Parkinson’s disease. She had been the victim of a crypto-virus attack, and I had no alternative other than ….
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Spotty Dog Computer Services

5.0

Matt Johnston

04:08 26 Jun 18

Joanne Prescott

02:42 28 Jun 18

Neal Bolam

20:51 27 Jun 18

John Geary

02:26 24 Jun 18

Beatrice Mckeown

11:00 22 Jun 18

Leigh Pearson

05:29 31 Jul 18

Amanda Mernin

06:26 20 Feb 19

Great service, great advice, value for money.

Andre Wium

05:32 09 Sep 19

Andre Wium

05:32 09 Sep 19

Ron Lloyd

00:56 26 Sep 19

Adam Woodland

22:15 18 Feb 20

A custom built machine, fast customer service, fast build, works great. No complaints from me!

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Why it's so important to not forget your Microsoft Account password

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