Kip's Computer Consulting, LLC.
SERVING SOUTHERN OHIO SINCE 1996

Tip of the Month

Previous Tips:

Be cautious when looking for a free antivirus program, there are many viruses and spyware programs that appear to be antivirus software.

To protect your computer use an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) also known as a battery back-up surge protector. If you don't use a surge protector; you risk voiding your warranty.

Password Security:  The goal is to balance the risk of weak passwords with "user memory" problems associated with strong passwords. According to a recent study, the time to crack a password utilizing easy to obtain tools is:

Password Length Combo: Uppercase, Lowercase, and Special Characters Lowercase Only
3 characters 0.86 seconds .02 seconds
4 characters 1.36 minutes .046 seconds
5 characters 2.15 hours 11.9 seconds
6 characters 8.51 days 5.15 minutes
7 characters 2.21 years 2.23 hours
8 characters 2.10 centuries 2.42 days

When cleaning your screens, never spray directly on the screen. Always use an approved screen cleaner.
7065 Yockey Rd. ·Georgetown, OH 45121 ·(937) 446-4234