New Outlook Error 080073cf8 New Outlook would not launch, so I tried to uninstall it, But it didn’t uninstall. It would not no matter what I tried. I got the error “You cannot uninstall Outlook” as well. Quick Answer on how I fixed it I typed this in the run line %localappdata%\Microsoft Deleted the OLK […]
Author Archive: Lisa Hendrickson
Lisa Hendrickson is the owner of Call That Girl. She is an Outlook Expert and Microsoft 365 Consultant.
What’s more important? Your stuff or the computer?
Ah, the question is posed yet again. What’s more important? Your data (stuff like pictures, music, taxes…) or your computer itself? I tell everyone that your stuff is way more important than a computer. I’ll explain with a short story.
You buy a computer. Many of our clients bought their first ones in 2003 when prices dropped like flies and you could buy them online easy. Many of our users still have these computers! The computers are starting to age, though, and are getting near the end of life. But those same clients, in all of these 9 years have never backed up their data. Are they lucky? Yes!! Losing your data can happen fast! Ask someone whose computer got zapped by a power outage; the computer is fried and sometimes the data is destroyed. Not all the time, but it has happened. Hard drives can also go bad just because…for no reason!
Backing up your stuff is so inexpensive, it is almost silly not to do it. External hard drives can be as low as $50 for 320 gigs and that can probably get all of your stuff on it. Online back up is a wee bit more at $5.99 a month to get started with 50 gigs. Click on the icon below to try online backup with 2 gigs for free.
Now back to the question, what is more important? A computer nowadays can cost $300 to $500 to replace a basic tower unit. How much are those pictures worth? Yep, they are priceless. Those music collections took years to burn on your computer and who knows how much time. Do yourself a favor and back up today! If you need our help, fill out the form below or call us to get help!
612-865-4475
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Why you should be careful when buying Microsoft Office on the Internet
I’ve had a few clients call in this year with problems with the Office products they purchased online. They either downloaded a pirated version and had to get their money back from their credit card, or they just had tons of issues with the installation causing many other problems.
When most of us need software, we go to our favorite search engine (mine is Google) and type in what we are looking for. Many of us want to save money, because software is expensive! But….if you end up buying a product that is from a site selling illegitimate copies, you will have a few more headaches to deal with as Microsoft will not activate products they do not sell licenses for. As well, 30 days after a purchase, you may have problems. Or, if you try to re-install, you will have problems.
Or you may not and get lucky. I recommend just paying full price; own it and use it as you wish.
Here is an example of a search in Google for “Microsoft Office.” These are the top 4 searches. The top 2 are actual paid ads from Microsoft. The 3rd one down…is a store selling products for WAY CHEAP. I would be leary of buying that product.
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What you can expect with the iPhone 5
If you’re an Apple fan, you’re probably aware that the iPhone 5 is coming out later this month, now set to be released on
September 21st. With the iPhone 4S’s debut being less than a year ago, you’re probably wondering what is so different and special about the iPhone 5. For starters, the new phone is longer, thinner and lighter than the 4S. It will connect to 4G data networks and has a microprocessor that is twice as fast. The iPhone 5 has a third microphone and includes noise-cancelling technology. Siri will be able to tell you sports scores for your favorite teams and the movie listings in your area, too! The phone will have extensive camera features, including a panoramic mode, improved low-light photography, and shoots 720p video, while allowing you to take stills in video mode. Possibly the best part about the iPhone 5 is that it can be purchased for the same price as the 4S, allowing you to get more for your money!
If you need help syncing your email with your new iPhone 5, or any smartphone for that matter, Call That Girl at 612-865-4475 or schedule an appointment!
5 Things You Shouldn’t Do When Surfing the Internet
Here are 5 things you should keep in mind when using the internet.
- Don’t search the web without making sure your anti-virus protection scans regularly. The internet is the main door for viruses to attack your computer.
- DO NOT give out personal info or credit card numbers on un-secured sites. Make sure the URL starts with https:// vs. http://(s being the key thing to look for, meaning secured).
- Pay attention to misspelled URLs, the websites are usually fake and probably contain a virus.
- Don’t use peer-to-peer file sharing websites; they can lead to a variety of problems for you and your computer.
- Don’t go on any inappropriate websites at work, including your own personal Facebook and Twitter accounts (and other social media). Your boss most likely has access to the history of the searches on your computers.
What’s going on in the shop today?
Michael is working on a bunch of computer reloads on the back bench!
9 Great Tech Tips from Call That Girl
Here’s a list of some good tips I’ve come up with over the years that everyone should know!
9 Great Tech Tips from Call That Girl
- Test different laptops in the store before buying one online
- Updates can be found in the lower right corner of your screen in the system tray
- If your phone gets wet, turn it off and pull the battery out immediately! Turn it upside-down and place in rice to absorb the moisture.
- More often than not, Googling and doing a repair on your electronics yourself only costs more in the end.
- Your Outlook email files are saved in a hidden PST file on your computer that CAN be recovered, transferred and backed up.
- Most people keep very important and private information on their computers, so put a password on your computer for a little extra protection!
- Macs can in fact get viruses, so use caution on certain sites and links.
- Do the updates on your computer regularly, and not just your anti-virus! Viruses can sneak through outdated programs such as Java.
- If your cursor seems to jump around the screen a lot and messes up the document you are working on while typing on your laptop, your wrist may be bumping the mouse pad. Turn it off if you don’t use it.