Tag: New Zealand
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Romance Scams in 2023
Hey, Geek fans, with Valentine’s Day just around the corner it’s the month of love! Which means some of us will be craving some extra TLC this February! With social media and online dating, it is easier than ever to find romantic connections with people from all over the world! But, along with convenience, connecting…
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Common NZ scams 2023
Happy New Year Geeks! At Geeks on Wheels, we’re hoping 2023 will be the year of stress-free web surfing and scam-smart Kiwis! In 2022, New Zealanders lost around $35 million to scams. That’s why in this blog we’re going to show you 3 examples of common scams circling around Kiwi’s tech, that way you’ll be…
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Upgrading from Windows 8.1
Kia Ora Geeks, as many of you may know, Windows 8.1, reached its end of life on January 10, 2023. So, what does this mean? The main impact is that Microsoft will no longer be providing updates or support for the operating system. As well as this, users may be vulnerable to security risks and…
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Internet Safety for Kids
Kids are spending more time on technology these days, especially during school breaks when they have more free time. While the internet can be a fun place, it also has its dangers. As a parent or caregiver, you’ll want your kids to surf the web safely. That’s why we’ve put together a few internet safety…
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The Best Christmas Apps For 2022
Merry Christmas, Geeks! Festive songs are on repeat and it’s officially the silly season. But here at Geeks on Wheels, we’re still keeping technology in the limelight, which is why this month, we’re looking at some of the best Christmas apps for 2022. We’ve got some for the kids, and some for you as well!…
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Tech Christmas Gift Ideas With Sustainable Options!
Kia ora, Geeks! This month we’re counting down the sleeps and prepping for Christmas. One of the best ways to get sorted is by organising all your Christmas shopping early, so, we’ve picked out some of our favourite Christmas tech gift ideas for 2022. Christmas should be a fun and exciting break, with plenty of…
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The best 2FA authenticator apps for 2022
Howdy, Geeks! Did you know that October is Cyber Security Awareness month? So, this month we’re covering ways to improve your cyber security through two-factor authentication (2FA) and its different security method options. In particular, we’re going to focus on the security method, third-party authenticator apps. Two-factor authentication has become a common and practical method…
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Free steps you can take to stay safer online
Hi Geeks! We talk about cyber security a lot, but we also can’t stress enough how important it is. That’s why this month we’re giving you some of our best free cyber tips on how to stay safe online. Even better, some of the best ways to stay safe without spending anything! Cyber security is…
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Apps for spring activities in New Zealand’s great outdoors
Welcome to spring, Geeks! We’re celebrating the warmer weather this month with a focus on tech and apps that help you make the most of the outdoors. If you haven’t seen it yet, be sure to check out our blog on the best tech. Read on to learn more about the best apps for the…
