Tech Tips & Comics

Helpful advice, tech news, and a little humor from your local IT expert

The Art of Impossible: Hackers and Magicians — Two Kinds of Black Hat

The Art of Impossible: Hackers and Magicians

I wear two black hats. As a hacker and magician since the 90s, I finally put in writing what I've always known — these are the same art form, just a different medium.

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Comic: Grandma calls grandson about broken computer, Amador IT comes to the rescue

You Don't Have to Call Your Grandkids for Tech Help

Something wrong with your computer? You shouldn't have to feel like a burden. Local, patient help is just a phone call away.

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Comic: Man frustrated trying to remember password, surrounded by sticky notes - Call Amador IT

Stop Forgetting Passwords — The Simple Way to Manage Them All

Sticky notes, notebooks, "password123" — there's a better way. Here's how to manage all your passwords without losing your mind.

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Computer screen with fake virus warning popups - Don't call the number

Don't Call the Number on That Popup — It's a Scam

Those scary popups saying your computer is infected? They're fake. Every time. Here's how to spot them and what to do instead.

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Gold Rush vs Parking Spot - Finding parking in Ione is like striking gold

Striking Gold in Ione

"I found color!" vs "I found a parking spot!" Some things never change in Gold Country - finding that perfect spot is still worth celebrating.

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Super Bowl Buffering Disaster - Family watching game with BUFFERING on screen

Super Bowl Buffering Disaster

NOOO! NOT DURING THE WINNING TOUCHDOWN! Don't let buffering ruin your big game. Tech tips and Super Bowl history inside.

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The Story of Amador IT Podcast

The Story of Amador IT

When enterprise-level expertise meets small-town community. The Deep Dive explores the journey from Silicon Valley to rural Amador County.

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Why Local IT Support Matters - Amador IT Video

Why Local IT Support Matters for Your Small Business

Watch our video explaining why local IT support makes all the difference for small businesses in Amador County.

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AI Generated Funk Song - Amador IT

I Made a Funk Song with AI

I had way too much fun with AI music generators. Here's what I learned about how AI is changing creative work for everyone.

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Santa at computer - Naughty Nice list deleted, restore from backup - Christmas Backup Comic

Santa's Backup Disaster

Even Santa needs a backup plan! When the Naughty/Nice list goes missing, there's only one solution: Restore from backup!

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The Grinch hacking Santa's computer - How the Grinch Hacked Christmas

How the Grinch Hacked Christmas

HO HO NOPE! 404: Christmas Not Found. Don't let cyber-grinches steal YOUR Christmas this holiday season!

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Cybersecurity for Small Businesses

Cybersecurity for Small Businesses: A Practical Guide

43% of cyberattacks target small businesses. Learn essential security measures to protect your business from hackers, ransomware, and data breaches.

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Hacker turkey deleting database - No Backups Comic

The Only Thing Worse Than No Leftovers? No Backups.

Don't let your precious data become another victim of fowl play. Learn the 3-2-1 backup rule!

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Turkey biting internet cable - When Your Internet Goes Cold Turkey

When Your Internet Goes Cold Turkey

Nothing ruins Thanksgiving faster than "The Wi-Fi's not working!" Quick fixes and holiday tech tips inside.

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Thanksgiving Tech Comic

Happy Thanksgiving from Amador IT!

Don't Let Some Turkey Compromise Your Data!

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Thanksgiving Tech Comic

Computer Running Hot?

May Be Time For A Cooling Upgrade!

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Computer Warning Signs

5 Signs Your Computer Needs Professional Help

Don't wait for a complete crash! Learn the 5 warning signs your computer needs professional repair before it's too late.

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Time To Call Amador IT!

Don't wait for things to blow up in your face!

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Managed IT Services

Why Your Small Business Needs Managed IT Services

Learn how managed IT services save Amador County small businesses time and money with proactive support and predictable costs.

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Computer Trouble?

Let Amador IT Tame The Wild Beast!

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How to Choose a Web Designer

How to Choose a Web Designer for Your Business

Learn what to look for in a web designer, questions to ask, and red flags to avoid when getting a website for your business.

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