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Configuring e-mail ranked as the largest PC repair problem during 2007 nationally, according to My Computer Works, and Fort Lauderdale computer repair firms who deal with this on a daily basis can certainly attest to that figure.

Having e-mail configuration issues? It goes without saying that you're not alone if so. The same is true of other common computer woes.

Percentage-wise, e-mail issues and configuration problems constituted a substantial 33 percent or more of computer repair calls during the calendar year.

Tied for second were Internet connectivity issues and Internet Explorer / Windows issues (such as, but not limited to, pop-up blocker malfunctions, trouble accessing websites, security settings) at 17 percent apiece.

Another pair of problems our Fort Lauderdale computer repair experts see more than their fair share of - malware infections and the (increasingly frequent) generally slow computer - are tied for fourth with 15 percent apiece.

Some general tips Broward computer services recommend in order to maintain the speed and optimize the performance of your PC or Mac ...

• Keep updated anti-virus and spyware/malware software on the system.
• Back up important files every week.
• Reboot the computer every day.
• Actually clean the keyboard and fan vents.
• Nix old e-mails, especially if there are attachments.
• Remove unneeded applications that often come with a new PC.
• Regularly use Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup.
• Keep a separate, Internet-based e-mail account to use specifically for offers from stores and businesses to reduce spam on your hard drive.