IMPORTANT! PRO is no longer providing computer repair services to the residential market.

Why should you upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 10?

Why should you upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 10? Are you still using Windows 7, and love it? Is it the old friend that you don’t want to let go of to make room to a new version that is unknown and different? Many people are facing the upgrade since Windows 7 will no

What is the difference between malware and viruses?

Difference between Malware and Viruses When most people think of an infected computer, their brain screams “VIRUS!”. That is usually not the case, and almost all the infected computers that are brought to our shop do not have a virus. Most affected computers, instead, have a case of the malwares. What is the main difference?

IP-addressing Simply Explained

IP-addressing Simply Explained IP-addressing sits at the heart of networking. We have currently been using IPv4 (the acronym stands for Internet Protocol version 4), but since all the addresses are running out quickly, we will be switching over to IPv6 in the future. So what are they? Let’s look a little deeper into what the

Most popular RAID levels explained

Most popular RAID levels explained You have probably heard the term SSD or Solid State Drive before. So what is it exactly and how does it compare to the regular hard drive? The term “RAID” gets thrown around a lot and it might sound pretty complex. Believe me—it is not, and you can become fluent

Hard Drive vs Solid State Drive

Hard Drive vs Solid State Drive You have probably heard the term SSD or Solid State Drive before. So what is it exactly and how does it compare to the regular hard drive? Hard Disk Drives If you open up a hard drive, you will see a big, circular and shiny platter. It’s invisible to

PRO NO LONGER PROVIDES NON-BUSINESS COMPUTER REPAIR SERVICES

As of April 2022, after almost 20 years of servicing Chicago residents with in-shop and on-site services, PRO is now exclusively servicing small businesses and nonprofit organizations with their IT needs.

We thank you all for your support throughout the years 💖