Tech Insights

ErlenTek Teaches about Remote Tech Scams.

Is That "IT Support" Tech Real? How Scammers Us...

Think you're getting help? Tech support scammers are weaponizing legitimate remote access tools like AnyDesk to gain control of your PC. Learn how to spot these scams and why a...

Is That "IT Support" Tech Real? How Scammers Us...

Think you're getting help? Tech support scammers are weaponizing legitimate remote access tools like AnyDesk to gain control of your PC. Learn how to spot these scams and why a...

SSDs at ErlenTek for upgrading older PCs and laptops.

How to Upgrade Your PC to an SSD - When It's Ac...

Upgrading to an SSD is often the most impactful performance improvement for an aging PC. However, with recent hardware price increases, it's vital to assess Windows 11 compatibility and total...

How to Upgrade Your PC to an SSD - When It's Ac...

Upgrading to an SSD is often the most impactful performance improvement for an aging PC. However, with recent hardware price increases, it's vital to assess Windows 11 compatibility and total...

PS5 Overheating? Why 'Canned Air' Isn’t Enough for Your Console in Auburn

PS5 Overheating? Why 'Canned Air' Isn’t Enough ...

If your PS5 is shutting down mid-game, "canned air" is just a band-aid. We dive into the real causes of console overheating—like liquid metal oxidation—and why professional cleaning is the...

PS5 Overheating? Why 'Canned Air' Isn’t Enough ...

If your PS5 is shutting down mid-game, "canned air" is just a band-aid. We dive into the real causes of console overheating—like liquid metal oxidation—and why professional cleaning is the...

ErlenTek VPN access recommendations for home users in South King County

VPNs: Marketing Hype vs. Digital Reality - Do Y...

Most people don't need a VPN for home use. Between built-in HTTPS encryption and the "speed tax" on your high-speed fiber, find out why that monthly subscription might be a...

VPNs: Marketing Hype vs. Digital Reality - Do Y...

Most people don't need a VPN for home use. Between built-in HTTPS encryption and the "speed tax" on your high-speed fiber, find out why that monthly subscription might be a...

The 2026 PC Buyer’s Guide: Spec It Right, Buy It Once

The 2026 PC Buyer’s Guide: Spec It Right, Buy I...

Don't get stuck with a slow computer or soldered RAM. Our 2026 guide covers everything from Intel Ultra and Ryzen 9000 series specs to the "BitLocker trap" and how to...

The 2026 PC Buyer’s Guide: Spec It Right, Buy I...

Don't get stuck with a slow computer or soldered RAM. Our 2026 guide covers everything from Intel Ultra and Ryzen 9000 series specs to the "BitLocker trap" and how to...

ErlenTek installing PCIe 4.0 SSD into motherboard

The $125 Fix vs. The $1200 Replacement: Making ...

A sudden drop in speed doesn't always mean you need a new PC. We break down the real costs of professional diagnostics and M.2 SSD upgrades versus buying a $1,200...

The $125 Fix vs. The $1200 Replacement: Making ...

A sudden drop in speed doesn't always mean you need a new PC. We break down the real costs of professional diagnostics and M.2 SSD upgrades versus buying a $1,200...