General
GeekPolice is a computer novice and enthusiast website. Specifically, a computer technical support forum and security website where people around the world gather to discuss problems and discover new knowledge.
Staffed completely by volunteers who donate their time and expertise to helping others, GeekPolice is geared towards providing free computer technical support for members. Yes you read it right, it's all free! With specialized Tech Staffs assigned to each technical support forum category, we assure you that your computer is safe in our hands.
Content
GeekPolice is also an online reservoir of resources where a wide range of Windows tutorials and tips are freely available for computer users of all experience levels. Not forgetting the new Windows 7 Tutorials too. Technology today is growing faster than we could imagine, to keep up with today's technology, we have a Technology News section with news that will interest our members and visitors.
Computer Security
We also have a huge database of Malware Removal Guides where visitors and members can find removal information for common malware. For malware research enthusiasts, we have a database of Malware URLs where you can get the latest malware samples.
Entertainment Lounge
Apart from computers, we provide other content too! Check out our Digital Art section to showcase your graphics or to download stunning wallpapers. There is also a Entertainment Lounge to entertain you with thousands of captivating videos, pictures and jokes. In addition, have a chat with other members in the Talk sections.
Tech Blog
On 7th November 2009 we launched the GeekPolice technology blog called Tech.GeekPolice. It's aim is to provide exclusive news unveiled from the blogosphere. The published news focuses on the social media industry, or news which most people would find interesting.
Traffic Facts
We serve over 300,000 unique visitors and 700,000 page loads monthly according to Google Analytics. More than 45,000 people has registered with us, and over 170 people joining us daily. In addition to that, our twitter page has over 82,000 followers.
Launch
GeekPolice was officially launched on the 1st of July 2008.
Management
GeekPolice is run by volunteers, here they are:
Doctor Inferno is the head administrator in charge of the administrative issues such as the development of the site, the marketing and other behind-the-scenes job. The answering of technical support questions is also done by him. He writes articles, tutorials and malware removal guides to boost the visitor traffic.
Agent Cosmic works behind the scenes and is in charge of the development of the site, the designing and coding, mainly CSS, HTML and Javascript. He also contributes fun content to the forums which makes members come back for a regular visit.
Belahzur is in charge of the biggest the forum here - Virus, Spyware & Malware Removal. He has been with us ever since the site started and has been ever consistent and committed in his job. Belahzur is also a teacher at GeekPolice Academy.
Origin helps fight against Malware has the same duties as Belahzur. He helps in the Virus, Spyware & Malware Removal forums. His presence us to provide quicker support for the over whelming number of people coming in for help.DragonMaster Jay is a malware researcher at Comodo who joined us recently. Like Origin and Belahzur, he helps out in the Virus, Spyware & Malware Removal forum. With him around, we can provide quicker support to our members. DragonMaster Jay is also a teacher at GeekPolice Academy.Safan provides breaking news from the technology world to keep members and visitors updated with the latest technology trends. He also helps to moderates certain forums and keep things in order.
Milestones
2008
- 1 July - Official launch of GeekPolice.net
- 2 December - 1000 Members.
2009
- 30 May - We started using Twitter to post technology news updates.
- 16 June - We started our Facebook fan page.
- 2 July - 10,000 members.
- 31 August - 20,000 members.
- 7 November - Launch of GeekPolice's technology blog.
- 10 November - 30,000 members.
- 21 November - 100,000 forum posts.
- 27 November - Launch of GeekPolice shop; Skuq.
- 18 December - Launch of GeekPolice Academy.
Server
Here is the overview of our server's information using Softlayer technology:
Operating System: Linux
Web Server: Apache 2.0/2.2
Languages: PHP 5
Databases: MySQL
If you are new here check out our New Members Guide on how to get started.