Archive | April, 2010

How To Install A Network Printer

Installing a network printer allows multiple users and computers to share a single printer, rather than having numerous personal printers throughout the home or office. When installing a network printer, make sure it is located in a centralized place so that all users can access it conveniently, then install the software on each machine. You [...]

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Dell Computer Error Codes

Dell Computer Error Codes

Dell computer error codes are a fast way to diagnose problems with your PC. Most computers come with the ability to produce a BIOS beep code when there is a serious hardware problem that prevents Windows from loading normally. Many Dell models have Dell diagnostic codes, as well as additional diagnostic lights to help users [...]

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Dell I/O Front Panel Test

If you are experiencing problems with your Dell computer, you need to first troubleshoot the front I / O panel to confirm the it is good before proceeding to more complex and expensive repairs, such as the power supply or motherboard. The I/O panel contains the switch, a diagnostic LED and sometimes even USB Ports. [...]

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Tips For Troubleshooting Hard Drive

Tips For Troubleshooting Hard Drive

Your hard drive contains all of your important data, like the Windows Operating System, pictures, music, and other data you do not want to lose. Keeping track of the health of your hdd is a dubious chore. Unfortunately, most people do not realize there is a problem before it’s too late and they lose all [...]

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Develop Good Computer Security Habits

Develop Good Computer Security Habits

Computer security is something we all need to consider. With email spam, phishing schemes and viruses on the rise, PC users need to know how to protect their data and privacy. Learn more about phishing, email, antivirus and other tips in this article written to help make users more aware of the increasing dangers of [...]

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Malicious Software Removal Tool

Malicious Software Removal Tool

Microsoft provides a tool to help clean computers that have been infected by specific viruses or malware. The Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool is used to remove these infections, not to prevent them. In the past, viruses like Sasser and Blaster would spread quickly among PCs that were not patched or protected by antivirus or firewalls. [...]

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How To Create A Secure Password

How To Create A Secure Password

It’s not enough to use passwords. Some PC users will pick a password they like and can remember and use that password for the rest of their lives. This is not a safe password policy, even if that password is tough to crack. Instead, we need to look at how often we change our passwords [...]

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How to Disable Autorun

Autorun is a feature in Windows that is meant as a convenience. A lot of times it is, but more often than not it become a hassle, as users do not always want to launch a CD or thumbdrive just becuase they put it in the computer. Aside from that, it is a fast way [...]

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