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Build Your Own Computer
Friday, July 31st, 2009 | Computers |
H3>Build Your Own Computer If I cand do it so can you Written by: George W. Cannata I'm eighty-one years old and I bought my first computer six years ago. When I bought it I hardly knew how to turn it on. I consider myself still a Newbie as I've barely scratched the surface of computer technology. I have succesfully built about a dozen computers for family friends and myself. I even sold a couple of them. Building a computer doesn't require a high degree of technical skill, however it does ...› Continue reading
In Computer Memory what is CAS Latency?
Thursday, July 30th, 2009 | Computers |
This is the question we are asked more than any other question. So, I figured I'd put together a bulletin containing my $0.02 worth! First of all, what is CAS? "CAS" is short for "Column Address Strobe". A DRAM memory can be thought of as a matrix, kind of like a spreadsheet with memory cells instead of numbers and formulas. Like the spreadsheet, each cell has a row address and a column address (like "AA57" or "R23C34" in the spreadsheet). As you might have guessed, there is also a RAS signal, ...› Continue reading
Data Backup Solution
Wednesday, July 29th, 2009 | Computers |
In the first part of this article series, I talked about the three main threats to the data on your computer. I talked about the need for a data backup solution that protects your data properly. In this article, I'll outline the most common data backup solution options available to you. A simple data backup solution A simple way to backup your data is to save everything to CD. By burning your vital information to a CD-ROM, you can have another copy of your data if something goes wrong with your ...› Continue reading
General Errors That Destroy Computer Work At Home
Tuesday, July 28th, 2009 | Computers |
Copyright (c) 2009 Kha Ton When doing computer work from home you have to be accurate and you have to work at a steady pace. Otherwise you find yourself re-doing things and never actually making money. There are some familiar mistakes that destroy computer work from home and pull people back out into the workplace. 1. There are people who still have a dial up Internet connection. You must make the switch right away if you live in an area where high-speed Internet is available. You just can't ...› Continue reading
How To Prevent Unwanted Windows Programs From Loading At System
Monday, July 27th, 2009 | Computers |
We all have them in our system tray, programs that load up and use precious memory resources and take up valuable space on your taskbar. Some of them you need, but most you can do without. Take charge and clean them out. Some of the kinder and well written programs are configurable and allow you to change the settings that starts them up. If this option is available, then this is the best approach. There are, however, many programs that do not give you the choice and no matter how many times ...› Continue reading
GoldenSeal- A Small Business Software
Sunday, July 26th, 2009 | Computers |
It is a integrated accounting software estimating software and business management software for windows and macintosh computers. It is complete business management software and does different things like accounting, cost estimation, project management and business management. This accounting software is not just a book keeping software and provides helps in various business activities. It has simple and easy interface which helps in running different features without any problem. ...› Continue reading
Properties of the Windows Recycle Bin
Saturday, July 25th, 2009 | Computers |
The properties of the Windows Recycle Bin might not concern you as much if you have a very large hard drive. Hard drives with very large storage capacity are becoming more affordable. However, many people still use relatively small hard drives with limited storage space and this information could be very beneficial for them. I would even venture to say that it truly does not matter how much space you have on your hard drive, the Recycle Bin will come into play at one time or another. Files are ...› Continue reading
Advancements in Networking Hardware and Computer Peripherals
Friday, July 24th, 2009 | Computers |
In this era of computers, there is hardly any household without a personal computer at home. Computers are now believed to be the solution to all daily works that one needs to search for. Life has been much better than before with all your needs being fulfilled at yours arms distance. The electronic market is booming with hundreds of latest technology computer peripherals being launched and sold in short spans of time. With quick advancements in technology, the size and the price of the ...› Continue reading
How to Use Windows XP "System Restore"
Thursday, July 23rd, 2009 | Computers |
Well, we all have been there. We turn on our computer (boot up) getting ready to type that school report, or business presentation and guess what, our computer just does not want to work today. Whether it's the word processor, spreadsheet, or financial package that isn't working, most people do not know that Microsoft Windows XP has a built in feature that just may come and save the day. That feature is called "System Restore." Basically, System Restore is like a little hound that runs behind ...› Continue reading
How to buy a laptop - buyers guide notes
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009 | Computers |
Laptops are always a difficult thing to buy because there is such a wide choice and so many different prices and then there's the technical specifications to get your head around.. nightmare! So here's some ideas from the technical side of things, these are the main things that you want to think about: Disk Drive ----------- Usually referred to as 'HDD' (hard disk drive). This is where all your stuff is stored - emails, office documents, photos, music, movies etc and of course all your software ...› Continue reading
Data Recovery And Hard Disk Information Retrieval - A Complete Review.
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009 | Computers |
Recently my hard drive crashed, hey I don't mean that windows decided to be bitchy and make me reinstall it - Anyways it's really been a long time since I've been idiot enough to run Microsoft programs, thanks very much! Well I mean that my hard drive, spinning away quietly at speedy away irreverently, which all of a sudden emits a scratchy, screeching sound that can only be described as sickening, and immediately wiping out vast swathes of data like some primordial plague lord reaper scorching ...› Continue reading
Why Do I Need Anti Virus Software For My Computer?
Monday, July 20th, 2009 | Computers |
If you've recently purchased a computer, or are just learning about using email and the internet, you may have heard about computer viruses and anti-virus software. You may be wondering if this is something that you should be concerned about, and if so, what you should do about it. This article will attempt to answer these questions for you. First, you may be wondering just what a computer virus is. Basically a computer virus is one of many types of small programs that install themselves on ...› Continue reading
Event Planning Software
Sunday, July 19th, 2009 | Computers |
When you enter the world of event planning, the one thing you realize very quickly is that flexibility is a necessity. Your event planning software will need to track appointments you have set, events you are planning, your journal or diary entries you are writing, projects you are working on, and the tasks on your to-do list. In this beginner's guide article series, you will receive insights into each of these categories and some productive ways to use them. First, let's take a look at ...› Continue reading
How to Fix iPod Hardware Problems
Saturday, July 18th, 2009 | Technology |
Ok, so iPods are probably some of the most popular MP3 players in known existence. Problem is, they're also really delicate, prone to scratches, and rarely do people buy the extended warranties(which is a bad idea to not get these buy the way). If you're anything like me, you got your iPod as a gift and forgot to get that extended warranty and beyond the point where that warranty is still purchasable(typically up to a year after purchase), you break it. Here's a short guide on how to fix some ...› Continue reading
How to buy a laptop - buyers guide notes
Friday, July 17th, 2009 | Computers |
Laptops are always a difficult thing to buy because there is such a wide choice and so many different prices and then there's the technical specifications to get your head around.. nightmare! So here's some ideas from the technical side of things, these are the main things that you want to think about: Disk Drive ----------- Usually referred to as 'HDD' (hard disk drive). This is where all your stuff is stored - emails, office documents, photos, music, movies etc and of course all your software ...› Continue reading
HPC Systems, Inc. Announces First 8-Way Processor AMD
Thursday, July 16th, 2009 | Computers |
San Jose, CA November 16, 2004 '- HPC Systems, Inc. announces the availability of the A5220HS Server, the industry's first 8 Processor AMD Opteron' based Server utilizing HTX-PRO' technology by Iwill USA Corporation. This technology allows the AMD64 Direct Connect Architecture to achieve its full potential, providing infinite possibilities in customization and unparalleled bandwidth access in I/O intensive applications. The A5220HS leverages the AMD64 Direct Connect Architecture already ...› Continue reading
Have A Hardware Type Approach
Wednesday, July 15th, 2009 | Internet |
In Eastern Pennsylvania farmers used to get up to milk the cows and due their chores early in the morning.. My, have things changed since was a boy. Not only are there very few of us left, but we have had to cope with urban sprawl. Our farm is in Bucks County. This county and Montgomery County are some of the fastest going suburban areas on the East Coast. In the morning I go downtown and take my father to breakfast at 6am. Yes, I can start the day at anytime but this is the best hour. This ...› Continue reading
Beeps! Your computer is telling you something.
Tuesday, July 14th, 2009 | Computers |
One beep from your computer at startup can make your whole day. Just ask anyone that has turned on the PC and suffered the agony of several beeps and then nothing. When you purchase a computer, it will arrive with the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System), pre-installed on an EPROM (Erasable Programmable read Only Memory), chip on the main/motherboard. When you start your computer the CPU (Central Processing Unit), sends control of the PC to the EPROM BIOS. The BIOS is part of the POST (Power-On ...› Continue reading
Gaming Computers - Should You Build It or Buy It?
Monday, July 13th, 2009 | Computers |
Gaming computers come in all shapes, sizes, and prices. The gaming industry is growing every year and has become big business, so the need for gaming computers has grown along with it. As computer games become increasingly detailed and graphics oriented, the demand for faster and more powerful hardware has become more of a necessity than an option. With the increased demand comes a higher price tag. That being said, if you are in the market for a gaming computer, read on as we take a look at ...› Continue reading
Choosing a laptop
Sunday, July 12th, 2009 | Computers |
h1>Laptop advice and help - choosing a laptop Introduction to choosing a laptop Choosing a laptop is not a simple decision, and probably will involve you delving through tons of technical documents and jargon, just to be at the end of it completely none the wiser. First off, ignore all the jargon like cpu speed, and look at the way you would use the machine, think about things like it's likely environment, what are it's primary uses likely to be, how is it likely to be handled? For instance do ...› Continue reading
How To TroubleShoot RAM Memory
Saturday, July 11th, 2009 | Computers |
When you have memory problems,you know you are limited in your troubleshooting and hopefully you will be able to resolve the problem quickly.Its a great idea to first verify the problem exist. Stupdown and reboot your computer to see if the problem re-appears.Sometimes rebooting the PC will correct the problem and you'll be on your way. Memory problems are normally caused by defective memory chips,installing the chips wrong,and the memory being configured improperly.So often,the suspected ...› Continue reading
Online Technical Support is the Affordable Solution for Computer Repair Today
Friday, July 10th, 2009 | Computers |
Online Technical Support is the simplest, cheapest yet the most self satisfactory service for tech savvy customers and corporate sectors to sort out any kind of software defaults. Offering the user to control actions taken on their system, tech-support enhances the users' computer knowledge. Almost 90% problems in a Computer are caused because of software Errors or Defaults. Each and every single software problems can readily be resolved by online technical support executive, who are highly ...› Continue reading
Hard Disk Wiping and the Secure Removal of Data
Thursday, July 9th, 2009 | Computers |
Hard Disk Wiping and the Secure Removal of Data It is important for businesses to recycle their computers, but have you thought about what happens to the data on your computer when it is collected? How sensitive is the data stored on your hard disk? If you are donating equipment to a recycler, you need to ensure that their data removal procedures operate to a high standard. A recycler needs to honour the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998, in summary: To treat all data obtained from ...› Continue reading
ASUS Motherboards
Wednesday, July 8th, 2009 | Computers |
You know which is the main circuit board in your computer is; it is motherboard. It contains all the controls which run all the peripheral devices like monitor, hard drive and keyboard. It also contains the connectors for having extension slots or attaching additional peripherals to the computer. It is like a platform to give the space to all peripherals to work in sync. ASUS motherboards are one of the most used motherboards. A global leader in manufacturing IT products, ASUS has launched ...› Continue reading
Computer Repair Jobs Market Turning Ugly!
Tuesday, July 7th, 2009 | Computers |
Computer repair jobs in large companies are one of the first areas that the pencil pushers attack when the economy goes south. It's an easy slow moving target that is pure cost, with no direct line to profits. New projects, software and hardware upgrades, and ongoing service take a back seat to sales and marketing efforts. This is never a good thing for both the users, who don't get the support they need, and the computer technicians who need a job. Most IT departments represent a big cost. ...› Continue reading
Can RAID Systems Fail?
Monday, July 6th, 2009 | Computers |
Technology, how we love it until something goes wrong and we end up yelling at our computer screens. If you've ever lost data, you know how much time, money, and headaches it can cost you to retrieve it, especially if you are a company. Data recovery doesn't have to be worrisome. The acronym RAID, first used in 1988, stands for Redundant Array of Inexpensive (or Independent) Disks. RAID is an assembly of disk drives, also known as 'disk array', which operates as one storage unit. In general, ...› Continue reading
Event Planning Software
Sunday, July 5th, 2009 | Computers |
Just the fact that you need event planning software uncovers you have a lot to do. Since you have a lot to do, wisely, you will create to-do lists. This should be more of a reminder more than something new. That's OK. We need reminders every now and then. This may be old hat to some but just in case you haven't thought much of this, here are a few benefits of to-do lists: Trains you mind to focus/refocus. We live hectic lives and things can easily get out of control but if you keep ...› Continue reading
Computer Components for Idiots
Saturday, July 4th, 2009 | Computers |
There are many fancy add-ons for computers, but the basic components of the computer are simple and universal. If 1 of these main components is missing, it's not a computer. The 4 essentials of every computer system are: a motherboard, a Central Processing Unit (CPU), memory, and a hard drive. These components are installed in a case to which are attached a monitor, a keyboard and a mouse. That's your basic computer. Mother WHAT? The motherboard ("mobo" for short) is the foundation. ...› Continue reading
Learn How To Speed Up Computer From Downloadable Video
Friday, July 3rd, 2009 | Computers |
How to speed up computer? Now you can do it yourself. Many PC users have heard of the unnecessary Windows XP services that significantly slow down PC computers. These 11 easy-to-follow video instructions will show you how to speed up your PC by turning those extras off. Having successfully gone through the lessons with your own machine, you can now help friends and family with their computers as well, and even impress people with your computer skills. These movies add up to almost two hours of ...› Continue reading
How to Choose The Best Laptop Accessories?
Thursday, July 2nd, 2009 | Computers |
The notebook computer is coming of age. For the first time in history, notebooks or laptops are out-selling their bigger cousins, desktop computers. The rise in popularity of the notebook computer can be contributed to many factors: drop in prices, stiff competition, aggressive marketing, but perhaps the biggest factor - increased performance. With each new generation of notebooks, we are seeing some novel breakthroughs: dual core notebooks, PCI Express, Sonoma Chipset, increased storage, ...› Continue reading
Speed Up Your Computer - Free Tips Inside!
Wednesday, July 1st, 2009 | Computers |
There are several things you can do to speed up your computer. As most of the clutter there is caused by you, you should be doing the clean up. Much of the information that has accumulated is all caused by your activities using the computer. You have done all sorts of things except to regularly maintain the machine. Now, it's karma time. To help you speed up your computer and free you from the karma that is in the form of slow booting time and slow responses, here are a few tips: - If you ...› Continue reading