Most people know that you need some kind of antivirus software to protect from computer viruses. There are millions of computer viruses in the wild, and antivirus software intercepts and protects your computer from infection. You know antivirus software runs in the background, but how does it work?
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Most people have some kind of antivirus running on their computers, but what do you do when a virus isn’t detected and evades antivirus defenses? If you don’t update your virus definition files, it’s possible that you could accidentally install malware on your computer. Once you install malware on your computer, you need a way […]
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With Windows 10 scheduled for release in 2015, Microsoft will make up for the transition woes that marked the release of Windows 8 in 2012. Here’s a quick look at the features and capabilities of the latest incarnation of Microsoft’s iconic operating system.
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Gaming on a computer (PC Gaming) is a great choice in 2014 as it is a very large platform with a massive variety of games from the past 20 years. The problem with PC gaming at the moment is how fast it’s growing. A majority of the computers in the world aren’t built to handle […]
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When working with a tech support person to resolve an issue with your computer, a screen image can be the most useful tool for showing the actual problem. Being able to show the exact error message goes a long way toward communicating what’s actually happening on your computer. Screen recording software, which can create a […]
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With more and more people gaining access to the Internet every day, the importance of ensuring that you and your information remain secure while using the Internet for personal or business reasons cannot be stressed enough. Cyber attacks, viruses, malware, and unwanted intrusions into “secure” computing systems occur frequently and these issues cannot be completely […]
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Networking on Windows was such a complicated affair 10 or 15 years ago that a network tech could count on a six-figure salary just getting computers to talk to one another. While home networking on Windows works considerably more smoothly now, you can still find that Windows stalls your attempts to connect a home network […]
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Introduction A KVM (keyboard, video and mouse) switch is a device that allows a user to switch between two or more computers and control them by using a single keyboard, monitor and mouse. KVM switches are usually found in data centers or ITS departments and allow an administrator to switch between different servers with the […]
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Graphics card failure is a common problem in personal computers. If your graphics card has failed, it may be because the solder points between components and the board have developed hairline cracks. These cracks can be repaired by heating the card and letting the solder flow back into the joints.
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Want Better Security On The Internet Without The Hard Work? You Should Try DD-WRT Each year, computer hardware manufacturers align their designs more closely to the open source technologies. When a piece of hardware is open source, it’s firmware doesn’t need to come from the manufacturer. It can come from an open source firmware project.
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Everyone wants a faster computer, but not everyone can afford to beef up the parts to make it that way. While upgrading the hardware is by far the best way to increase your computer’s speed, there are some things you can do to make it a little quicker without spending a dime or messing with […]
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Adding a Linux operating system to your computer has become much easier and more automated than in the past, whether you intend to use it as your sole operating system or install it in a separate partition as an alternative to a Windows or Mac system. Most versions of Linux now come on CD-ROM, DVD, […]
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Each and every day there are always new viruses that come out targeting your computer. Computer hackers are constantly searching for ways to infiltrate through the system and cause trouble. Here are some ways to provide protection for your computer network.
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Doing everything by the book is no guarantee that you will see there is a malware infection. A virus or Trojan that is sufficiently new can still get in the past all your defenses. How exactly do you go about removing it and setting your computer free again? It’s always a good idea to follow […]
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As they become more sophisticated and diverse, computers also present an ever-growing range of issues to frustrate their users. With a practically unending number of possible configurations and hardware combinations, it can be difficult to determine the exact cause of a problem unless you have a very good knowledge of the inner workings of your […]
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When it comes to your personal computer, there’s a good chance that you’re not being nearly as productive as you think you are. Sure, you might be spending hours on end at your computer, but that doesn’t mean that you’re actually working at your full potential.
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Facebook is vastly recognized as the largest and most powerful social media platform in the world. With a billion users worldwide, this social media giant presents a bundle of opportunities for its users. Whether it be the individual looking to stay in contact with their family and friends, the small organization looking to promote an […]
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The Services console is a tool that allows Windows 7 users to turn Windows services on or off. It even gives the user the option to prevent selected services from loading every time the computer boots up. This is a very useful tool since some of these services are not essential to the startup process […]
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Do you find that your PC isn’t as fast as it used to be? You’re not alone. One reason for this disparity is that the older your PC is, the more likely you are to have encountered newer and faster technology, whether at work or elsewhere. Because computer technology advances at such a rapid pace, […]
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The “Computer” icon allows instant access to the files and folders on your hard drive. However, Windows 8 does not feature a “Computer” icon on the desktop by default. This article show the steps required to get a “Computer” icon in Windows 8. Windows 8 does not feature a “Computer” icon on the desktop by […]
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