There are many different types of cables that are used in modern desktop computers, and being able to tell the difference between them is crucial if you are setting up your own system or if you are trying to troubleshoot your computer. A monitor cable is a crucial part of any desktop computer (that is, a computer composed of several separate parts, rather than a laptop computer, which is all one piece), and ensuring that the monitor is correctly...more
Buying a new computer can become a tedious task these days as many of us tend to get confused or simply don't know how to choose the best computer from the wide range available. Here are 6 tips to best computer buy:1. The first and logical thing to do is determine exactly where you will be using your computer from. Do you plan to use it at home, or do you travel with business often? After you answer this question you know if you want a desktop...more
Anti-virus software is a way of life in modern computing practices. In an environment where most computer users are blissfully unaware of security, a good anti-virus package is the first line of defense for your computer. There are several vendors who make and sell it, and all of them have excellent products.Among the top vendors are Computer Associates, Symantec, McAfee and Trend Micro. Even Microsoft is getting into the anti-virus gig with Windows Protection. Microsoft's recent acquisition of GeCad in Bucharest is the foundation of their offering, plus a bunch of other small vendors to handle other corners of the computer security panoply. Trillions of electrons have been inconvenienced on the internet as pundits are exploring Microsoft's offerings in light of their historic "acquire and extend" strategy with utility software, and a number of pundits are wondering if, with the insecurities inherent in the Windows architecture, whether having Microsoft selling the anti-virus remedies that its OS makes necessary isn't a bit of a predatory practice. Most Anti-virus software works by running a deep scan on your computer, looking for telltale signatures of virus infection. ...more
Printer rental is not the most economical option for a small home office or a small business entrepreneur whose printing is limited. If a business requires occasional printing tasks, with one or a few copies than it's far better to buy a printer, or even an all-in-one that combines printer, fax, scanner and copier tasks. These retail for just a...more
Gone are the days when a businessperson needed a desktop at work, a desktop at home, and a large, cumbersome laptop for travel. With the steady march of technology come lighter, more portable laptops with higher performance than ever before. Processors are advanced enough on almost any laptop to consider completely doing away with your desktop...more
It may seem to some vintage computer newcomers that the plethora of numbers in the designation of early pc CPU and model types is just too confusing. After all isn't Pentium, Pentium III and IV self explanatory? After all what do the numbers and terms 8088, 8086, 286, 286 and 486 represent anyway and what is the difference among them all?To begin with the 8088 is the oldest of the early PC central Processing Unit (CPU) variant models. which means a rectangular case with two rows of 20 pins. DIP stands for Dual In-Line Package. Older 80800 CPUs are called 8088-2. As they can only run at lower speeds (believe it not 5 MHz or slower compared to a now 4000 MHz computer). The faster models - the "Turbo" PC/XT clones ran at faster rates of 6.6, 7.16 or even 8.0 MHz. IBM function with the PC was so shut the market down to protect their lucrative central core of their business- mainframe computers. You can imagine upper brass at IBM was not too thrilled at the competitive upkill from "Clone" manufacturers such as Compaq or later Dell. By the way the 8088 had the equivalent of approximately 27,000 transistors.Next in line along the route of vintage computer evolution was the 80286 chip....more
Very good cheap notebook computers can be obtained by doing your research systematically before going to purchase one. Make out the specifications that you want for your cheap notebook computer in a list. Go throufgh the list thoroughly, deleting...more
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'Spyware' is a form of advertising software that is covertly installed on a person's personal computer without their knowledge or consent. Some advertising software today is put in with the permission of the computer owner as a form of payment for...more
Click Reset password, and then insert your password reset disk . Follow the steps in the Password Reset Wizard to create a new password. Log on with the new password. If you forget your password again, you can use the same password reset disk. You...more
The answer, plain and simple, is no; computer desks do not have to be expensive. With so many different options on the market today and such a large number of retailers to choose from, there is a price range to fit anyone's budget. And with a variety...more
Bring the love of Disney to your home and celebrate a festive Minnie Mouse birthday party! Kids of just about all ages adore the magic that only Disney can bring to life. Any time you think of fun, which is filled with color and animation, one...more