Libraries act like folders in Windows 7, but they’re not folders exactly. Find out more about libraries and why they’re useful.
Hidden Features of Windows XP
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Here are eight little-known Windows XP tips and tricks that will give you ultimate control over this still-popular operating system.
Differences Between Processes and Services in Windows
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Processes and services are both found in your Windows Task Manager, but what’s the difference between them?
All About the Windows Control Panel
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The Control Panel in Windows is where you perform many important tasks on your PC. It’s important to know what Windows functions you can find here.
The Automatic Disk Check and What it Means
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Sometimes your PC will start up and check your hard drive for consistency. Find out what this means and how you can turn it off, if necessary.
Configuring Windows Firewall for your Applications
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It’s easy to configure Windows Firewall to let in certain apps automatically … or even manually with the port info handy. Here’s how.
Replacing your Laptop’s Battery
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It’s important to choose only a manufacturer’s brand and to find the right kind of battery for your laptop. Here’s how.
Seven Hidden Tips & Tricks in Windows 8
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Here are seven features in Windows 8 that you may not know about. Learn them to master Windows 8 completely.
A Guide to the PNP Detected Fatal Error Blue Screen of Death
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The PNP_DETECTED_FATAL_ERROR BSoD means that the “Plug and Play” feature of Windows is failing due to the installation of a device recently.
The Spinning Color Wheel: Speeding Up your Mac
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Everyone who’s used a Mac has seen this spinning wait cursor in action. It means your Mac is slowing down and your CPU is struggling. Here’s how to fix it.
Improving the Speed of Streaming Video in your Web Browser
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We’ve all experienced it: endless buffering on the Web when streaming video. Here are some ways to alleviate that problem.
How to Fix MEMORY_MANAGEMENT Blue Screen
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The MEMORY_MANAGEMENT Blue Screen of Death error is usually exactly what it sounds like: bad RAM. Here are steps you can take.
Switching from Mac to PC: Desktop Differences
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When transitioning from a Mac to a PC, it helps to be aware of how a PC’s desktop works.
Configuring User Account Control in Windows Vista & Windows 7
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User Account Control in Windows Vista & 7 allows you to adjust security levels for each user, allowing or disallowing access to many Windows functions.
Understanding Video Game Graphics Display Settings
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Antialiasing, framerate, and other PC graphics settings are important to understand to get the most out of your PC gaming experience.
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